Walmart, a worldwide retail behemoth, has resolved a class-action lawsuit brought in Florida for overcharging customers.
Walmart consumers who made purchases of weighted or bagged
Citrus produced between October 2018 and January 2024 may be eligible for compensation as part of a class-action lawsuit settlement. Walmart has agreed to pay $45 million to settle the lawsuit’s accusations that it overcharged customers for these items. Here’s all you need to know about eligibility and filing a claim.
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Eligibility criteria
To be eligible for compensation, you must have purchased weighted goods or bagged citrus in person at a Walmart store, Supercenter, or Neighborhood Market in the United States or Puerto Rico within the Settlement Class Period (October 19, 2018 to January 19, 2024).
Determining Payment Amount
The amount you may get is based on your purchases during the Settlement Class Period. Here are some possible payment amounts:
$10 for up to 50 weighted products or packaged fruit without proof of purchase.
$15 for 51–75 items without evidence of purchase. $20 for 76–100 items without proof of purchase.
$25 for 101 or more items without proof of purchase.
Up to $500: If you can provide evidence of purchase for each item, you will earn 2% of the entire cost, up to $500.
How do I file a claim?
If you are qualified, you may fill out a claim form online or by mail. The deadline for entries is June 5, 2024. Payment will be done electronically via Venmo, Zelle, ACH, or a virtual pre-paid MasterCard. Those who prefer paper checks can request one, as per a
Overview of Lawsuit Allegations.
According to Today, the class action complaint claims that Walmart overcharged customers for weighted goods and bagged citrus by illegally exaggerating product weight, mislabeling bagged products, and charging greater costs than stated for clearance items and seafood. Walmart rejected the charges but chose to settle to avoid lengthy litigation.
Statement from Walmart.
Walmart is committed to offering daily low pricing to customers, but has agreed to the settlement in the best interests of all parties.
FAQS
What is the Walmart Settlement Suit?
Walmart consumers who purchased grocery items by weight may be entitled to a portion of the $45 million settlement.
Walmart customers who purchased specific weighted goods or bagged fruit have two months remaining to recover a portion of a $45 million settlement that resolves charges that the store overpaid for the items.
What is Walmart renowned for?
Customers who purchased food sold by weight at Walmart may be eligible to earn a piece of a $45 million settlement. Shoppers who purchased specified weighted foods or bagged fruit have two months to recover their portion of the settlement, which resolves the retailer’s charges of overcharging.
