Got a Gas-Powered Lawn Mower? There’s a Class Action Settlement…
April 6th, 2010. By AbiK
UPDATE 1 (4/8/10): Editor’s Note – A number of you have had difficulty in going to the LawnMowerClass.com site; click on this link and you should get to the correct page.
UPDATE 2 (4/9/10): For those of you who are having difficulty identifying the ID numbers, the information can be found here for each brand, model or make of lawnmower involved. Please do not submit a claim form to LawyersAndSettlements.com–we are not the claims administrator; you need to go to the website above to submit your claim.
As you’re out there getting the lawn ready for another summer season, take a look at your gas-powered lawn mower. You may be a part of the Lawnmower Class Action.
Yes, there is such a thing and we reported on the lawsuit when it was first filed. And a notice of proposed settlement just landed in my mailbox today.
Here’s what you need to know…
If you purchased a gasoline-powered lawn mower with an engine up to 30 horsepower for your own use between January 1, 1994 and April 12, 2010—yes, the class period is like sixteen years—then you may be eligible to submit a claim for up to $35 for a walk-behind mower or $75 for a riding mower. You may also receive extended warranty benefits.
Note—the lawn mower class action lawsuit is not about lawn mower safety. At issue is that the plaintiff claimed the defendants—American Honda Motor Co. Inc., MTD Products, Sears Roebuck & Co., Sears Holding Corp., Kmart Holding Corp., Deere & Company, Tecumseh Products, TecumsehPower Co, Platinum Equity LLC, Briggs & Stratton Corp., Kawasaki Motors Corp. USA, Kawasaki Heavy Industries Ltd., Kawasaki Motors Manufacturing Corp. USA, The Toro Company, Husqvarna Consumer Outdoor Products, N.A. Inc. (including Electrolux Home Products, Inc.) and the Kohler Co—misrepresented and overstated the horsepower of their lawn mowers and lawn mower engines.
Basically, it’s a case of consumer fraud.
And I’m guessing there’s quite a few folks out there who can potentially submit a claim for this one.
Here’s what you need to do…
If you want to include yourself in the Lawnmower Class Action settlement, you’ll need to submit a claim form. You can do so online at LawnMowerClass.com.
You will need the following information from your lawn mower:
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Lawn Mower Brand (Deere, EHP, Honda, Husqvarna, MTD, Sears, Toro)
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Lawn Mower ID Number
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Lawn Mower Engine Brand (Briggs & Stratton, Honda, Kawasaki, Kohler, Tecumseh, Toro)
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Lawn Mower Engine Model Number
The deadline to submit a claim form is August 31, 2010.
Other key dates are:
Deadline to exclude yourself from the settlement: June 4, 2010
Deadline to file an objection to the proposed settlement: June 4, 2010
Court hearing to approve the settlement: June 22, 2010
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Just where did you get my name and address, to send such a ludicrous advertisement?! Big deal, I get some pitiful little "pay off", while your firm makes millions, and I'm perfectly satisfied with the quality of the product I've purchased, and used for years!
I ask again, exactly, where did you get my personal information, and how can I ensure, I will not be receiving further correspondence from you, and others like you?
Hi Mike, Well, we–as in LawyersAndSettlements.com or our parent company, Online Legal Media, did not get your personal information. We're not lawyers, nor are we a law firm…nor are we the claims administrator for the Lawn Mower class action settlement. We're a news agency, so we just report the stuff and try to help out where we can. If you'd like to delve into this further, you'll have to contact the claims administrator at the site link provided at the top of the blog post; sorry I can't be of much further help on that one. By the way, if you're satisfied with your lawn mower performance, more power to you (bad pun in this instance)
I believe what you are doing is a good thing to a point, I agree with the other negative responses,but with lawyers greed, sometimes we have to pay someone millions to get what we paid for? My lawnmower was said to be a self propelled mulcher. The motor does not engage enough power to mulch the grass. I have to mow steady to make sure I don't have trails of grass in a line that the briggs and stratton engine was said to mulch with no problem! I've sharpened the blade, replaced the blade, no go!!!! I had a mulcher before this one that was said to be less power and it did not have this problem!!! So I'm in. I've tried to enter my claim!!! But, Every time I try to get the claim page my computer tells me that the page is not available to me, What do I do the enter my Claim???
