California Sunshine Canyon Landfill Odor Class Action Settlement

Those residing near the Sunshine Canyon Landfill in Sylmar, Calif. could get cash from a $3.5 million Browning-Ferris Industries odor class action settlement.

The California Browning-Ferris Industries odor class action settlement was reached after plaintiffs alleged that a local landfill was emitting noxious odors, along with pollutants, into the surrounding area.

According to the landfill class action lawsuit, the problem dates back to 2009 and thousands of residents of the city of Sylmar have submitted complaints about the fumes coming from the dump.

The plaintiffs said that the odor from the Sunshine Canyon Landfill was so bad that they not only avoided inviting people over to their homes, they often had to leave to avoid the stench.

Under the terms of the class action settlement, the company that runs the Sunshine Canyon Landfill will pay $3.5 million into a settlement fund.

Though Browning-Ferris Industries admits no wrongdoing, it has agreed to make improvements to the landfill to help with gas flare capacity, gas collection measures, odor and dust control. It will also plant vegetation to help screen the area between the landfill and the Mission Tierra neighborhood in Sylmar, Calif.

Class Members can also claim a portion of the fund, approximately $771.54 and, in some cases, up to $15,430.90, under the terms of the Sunshine Canyon Landfill odor class action settlement if they submit a Claim Form by Sept. 21, 2018.

Class Members who wish to exclude themselves or object to the California Browning-Ferris Industries odor class action settlement must do so by Sept. 21, 2018.

Who’s Eligible

Class Members include “all persons who have resided in a Housing Unit (any single family or multi-family residential unit, including a condominium or apartment) located in whole or in part within the Class Area, at any time since December 11, 2009.”

The Class Area includes a Southern Class Area and Northern Class Area. Descriptions of the areas can be found on the settlement website. A map of the affected area can be found here.

Potential Award

$771.54 to $15,430.90 depending on number of complaints made and the claim rate of the settlement.

Proof of Purchase

Claim Form, address of property occupied in the Covered Area, copy of government issued photo identification, and proof of status of renter or owner-occupant, including a tax or utility bill.

Claim Form

CLICK HERE TO FILE A CLAIM »

NOTE: If you do not qualify for this settlement do NOT file a claim.

Remember: you are submitting your claim under penalty of perjury. You are also harming other eligible Class Members by submitting a fraudulent claim. If you’re unsure if you qualify, please read the FAQ section of the Settlement Administrator’s website to ensure you meet all standards (Top Class Actions is not a Settlement Administrator). If you don’t qualify for this settlement, check out our database of other open class action settlements you may be eligible for.

Claim Form Deadline

9/21/2018

Case Name

Michaely v. Browning-Ferris Industries of California Inc., Case No. BC497125, in the Superior Court of the State of California for the County of Los Angeles – Central District

Final Hearing

10/2/2018

UPDATE: The California Sunshine Canyon Landfill Odor Class Action Settlement was granted final approval on December 18, 2018. Let Top Class Actions know when you receive a check in the comments section below or on our Facebook page.

Settlement Website

www.SunshineCanyonSettlement.com

Claims Administrator

Michaely v. Browning-Ferris Industries of California Inc.
c/o KCC Class Action Services LLC
P.O. Box 404000
Louisville, KY 40233-4000
1-877-291-4937

[email protected]

Class Counsel

LIDDLE & DUBLIN PC

ARIAS SANGUINETTI WANG & TORRIJOS LLP

Defense Counsel

LAW OFFICES OF THOMAS BRUEN

LATHROP GAGE LLP