Walmart has agreed to a $45 million settlement to resolve allegations that it overcharged customers for weighted goods and bagged citrus, despite denying the claims. Customers who shopped at Walmart in the US or Puerto Rico between October 19, 2018, and January 19, 2024, are encouraged to check their receipts for purchases of items like oranges or packaged meat.
Eligible customers who have proof of being overcharged could receive up to $500 as part of the settlement. Those without receipts can still file a claim, but the compensation is less. Without proof of purchase, customers can receive between $10 and $25 based on the weight of the eligible goods purchased.
The settlement site provides a detailed list of goods that fall under the categories of “weighted goods” or “bagged citrus” included in the settlement. The final approval hearing for the settlement is scheduled for June 12, so customers should not expect to receive any compensation before then. Walmart denies these allegations but has agreed to settle with customers who were overcharged.