Hi Dorothy, Try this link for the PDF form that you can print to mail in your Lawn Mower settlement claim; you can otherwise submit your claim online by going to this link; hope this helps – Abi
Claim Form difficulty in downloading from this site and other sites to PDF files.
Hi Napoleon, Did you try the link at the top of this post (in the Editor's note)?
I bought a lawnmower from sears a little while back but I have thrown it away after it quit working.
Does anyone know if I can get the model number and engine number from sears for it?
Thanks
Jim
Hi Jim, Unfortunately I don't have any ideas on how you can get the ID numbers without the actual mower, but maybe some other folks have some ideas; I'll put out a tweet on Twitter for you as well…hey, you never know…
This is another case of misspent time by lawyers with no logical moral means of support. Just another way of fleecing the working people of the world with stupid lawsuits that mean nothing and harass others for financial gain. Lawyer jokes aren't really jokes. Just statements of fact that degrade the profession.
Hi B James, Please see my comment to Jimmy…
To say that this class suit is for the benefit of the consuming public is ridiculous. Three things to note:
1. whether my mower has the purported 6hp or only 4.8hp is irrelevent. When I get it home, if it doesn't do the job, I return it and exchange for one that will perform acceptably. Most folks may not want to deal with that hassle, but then that's their problem.
2. Why does this only apply to mowers? I own several other products (tiller, chipper/shredder with same engine make/class. Why aren't they included?)
3. It's about the money,…lawyers that is…always is. All of us who were 'defrauded' may get back a small amount (provided we can supply all the details. And by the way, if somebody knew enough to send me the card, why don't they also have the details on what I bought and when?) The class action lawyers stand to make MILLIONS for their firm. Wanna bet there will be some hefty bonuses?
PLACE MIAL MY CHECK TO [edited out address]
Hi Walter, You'll need to go to this website to fill out a claim form. Once there, click on "Making a Claim"–located in the upper right and you'll be guided from there on what you need to do. You can also call the claims administrator at 877-773-8196 to request a claim form.
I am glad to see this happen. This mower has been a POS since I bought it. Underpowered is putting it mildly. if I can get any $$$ money back I'll be happy. I always said this is the LAST Craftsman mower I would ever buy (and we've had a Craftsman ever since I can remember starting back in 1956), but there are lots of BIG NAME mowers here…including three or four of which I was considering replacing this sorry POS with!
"Made in China" pretty much sums it up.
Hi Samuel, Thanks for your comment. As I said to another reader earlier…you can add in another two words to your closing remark re: "Made in China"…. Chinese drywall.
calledphone number no help…. no link foundplease reply
Hi Stephen, Go to this link for the lawn mower claims administrator website where you will find all the information you need and it is also where you are to submit your claim form. If you call the toll-free number, 877-773-8196, you can request a claim form. Last I checked, this phone number was experiencing high call volume, so you may need to be a bit patient.
I had one question that I could not find answered anywhere.
I have a lawnmower that would be covered under the settlement in my garage.
But I did not buy the lawnmower.
It was my Uncle's lawnmower and he died and it was given to me.
Can I file a claim for this mower since I own it.
Or since I did not buy it am I unable to file a claim on it?
Hi Jim, From what I can see, all you need are the ID numbers–and you can get instruction on which ones and where they're located on each model here on the LawnMowerClass.com website. You will need to fill out your claim form and submit it there as well.
I have purchased 2 riding mowers in the time period, both involved as defendants. With 3 acres to mow acurate HP ratings seem somewhat important, considering both engines manufactured by the same company have had to have head gaskets replaced at my expense. Do I have to file a claim form for each mower or can I file one form for both, or am I allowed only one claim?
