If you purchased a Service Plan from HomeServe USA or Home Service USA and live in a multi-unit dwelling in New Jersey, between Nov. 23, 2004 through Jan. 31, 2014, you could be eligible for compensation. The terms of the HomeServe Class Action Lawsuit, alleges that multi-unit residents purchased the HomeServe Service Plan but did not receive any services or a refund. The HomeServe class action lawsuit accused the defendants of violating the Consumer Fraud Act, breach of contract and unjust enrichment.

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HomeServe Class Action Lawsuit:

• HomeServe Class Action Claim Form
• Claim Form Deadline: 1/19/2016
• Who’s Eligible: All persons who purchased a water service line, internal plumbing, septic, heating, or electric service contract offered by United Water New Jersey Inc. or HomeServe from Nov. 23, 2004 through Jan. 31, 2014 in order to provide coverage for a multi-unit dwelling in New Jersey, and where such service contract provided that multi-unit dwellings were not eligible for service and for which the purchaser did not receive service or a refund.
• Estimated Amount: Varies. Class Members will receive a portion of the $3 million HomeServe class action settlement fund based on the number of valid Claim Forms filed.
• Proof of Purchase:  You must provide information about the service plans purchased. Failure to include documentation of your service plan may delay verification of your claim.
• Case Name & Number: Jose Cortez, et al. v. United Water New Jersey Inc., et al., Docket No. BER-L-11374 in the Superior Court of New Jersey, Bergen County.

How to File a Claim:

1. If you are a class member, head to the HomeServe Class Action Claim Form.
2. Fill out and print a Claim Form to mail to the Claims Administrator. For more information call toll-free 1-888-593-4590
   • Cortez v. Homeserve Settlement Administrator
     PO Box 4349
     Portland, OR 97208-4349
3. January 19, 2016 – You must mail your completed paper Claim Form postmarked no later than January 19, 2016 .

Bottom Line:

United Water New Jersey and HomeServe have denied any fault or liability but agreed to the terms of the class action settlement in order to avoid the cost of further litigation. HomeServe have also agreed to pay $3 million in order to settle a class action lawsuit. If you purchased purchased a water service line, internal plumbing, septic, heating, or electric service contract offered by United Water New Jersey Inc. or HomeServe between Nov. 23, 2004 through Jan. 31, 2014, then you may be eligible for compensation from the HomeServe Class Action Lawsuit. File a claim today to receive your portion of the $3 million settlement. Be sure to submit before the 1/19/2016 deadline to be considered for compensation. Take a look at our full list of Class Action Lawsuit Settlements!

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