Eligible customers are urged to file a claim before June to benefit from the $45 million settlement, which pertains to products such as produce and meat sold by weight. This settlement offers compensation to consumers affected by potential discrepancies in weight-based pricing. If you’ve purchased these items from Walmart within the specified period, don’t miss your chance to claim your share of the settlement by submitting your claim before the deadline in June.
Walmart, a prominent retailer boasting over 4,600 locations across the United States, typically features a grocery department offering a wide array of fresh food items. However, in October 2022, Walmart found itself embroiled in a lawsuit alleging overcharging customers for groceries sold by weight.
Following this legal action, numerous VERIFY readers, including Michael, sought clarification regarding the authenticity of a Walmart settlement related to produce purchases. Many received notifications about this settlement via email, prompting questions about its validity and the necessary steps for participation.
WHAT WE DISCOVERED
Walmart Settles $45 Million Class Action Lawsuit Over Weighted Groceries Pricing
In response to allegations of overcharging on weighted groceries like meat and bagged fruit, Walmart has reached a $45 million settlement. The lawsuit accuses Walmart of various pricing discrepancies, including inflating product weight, mislabeling produce, and overcharging on clearance items.
Despite Walmart’s denial of wrongdoing, both parties agreed to settle to avoid lengthy litigation. Eligible customers who bought weighted groceries from Walmart between Oct. 19, 2018, and Jan. 19, 2024, may qualify pending final court approval, set for June 12, 2024.
Upon approval, eligible customers can claim 2% of the total cost of their purchases, up to $500, with proof of purchase. Customers without proof may still claim $10 to $25, depending on their attested purchases.
Requests to exclude from the settlement must be submitted by May 22, 2024, while claim forms must be filed by June 5, 2024, online or by mail.