Hi Gary, My understanding is that you can submit more than one mower on a claim form. You will need to go to LawnMowerClass.com to fill out a claim form there; Click on "Making a Claim" at the upper right of that website and you'll be directed from there. You can also call the claims administrator at 877-773-8196.
…i had a $20k roof installed only to find out the product was defective, causing many new roofs to literally disintegrate into the roof gutters. so, trust me, the class action suits that people bitch about are the only means the average person, who cannot possibly afford a private lawyer, have against fraud. i am not a lawyer and have never been involved in any kind of suit, but $20k is a lot of money to me. I was only reimbursed $8k for damages and had to start all over again. Class Action suits are absolutely necessary in a democracy !
Hi CE, You've said it perfectly–and as I always like to say to those who would refer to class action lawyers as "scum" (we've had a few of those comments)– there but for the grace of God… You only start to change your tune about this legal process when you, yourself, have been personally affected by some harm. Remember, the same sort of lawyers who fought about lawn mower hp levels are the ones who are fighting to ensure our Vets have their disability claims approved as they return from the middle east; they're also the ones who fought for the Chinese drywall victims, the victims of Reglan, the victims of Paxil, the victims of Hurricane Katrina… Thanks CE, and I'm sorry to hear all you had to go thru to get a proper roof over your head.
Where do I get a claim form to fill out ????
Hi David, The claim form for the lawn mower class action is at the link located at the top of this post. The website is at: LawnMowerClass.com. If you go there and click on "Making a Claim" in the upper right, you'll be directed from there.
On April 6th, 2010 at 1:06 pm Ragu M. said it as clearly as can be stated…..these lawyers (if you can call them lawyers) line their pockets with millions. NO one was harmed by the horsepower rating. It does NOT matter whether the hp is 2.7 or 3. THESE LAWSUITS (and there are hundreds) ARE PURE CRAP. What we need is some way to get rid of unethical lawyers.
your link doesnt work for me, neither does going directly to their website, is there any numbers you can call to submit a claim, thanks bm
Hi Brenda, Not sure why the link (or site) is not working for you; however, yes, you can call 877-773-8196
bought my lawn mower at sears 4 yrs ago. its a craftman
Is this going to be like the last time Sears had a class action suit against them. They got to pay the consumors (us) with what was called " Sears Money. " This was nothing more then a voucher from Sears for a certain amount, that was only good at sears.
Hi Ron, All the wording on the notice of settlement states "cash benefit"–if it were "sears money" (or whatever that was in the past) it would state something like "voucher". If you want further clarification, you can certainly reach out to the claims administrator at: 877-773-8196.
I puchased a Polun riding mower 2 years ago , am I eligible & if so how do I put in for it.
Hi Bernard, Polun isn't mentioned in the class action…
This class action is just WRONG. The lawyers will get rich (including those representing the companies being sued) raking off the millions, while the victims get a pitance, now but will pay for all the millions when purchasing new mowers in the future.
Almost forced to turn in the forms and use any money to pay for the future increase in price.
If the Gov't was good for anything, they would put a limit on what the lawyers could get out of such suits.
WRONG! WRONG! WRONG!
Hi Buck, I appreciate your comments–I suppose an argument could be made for effective regulation at the get-go so that we wouldn't have to go thru a class action process in the first place; oh, by the way, if you had any doubts on effective government oversight, read this little gem…
So i have to take a Lawnmower class to get my money? Am i going to be required to have a license to mow my yard next? How long is the class? Is there a test? If it is not about safety then it should be because i am big on safety, i even have a lock out that i use when i fill up the gas to prevent any accidents.
Hi Fredrick M, Thanks for your comment. If–or when–you find that lawn mowing class, let me know. I've always been fascinated by how golf course greens are mowed and would love to learn. In the interim, if it's the lawn mower class ACTION and subsequent proposed settlement you're looking for, you need to go to the link at the top of this post to submit a claim.
Sounds like these lowlife lawyers are trying to make it harder
for the HONEST American Citizens to take back this Country!!!
I hope you SCUMS choke on your take!!Only the TRUTH will set you
free.This is DIRTY MONEY from The Free Enterprise System!!!
