Los Angeles Electricity Surcharge Class Action Lawsuit

If you are or used to be an electricity customer of LADWP you may be eligible for a potential award from the Los Angeles Electricity Surcharge Class Action Lawsuit! According to the lawsuit, an eight percent surcharge exceeds the cost of delivering utility service. Plaintiffs claim that the surcharge constitutes a tax that under California law must be approved by a vote of the electorate and since the surcharge has not been approved it is considered unlawful. The parties have agreed to settle the class action lawsuit in order to avoid ongoing litigation and expenses. If you’re eligible, submit a claim form by December 27, 2017!

Los Angeles Electricity Surcharge CAL:

• Los Angeles Electricity Surcharge Claim Form
• Claim Form Deadline: 12/27/2017
• Who’s Eligible: Anyone who is or was an electricity customers of the LADWP between Jan. 29, 2012 and Sept. 14, 2017.
• Estimated Amount: Varies
• Proof of Purchase: None Listed
• Case Name & Number: Eck, et al. v. City of Los Angeles, et al., Case No. BC577028, in the Superior Court for the State of California for the County of Los Angeles

How to File a Claim:

1. Head on over to the Los Angeles Electricity Surcharge Claim Form.
2. Read over the claim form to see if you are eligible.
3. Complete the claim form with your info.
4. Submit your claim form by December 27, 2017 to receive your potential award!

Bottom Line:

Customers of the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power may be eligible for a potential award from the Los Angeles Electricity Surcharge Class Action Lawsuit. According to the lawsuit, a surcharge added to the electric utility rates of the LADWP is considered unlawful under under the state constitution and the California Government Code. If you noticed an eight percent surcharge added to your electric utility rates, check and see if you may be eligible for a potential award by December 27, 2017! Don’t forget to take a look at our full list of Class Action Lawsuit Settlements!

The Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card offers 100,000 bonus points after you spend $5,000 on purchases in the first 3 months from account opening. You'll earn: • 5x on travel purchased through Chase TravelSM • 3x on dining, select streaming services and online groceries • 2x on all other travel purchases • 1x on all other purchases • $50 Annual Chase Travel Hotel Credit • Get complimentary access to DashPass which unlocks $0 delivery fees and lower service fees for a minimum of one year when you activate by December 31, 2027. Get 25% more value when you redeem for airfare, hotels, car rentals and cruises through Chase TravelSM This card carries a $95 annual fee. Click here to learn how to apply