If you paid or incurred an Industrial Waste Charge (“IWC Charges”) imposed by the City of Detroit (“the City”) and/or a “Member Community” of the Great Lakes Water Authority ("GLWA”) at any time between July 18, 2013 and June 30, 2023 you are a member of the Class in this action and may be entitled to a refund.
A proposed settlement in the amount of $11,500,000.00 has been reached with the Great Lakes Water Authority and the City of Detroit (“Defendants”) in a class action lawsuit pending in Wayne County Circuit Court entitled General Mill Supply Co. v. The Great Lakes Water Authority and the City of Detroit, Case No. 18-011569-CZ, presiding Judge Charles S. Hegarty (the “Lawsuit”). The Lawsuit challenges the Industrial Waste Charges (“IWC Charges”) imposed by GLWA and the City. Plaintiff has brought these claims on behalf of itself and a class of all others similarly situated.
YOUR LEGAL RIGHTS AND OPTIONS IN THIS SETTLEMENT | DEADLINE | |
SUBMIT A CLAIM FORM | This is the only way to receive a refund. If you submit a Claim Form, you will be bound by the terms of the Settlement. If you are eligible, please Submit a Claim before January 24, 2024. | January 24, 2024 |
OBJECT TO THE SETTLEMENT | Write to the Court about why you don’t like the Settlement. More information available on the FAQ page. | January 24, 2024 |
DO NOTHING | Get no refund and be bound by the Settlement. | N/A |
The Court in charge of this case must still decide whether to grant final approval of the settlement. Refunds will be issued if the Court grants final approval and after appeals, if any, are resolved. Please be patient.
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