Hi Ind. Vet. Thanks for your interesting comments. I'm all for "the truth will set you free"–but, uhh, does that mean "truth" is in advertising a certain hp level and delivering another? That wasn't really my definition of "truth"…
after reading all the pros&cons of this issue,i think its time to put things in proper perspective.first off,hp is produced if all tollerances are correct.this means that all tooling cuts the same,repeatabillity of machining process remain the same,material remains the same,the feeds&speeds remain the same,the measuring devices remains the same.all things mentioned so far is regulated by a standard called iso 9000 and above.these are all regulated by this standard.to me this is a bunch of nit picking.i have yet to hear of soldiers complaining about their weapons jamming when crawling in the mud? where are these lawyers when this happens? why are'nt these lawyers going after the us goverment when they ship inferior metals from different countries.the equipment used to do the machining are from different countries.if there is consumer fraud i suggest we start with the US goverment.you can keep your money and your lawsuit.its a good thing i don't piss my money away like you do.
Hi Jerry W, Thanks for your comment–I appreciate your perspective and I've got two words for you re: imported goods and lawyers: Chinese drywall.
What do they mean by ID number? I have every piece of paper on my riding mower and it refers to Type, Model, and Serial numbers but no where do I find a reference to ID.
Thanks,
Hi Charley D, The information you need is at the claims administrator's webisite here–I've also added this link as "Update 2" at the top of this blog post.
Several people have tried to find out what they mean by lawnmower ID number. Does anyone know if this means the Model Number or the Serial Number? We know where to find the numbers. It is a little unclear as to which number they want. Thank you.
Hi John G, Please see the link at the top of the post under "Update 2"–all the information you need is located at the LawnMowerClass.com claim administrator website.
I would like to be included in lawn mower settlement
Hi Dean, To be included you'll need to submit at claim form at the lawn mower class action settlement website (ie, not here)–the link for that is at the top of this blog post in Update 1/Editor's note;
I've been trying to file a claim at LawnMowerClass.com. I get the site & get thru the manuf, SN#, Engine & engine model but after that I keep getting kicked-off before I can provide my personal info. I keep getting the microsoft –Diagnosis connection notice. I've tried numerous times for the past 3 days but to no avail. Can you please help me as I'm sure that there are numerous others who cannot get thru. Thank You, Joe B
Hi Joe, I'd love to help, but unfortunately LawyersAndSettlements.com is not associated at all with the LawnMowerClass.com website–we only report the settlements and try to provide guidance on where you need to go to submit a claim form. I'd suggest you either print out the mailable version of the claim form (keep in mind, you have until August to do so–so there's plenty of time) or you can request a claim form by calling the claims adminstrator at 877-773-8196. Otherwise, as I'm sure their website is experiencing a very high volume of folks trying to submit a claim, you'll have to just be patient.
Isn't our legal system wonderful? Isn't our government wonderful?
They have created a full employment act for lawyers and for government workers and have insured that lawn mowers will cost a lot more in the future! Maybe that is part of the reason that items manufactured in China are cheaper and unemployment in the USA is so high – unemployment high except for gov't. bureaucrats and lawyers!
Ihave some dificullty . Mtd did nor identify who made their engines so how do you en ven start looking for id and pleas someone give me what a filled out form with model number and serial numberes looks like – This is a lot to ask on a producyt that id is dificult to find for mechanics and co unewilling to provide help cll MTD they refuse to help
Hi Mike, You need to fill out a claim form at the website for the class action settlement. That website is LawnMowerClass.com. There is a link for "Making a Claim" in the upper right. Go there and you'll be given further direction on filling out a claim there. Information on where and how to find the identification numbers and/or serial numbers can be found here.
I would like to be included in the lawn mower settlement. Unbelievable
Hi Robert, You'll need to fill out a claim form over at the Lawn Mower class action settlement website (not here at LawyersAndSettlements.com); to do that, go to the link provided at the top of this post in "Update 1".
