Detroit and the Great Lakes Water Authority agreed to a $11.5 million settlement to resolve claims that they charged illegal Industrial Waste Control (IWC) surcharges on sewer bills.

According to the class action lawsuit, the Great Lakes Water Authority included an illegal IWC charge on the sewer bills of certain industrial sewer users in Detroit. This charge was allegedly supposed to fund the authority’s Industrial Waste Control division but was not used for this purpose.

The Great Lakes Water Authority provides water and wastewater to southeast Michigan.

Detroit and the Great Lakes Water Authority haven’t admitted any wrongdoing in the case but agreed to pay a combined $11.5 million to resolve the class action lawsuit.

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Great Lakes Water Authority Industrial Waste Charge Class Action Lawsuit

Who’s Eligible:
- Detroit sewer customers who incurred or paid Industrial Waste Control (IWC) charges on their sewer bills between July 18, 2013 and June 30, 2023
Estimated Amount: Varies
Proof of Purchase: Water meter information
Claim Form Deadline: 01/24/2024
Case Name & Number:
- General Mill Supply Co. v. The Great Lakes Water Authority, et al., Case No. 18-011569-CZ, in the Michigan Circuit Court for Wayne County
How to file a claim:
- Head over to the Claim Form.
- Read over the claim form to see if you are eligible.
- Complete the claim form with your info.
- Submit your claim form to receive your potential award!

File a Claim

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