You may be eligible for compensation in the form of a settlement credit from Wal-Mart Sales Tax Class Action Lawsuit if you returned items bought at Walmart between May 2, 2010 and July 16, 2015. This settlement resolves claims that the national American retailer stiffed American consumers during return transactions by not providing them a full refund, including the paid full sales tax at the time of sale. Under the terms of the Wal-Mart class action settlement, the retailer has agreed to pay $5 million to establish a sales tax settlement fund and provide eligible Class Members with $3 to $15 Wal-Mart gift cards.
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Wal-Mart Sales Tax Class Action Lawsuit:
- Wal-Mart Sales Tax Class Action Claim Form
- Claim Form Deadline: 12/18/2015
- Who’s Eligible: Individuals who purchased, or was given as a gift a product purchased from a Wal-Mart store or Sam’s Club within the United States, or on line from Walmart.com or Samsclub.com for delivery within the United States, returned the product, and the amount of sales tax refunded or credited was less than initially paid between May 2, 2010 and July 16, 2015 is considered a Settlement Class Member..
- Estimated Amount: $3 credit, in the form of a gift card redeemable at Wal-Mart stores, Sam’s Club stores, walmart.com or samsclub.com. Only one credit will be awarded no matter how many returns were made.
- Proof of Purchase: Submit a completed Claim Form by Dec. 18, 2015, in order to receive your portion of this Wal-Mart class action settlement.
- Case Name & Number: Shaun Brandewie, et al. v. Wal-Mart Stores, Inc., Case Number 1:14-CV-00965, in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Ohio.
How to File a Claim:
- If you are a class member, head to the Wal-Mart Sales Tax Claim Form.
- You MUST file a claim online, you will need to provide your email address. If you have questions you may call the Claims Administrator toll-free at 1-844-239-6705.
- File your claim by 12/18/2015 if you want to be included in the Wal-mart Sales Tax Class Action Settlement.
Bottom Line:
Wal-Mart denies all wrongdoing and liability in this Wal-Mart Sales Tax Class Action Lawsuit, but has agreed to settle in order to avoid the uncertainty of continued litigation. They have also agreed to pay $5 million to establish a sales tax settlement fund and provide eligible Class Members. File a claim to day to receive your $3 to $5 settlement credit and then take a look at our full list of Class Action Lawsuit Settlements!
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