Admin; Several people have asked IS THE ID NUMBER THE SAME AS THE MODEL NUMBER OR SERIAL NUMBER. Your reply is: Click on the link . . .
I've done that (as I'm sure they have) and nowhere there is the phrase "ID number" found. Can anyone answer the question plainly?
Thanks!
Hi Joe, Yes, I've replied that way because you need to go to that link, and here it is again–it says, "Guides for Finding Your Lawnmower ID Number" and that's where you'll find the information. If you have further trouble, please contact the claims administrator directly at 877-773-8196.
Hello Everyone, please take into consideration that you are all a bunch of lazy, money hungry, pieces of garbage for even thinking of filing this claim. I hope that this is actually just a setup; designed to filter out the greedy handout seeking scum of our country.
ADMIN: You keep directing people to that link when they ask whether the Lawnmower ID means the Lawnmower Model Number or the Lawnmower Serial Number. That page does NOT answer the question. It tells you "Where to find your model or serial number". It does NOT tell you which of these two numbers is the "Lawnmower ID" the claim site is asking for. Both a serial number and a model number are at the location on my lawnmower as described at your wonderful link — now, WHICH OF THESE TWO NUMBERS IS THE ONE THE CLAIM SITE IS CALLING THE "LAWNMOWER ID"? I'll say it again. That page you are sending us to does NOT tell us which of the two numbers that it shows us how to find is the one to use. Once more: Is the Lawnmower ID the *Model Number* or the *Serial Number*?
Hi Sal, I can only give you the information that the LawnMowerClass.com claim site is giving you. While typically the serial number is requested, I'd suggest you contact the claims administrator directly with your question at 877-773-8196. LawyersAndSettlements.com is not the claims administrator–we only report on settlements that our readers would be interested in knowing about, and we provide information on where to submit your claim. The simplest solution may be for you to use the print-out and mail version of the form to submit your claim. That way you can simply submit both identification numbers (ie, serial number and model number) on the form and be covered either way. You have until August to do so, so there is plenty of time. Hope this helps.
If I still have the motor that blew up and mower. Will this motor be covered under the 1 year warranty? Replaced the motor.
Hi Carmine, If you've got the info, you might as well submit it. I'd recommend contacting the claims administrator though for any specific info regarding the warranty. You can either go to their website–the link is at the top of this post in "update 1" or you can call them at 877-773-8196, but just know that they've been experiencing high call volume. You do have until August to submit a claim, so there is a bit of time.
My Sears Craftsman was advertised to have 5.5 HP. I had it dynoed and it came back as 5.653 HP. Will I have to pay into the settlement or will I get money like everybody else in the USA?
Hi Mike, Have to say, it's rare that I get stymied by a comment, but my guess is that, irrespective of whether you've had the mower "dynoed" or not, if you've bought a mower that's listed in the class and during the class period, you should be able to submit a claim. If you wish to do so, you need to hop on over to the claims administrator's website to do so: LawnMowerClass.com; you can also try to call them with your question: 877-773-8196.
Where can I get a claim form to complete and submit?
Hi Sidney, You will need to go to the claims administrator's website, LawnMowerClass.com, to submit a form. Whenever there is a class action, a separate firm handles the processing of claim form submissions and the distribution of whatever the settlement is. Once at that website, if you click on "Making a Claim" in the upper right, you'll be guided from there. If you have further questions as you're completing the form, you will have to contact the claims administrator; their phone number is 877-773-8196. Hope this helps.
My Sears Riding mower died (new in 1998?) Replaced it with a Dear that I have info on, What about thr mower thats already history?
Hi Ken, First off, it sounds like your current Deere may be included in the class, so certainly submit that info at the claims administrator's site, LawnMowerClass.com; in terms of the Sears ride-on mower, I don't think there's much you can do unless you have the actual mower still on-hand. You can try to contact the claims administrator about this as well. Their number is 877-773-8196, though they've been experiencing high call volume and sometimes it can be difficult to get a live person with these toll-free hotlines.
thank you for notifying me
Hi Larry, Glad we could help!
