If you bought an Epson inkjet printer in the U.S. during the past seven years you might be eligible for a $45 credit with the company.
In February, a Los Angeles Superior Court preliminarily approved a proposed settlement of a class-action lawsuit involving Epson America Inc. The settlement resolves a suit accusing the printer manufacturer's inkjet printers and cartridges of indicating that cartridges are "empty" and suspend printer function, even though substantial ink remains. An August hearing will be held in Los Angeles to determine if the proposed settlement is approved by the court.
The proposed settlement class includes U.S. consumers who purchased, leased or otherwise received any Epson inkjet printer or inkjet cartridge from April 8, 1999 to May 8, 2006. The claim specifically includes, but is not limited to, the Epson Stylus, PictureMate and Epson Pro model printers but excludes Epson-branded point-of-sale receipt printers. Also excluded from the settlement class are those who distribute, sell or service Epson inkjet printers.
Claims from the lawsuit filed against Epson in California and other state courts include breach of contract, breach of implied warranties, unjust enrichment, and fraudulent concealment. Epson denies any wrongdoing and the court has not issued any rulings about the validity of the claims, but Epson has decided to settle to avoid the cost and inconvenience of litigation, according to official claims documents.
To read more or check if you are eligible to be part of settlement class visit www.epsonsettlement.com.
