$1.25M Milwaukee bonded abrasive wheel class action settlement

Consumers could receive payments from a $1.25 million Milwaukee bonded abrasive wheel settlement resolving claims that the tool company sold its products with inaccurate expiration dates.

The settlement benefits consumers who purchased bonded abrasive wheels sold under the Milwaukee brand between Jan. 1, 2017, and April 18, 2024. 

According to the class action lawsuit, Milwaukee failed to properly disclose the expiration dates of its bonded abrasive wheels and the importance of these date codes. Consumers argue that they had no way of knowing that these products expired and could be dangerous if used past their expiration dates.

Milwaukee is a heavy-duty tool company that sells power tools to professionals and consumers.

Milwaukee hasn’t admitted any wrongdoing but agreed to pay up to $1.25 million as part of the bonded abrasive wheel class action settlement.

Under the settlement terms, consumers who purchased eligible bonded abrasive wheels can receive a payment based on the number of units they purchased. Claimants who cannot provide proof of purchase can receive up to $2.50 per purchased unit and claim up to eight units for a maximum payment of $20. Claimants with proof of purchase can claim an unlimited number of units and receive the total purchase amount for these units for a maximum payment of up to $100.

In addition to providing monetary benefits, Milwaukee agreed to make changes to its product packaging to include a date code. This date code and other added statements will reportedly improve the awareness and meaning of the product expiration dates.

The deadline for exclusion and objection is July 2, 2024.

The final approval hearing for the settlement is scheduled for Aug. 16, 2024.

In order to receive a settlement payment, class members must submit a valid claim form by July 2, 2024.

Who’s Eligible

Consumers who purchased bonded abrasive wheels sold under the Milwaukee brand between Jan. 1, 2017, and April 18, 2024

Potential Award

$100

Proof of Purchase

No proof of purchase is required for claiming up to $20 in purchases. Receipts or order invoices are required for a refund of up to $100.

Claim Form

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

07/02/2024

Case Name

Andersen and Confer, et al. v. Milwaukee Electric Tool Corporation, Case No. 2416-cv-2733, in the Circuit Court of Jackson County, Missouri

Final Hearing

08/16/2024

Settlement Website

bondedabrasivediscclaims.com

Claims Administrator

Andersen and Confer v. Milwaukee
Electric Tool Corporation
c/o Simpluris
P.O. Box 25226
Santa Ana, CA 92799
866-221-3245

Class Counsel

Paul D Anderson
HUMPHREY FARRINGTON & MCCLAIN PC

Defense Counsel

Kevin L Fritz
LASHLEY & BAER PC