Where can I get a form to fill out?
thank you
Hi Bob, You need to go to the website: LawnMowerClass.com. That's the site that handles the lawn mower class action settlement. Other readers (including myself) have noticed that the site can be slow, and the toll-free number they have (877-773-8196) has stated they've been experiencing high call volume, so you may need to be patient–but keep in mind, you do have until August to submit a claim form. Hope this helps.
You should be sued for the online claim form process. Over promised, under delivered
Hey Mike–Wish I could! I'm not–nor is LawyersAndSettlements.com–connected or affiliated in any way with the lawn mower class action or the settlement claims administrator–they're the folks that run the website where you submit your claim form. We only report on lawsuits, class actions, settlements, emerging issues and such and try to help where we can…so don't shoot the messenger; Your comments are valid though and maybe you should express them over at the claims administrator's site…
Dear Admin:
I've read through some of these responses. Do you ever want to take a clue-bat and whack some of these people?
Hey Jack, Thanks for your comment–I got a chuckle! Nah, I don't want to take a clue-bat to anyone–I love the dialog and the perspectives and the questions–makes my day interesting….and then some! But thanks for considering how things look thru my lens.
I went to the website thru the link you have listed since the http://www.LawnMowerClass.com wouldn't load. I tried to file the online claim. After the first time I hit "Next" I got an error message that said the program couldn't load the page. So then I tried to Download the form to fill out and mail in. Nothing but a white screen until I got tired of waiting> Seems like they want to make it as difficult as possible to file a claim. Anyone else having trouble? Carl
Hi Carl, A lot of folks have been experiencing the same; while LawyersAndSettlements.com has nothing to do with the lawn mower class action of the website where you submit your claim form, I can tell you that the LawnMowerClass.com site has undoubtedly been experiencing a high volume of visitors–as has their toll-free phone number. All I can suggest is that you be patient–even give it a few days as you have until August to submit a claim–and keep trying; good luck.
What if I purchased a mower, but no longer have it in my possession? Are these covered? I can probably find original purchase documents.
Hi Harry, If you no longer have the mower, it's doubtful, however you can go over to the website that's specifically set up for this settlement and see if you have the necessary documentation and/or identification numbers to submit a claim. The website to go to is LawnMowerClass.com.
This is a Joke! I received my post card in the mail today. I do not feel that I am entitled to 75 dollars! My John Deere Mower is the best mower that I have ever owned and I certainly don't feel that the horsepower has ever let me down. The people who build these mowers (regardless of make) are just like the rest of us "Hard Workers". "Wake up America", I have read many of the comments here, and I am very disappointed in many of my fellow Americans. If we (as a nation) are truly concerned about the economy, then we should stop these silly lawsuits. I do agree that the industry should have a better standard for HP ratings but, I feel that this is the wrong way to go about it. I WILL NOT be submitting a claim form!
Hi Sam… thanks for your comments and your "power to the people" gumption! As I've said in some other responses, this lawsuit wasn't about mower efficacy–it was about false advertising and consumer fraud and unfortunately, because we have such a wonderful system in place (I say that facetiously), it takes a class action lawsuit to get effective and accurate standards in place for hp ratings. This lawsuit is representative of issues much greater and beyond hp ratings–it's about corporate responsibility, integrity and transparency. That's the root cause here–as with many lawsuits–not the lawyers or the fact that we have the ability to initiate lawsuits. At any rate, you've got every right to elect not to submit a claim.
What if I disposed of the lawn mower and don't have the ID number?
Hi Cary, I don't think there's much you can do–you need the info to submit a claim over at the website for the settlement…
I agree with Ragu and a few others. All of a sudden people want to "jump on the band wagon." This is exactly what is wrong with our society today. I'll bet if no one would have received these cards or heard about it from surfing the web or talking to someone, they would not have bothered. We have a government that is cramming health care down our throats thinking this will make it more affordable, when a large part of the problems are law suits. People are greedy and do anything for a buck. I was at the doctor and I didn't like the way he looked at me so I am suing because I am suffering mental anguish. Bull. I sort of like my John Deere, and am able to afford one. Keep this kind of crap up and soon they will be priced out of range. Think hard about this people. You may get 35 or 75 dollars, but multiply that times say 1000. How about 10,000? It all adds to the cost. My mower is under warranty. It runs as expected. I have no complaints. If you can say the same, I wouldn't bother. Maybe I am wasting my time as it looks like the administrator here is the lawyer. You can't tell a lawyer in cases like these anything because the know more than anyone in America and all they see is green. VOTE FOR TORT REFORM!
