What is the current status of Batton 2 (Buyer Suit)?

The Batton 2 (Buyer Suit) case is currently Ongoing.

Who filed Batton 2 (Buyer Suit)?

Batton 2 (Buyer Suit) was filed by Susman Godfrey in Northern District of Illinois.

Am I eligible for compensation from Batton 2 (Buyer Suit)?

Eligibility for compensation depends on whether you bought or sold a home during the class period and in the affected jurisdiction. Check the case details for specific eligibility requirements or consult with the settlement administrator.

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Batton 2 (Buyer Suit)

Batton 2 v. National Association of REALTORS®

OngoingNAR Commission Antitrust

Quick Facts

Filed

November 2, 2023

Jurisdiction

Northern District of Illinois

Plaintiff Firm

Susman Godfrey

Next Milestone

Class certification hearing Q2 2026; Batton 2 defendants include Compass, Redfin, eXp, Weichert, United RE

Key Issue

Buyer-side commission inflation — Compass, Redfin, eXp, Weichert & United Real Estate must face lawsuit after MTD denied March 25, 2026

Industry Impact

Focuses on harm to homebuyers from inflated commissions; MTD denied March 25, 2026 for Compass, Redfin, eXp, Weichert, and United Real Estate

Case Timeline

Key events and milestones in this case

Batton 2 Filed

November 2, 2023

Batton 2 homebuyer antitrust case filed against NAR, Compass, Redfin, eXp, Weichert, United Real Estate, and others

Motion to Dismiss Briefing

February 20, 2024

Court addresses initial motion to dismiss; case proceeds to full briefing on all defendants

MTD Denied — All 5 Defendants

March 25, 2026

Federal judge denies motions to dismiss for Compass, Redfin, eXp World Holdings, Weichert Realtors, and United Real Estate. All five must face trial on buyer commission antitrust claims.

Class Certification Hearing

Q2 2026 (est.)

Class certification hearing scheduled for Q2 2026 to determine whether homebuyer claims can proceed as a class action

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Batton 2 — Compass

Ongoing

Mya Batton et al v. National Association of Realtors et al - Compass (Batton 2)