Settlement Status: Closed
Claim Form Deadline: Passed
Proof Required: No
Payment Method: PayPal / Mailed Check
Wesson Oil Class Action Settlement Payouts
Consumers are beginning to receive payments from the $3,000,000 Wesson cooking oil class action settlement. As of November 9, 2023, some individuals report receiving up to $20 for each valid claim submitted. Check your email, including spam folders, for messages from WessonOilSettlement@hawkmarketplace.com if you opted for a prepaid card payout. The email may resemble the following:
The Wesson Oil prepaid card can be accessed through myprepaidcenter.com.
Please note that the Wesson class action lawsuit is now closed to new claims. For information on currently open class actions that may not require proof of purchase, visit the link.
What Is the ConAgra Wesson Oil Settlement About?
A $3 million class action lawsuit has been settled with ConAgra regarding its Wesson Oil brand. The lawsuit alleged that ConAgra Foods Inc. falsely marketed Wesson Oil as “all natural,” despite it containing genetically modified organisms (GMOs). The class action accused ConAgra of deceptive advertising practices, leading to the $3 million settlement.
While the settlement was reached, ConAgra and Wesson Oil did not admit any wrongdoing or accept the allegations of false advertising. The settlement was made to avoid further litigation costs, and the court did not determine the rights or wrongs of either party. This settlement applies only to consumers who purchased Wesson Oil in 11 specified states. A list of qualifying states is included below.
New York and Oregon consumers have been allocated $575,000 from the total settlement fund for cash payouts. If the number of claims exceeds or falls short of expectations, the payout of $0.15 per product may be adjusted accordingly.
The Wesson Oil products involved in the settlement include:
How Do I Qualify?
You are eligible as a class member of the Wesson Oil settlement if you purchased Wesson Oil products for personal use (not for resale) in the following states during these time periods:
| State | Purchase Period |
|---|---|
| Illinois | January 12, 2009 – July 1, 2017 |
| California | June 28, 2007 – July 1, 2017 |
| New York | January 12, 2008 – July 1, 2017 |
| Ohio | January 12, 2010 – July 1, 2017 |
| Colorado | January 12, 2009 – July 1, 2017 |
| Florida | January 12, 2008 – July 1, 2017 |
| Texas | January 12, 2010 – July 1, 2017 |
| Indiana | January 12, 2006 – July 1, 2017 |
| Oregon | January 12, 2006 – July 1, 2017 |
| Nebraska | January 12, 2008 – July 1, 2017 |
| South Dakota | January 12, 2006 – July 1, 2017 |
How Much Can I Get from the Wesson Oil Settlement?
The estimated payout is $0.15 per unit of qualified Wesson Oil product. This amount will be pro-rated based on the total number of valid claims submitted. Only one claim per household is permitted. A final approval hearing is scheduled for April 24, 2023, at 1:30 p.m. Pacific Time, and payments will be distributed following approval and resolution of any appeals. Do not file claims you do not qualify for, as this constitutes perjury and harms other qualified class members.
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How Do I File a Claim?
To be eligible for payment from the $3 million ConAgra Wesson Oil Class Action Settlement, you must submit a timely claim form by May 22, 2023, electronically via the link below.
Claim Form Website: WessonOilSettlement.com
If you previously filed a claim in the 2019 Wesson Oil class action settlement, you do not need to file again for the 2022 settlement.
Please be aware that your claim form will be rejected if it contains fraudulent information. By submitting your information and your sworn statement of its accuracy, you are agreeing to do so under penalty of perjury. Submitting false information not only jeopardizes your claim but also affects others who are genuinely eligible for the settlement. If you are uncertain about your eligibility for this class action settlement, please visit the class action administrator’s website for more information. Note that NoProofClassActions.org participates in the Amazon affiliate advertising program, and this post may include affiliate links, which could result in us earning a commission if you make a purchase through those links.
