Ballard v. Advance America

Wh. “Dub” Arnold, Chief Justice.

This appeal arises from an order of the Clark County Circuit Courtapproving a settlement of all possible claims against appellee Advance America, Cash Advance Centers of Arkansas, Inc., and all of its officers, shareholders, and sureties for cash in the amount of $750,000 and forgiveness of approximately $550,000 in checks it held that had been returned unpaid due to insufficient funds.

The case began as a class action usury suit that was filed by appellee, Phyllis Garrett, against appellee, Advance America Cash Advance Centers of Arkansas, Inc., on October 12,…