Hey Tom, Thanks for your comments. For the record, I'm not a lawyer. Nor do I work for a law firm. I agree with many folks that there are a number of seemingly frivolous lawsuits out there. However, you don't often hear about the ones that are not frivolous because they don't make good copy in the media. They're not the head-turners that sell papers and get ratings. We run a column on the LawyersAndSettlements.com blog called "Totally Tortelicious" that's filled with some of these gems–and in many instances I can guarantee that not only those of us at LawyersAndSettlements.com but also the vast majority of lawyers are sitting there shaking their heads at how ludicrous some of these "lawsuits" are.
Having said that, if you've ever actually been injured–ie, to the point of needing legal representation, you understand how costs that seem as though they're driven by greed, are in reality driven by the process and the bureaucracy that one needs to navigate to get any form restitution. Are there greedy lawyers and plaintiffs out there? Sure as shootin'–but as most lawyers have to lay out their own cash (many times on loan) to take on a case that can drag on for years and that may or may not be won, it's no sure-bet of a cash cow and there are creditors and then some to pay off if a case is won–or at least settles as is more often the case.
There are dozens of examples of cases that don't necessarily make good copy but exemplify the immensity involved in taking on some serious issues: Paxil, Heparin, Reglan, Chinese drywall, Avandia, the Libby asbestos horror…there's a lot brewing now in states like NY, VA, PA over gas drilling via fracking and questions re: potential water supply contamination–if, and I surely hope this is not the case, extensive drilling gets the green light and we have contamination issues years later, then what? There's a "cancer cluster" probe in Palm Beach County, FL right now–13 kids diagnosed with brain cancer in the past 16 years–that's starting to get attention. I could go on, but you get where I'm going with this–these are the cases that for the most part don't get the dramatic headlines.
As with most things in life, you only realize what it's like to walk in someone else's shoes when you actually walk in those shoes, and there but for the grace of God, thankfully, most of us go through life unscathed by such devastating challenges. But if we do, I daresay you the second call you make (the first being one to your doctors) will be to a lawyer. Oh, and by the way, absolutely–if you're happy with your Deere and it's under warranty then hey, skip this one–totally your prerogative…
Where on the Briggs & Stratton engine do I finde the "Engine Model No."?
Hi Marie, You need to go to the claims administrator's website for this information. They have a page on their site with info on finding your mower's and engine's ID numbers; short of that, you'll need to contact them directly–they also have a toll-free number: 877-883-8196.
The given website doesn't work, consistently failing. Can't file online and can't download the form.
Hi John, You're not alone. Many others, including myself, have experienced long download times. The website and toll-free number have apparently been experiencing a high volume–perhaps now that a few days have gone by you'll have better luck.
I need claim form for class action lawsuit on mowers up to 30hp
Hi Leland, You need to go over to the claims administrator's website: LawnMowerClass.com. You find further information there.
hi a received a letter from you, yes i have purchased a lawn mower with gas engine; here is my information:
Craftsman Lawn Mover 6.0 horse power from Sears
Hi Maribe, You have to go over to the website, LawnMowerClass.com, to submit your information about your lawn mower. LawyersAndSettlements.com is a legal news website and we have nothing to do with this settlement, other than reporting on it–and we did not send you the letter you received about it. Go to that website and you'll find information how to submit your claim.
Small problems: the glue on mower ID on my MTD mower is gone, but I can read the B&S engine info. What to submit???
Hi John D, I can't say for sure, but I'd submit whatever info you've got…worth a try;