Dollar General customers who were charged more than the shelf price in recent years have about a month to file a claim to get a share of an $8.5 million settlement.
The class action lawsuit accused the discount retailer of charging shoppers more than the prices displayed on store shelves, potentially leading to higher-than-expected costs for everyday purchases.
Dollar General, without admitting any wrongdoing, has agreed to a $15 million settlement. Of this total, $6.5 million is earmarked for operational changes to prevent future incidents, while the remaining $8.5 million will cover claim payments to affected consumers and other court-related expenses.
The settlement covers customers who shopped at Dollar General between October 10, 2016, and November 19, 2025.
Shoppers with proof of being overcharged are eligible to receive $10 or the exact amount they overpaid, whichever is higher, with a maximum of $20 per household. Each household may claim no more than two items.
In addition, all eligible customers will receive a $3 discount on a future in-store purchase of $10 or more. The nationwide two-day discount will be offered on dates yet to be announced.
Participating class members must submit valid claim forms by April 13. The deadline to object to or opt out of the settlement has already passed, with the last day to do so being March 2. Uncashed settlement checks will be donated to a national food bank, according to Top Class Actions, a news site and blog covering class actions and consumer settlements.
The Independent has contacted Dollar General for comment.
Beyond compensating customers, Dollar General plans to spend $6.5 million to address pricing issues in stores to prevent similar problems in the future.
Click here to file a claim.
