Do you remember those Costco’s Kirkland wipes that swore they were “flushable” and encouraged you to just flush them down the toilet? Well, there was a twist in this short but interesting story (you’ll already know why it’s interesting, but I’ll tell you it has a dollar sign).
It turns out that these “flushable” weren’t as disposable as they promised. And of course, as in every good story in America, there is a class action lawsuit involved and a possible payment for buyers.
Thousands of unsuspecting customers threw the towels down the toilet after using them, as the brand promised that this could be done. And then came plumbing problems, sky-high plumber bills, and a feeling of having been cheated. Well, it seems that the same thing happened to many and decided to join together to complain.
Costco Lawsuit Over Kirkland Flushable Wipes
Costco, the bulk shopping giant, is in the eye of the storm and is worried about its image. The lawsuit alleges that Kirkland wipes, far from being “flushable,” wreaked havoc on pipes and septic systems. Costco, for its part, denies everything and assures that its products work as advertised. But of course, when there is money involved, things get interesting.
If you were one of the unsuspecting people who purchased these wipes between 2011 and 2017, you could be entitled to compensation. Don’t get too excited, though: the maximum payment per household is $55.90. Money for a pizza and some beers, nothing more anyway!
Requirements to Claim Your $2 Million Costco Settlement Payment
There is a simple list of requirements you must meet in order to claim your share of the payment:
- If you are a Costco member: Congratulations! You will have less paperwork.
- If you are no longer a member: You will need to file a claim by August 9, 2024.
- Don’t you want to participate? You have until that same date to opt out.
- Do you want to protest? You can also object to the agreement.
- If you live in New York State and purchased the wipes at a Costco in New York State, you are eligible, but you must have purchased the product between July 1, 2011 and May 31, 2017.
Here are your options and important dates to join as a plaintiff in the Costco and Kirkland Signature class action lawsuit
- August 9, 2024:
- Deadline to file a claim online or by mail to receive a payment if you are not a current Costco member.
- Deadline to submit an exclusion request to opt out of the Settlement Class and retain the right to sue Costco.
- Deadline to file an objection to the Agreement.
- August 30, 2024:
- Final approval hearing of the Agreement at 10:00 a.m. ET
- Consideration of request for damages of up to $3,000,000 in attorneys’ fees and expenses and a payment of $10,000 to the plaintiff, Dr. D. Joseph Kurtz
If you believe you are one of those affected, you should go to the official class action website and file a claim to receive your share of the payment.