Walmart Agrees to $45 Million Settlement Over Weighted Grocery Charges
The settlement addresses claims that Walmart overcharged customers for groceries sold by weight, including produce and meat, between October 2018 and January 2024.
- Walmart has agreed to a $45 million settlement following a class action lawsuit alleging overcharges on weighted groceries such as meat and produce.
- Eligible customers must file a claim before June 2024 to receive compensation, with amounts varying based on proof of purchase.
- The lawsuit claimed Walmart incorrectly charged customers by inflating product weights, mislabeling bagged produce, and overcharging for clearance items.
- Customers without proof of purchase can claim between $10 and $25, depending on the number of eligible goods purchased.
- The final approval hearing for the settlement is scheduled for June 12, 2024, by the United States District Court for the Middle District of Florida.
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