The phrase signifies the individual amount of money distributed to each claimant or member of a class action lawsuit against Amazon. It represents the portion of a total settlement fund that is allocated to a single person who is deemed eligible to receive compensation based on the specific terms outlined in the settlement agreement. For example, if a $10 million settlement is reached and 10,000 individuals are deemed eligible, the average distribution, before deductions for legal fees and administrative costs, would be $1,000 per person.
Understanding the individual share in these settlements is important because it allows those affected to gauge the potential financial relief and assess the validity of claims made against Amazon. The existence of these settlements often reflects a history of alleged improper business practices. The allocated money serves as recompense for damages or harm supposedly caused by these practices, and the individual amount represents the calculated extent of the harm suffered by each claimant. This recompense can help restore financial balance and promote fair market practices.