Walmart customers who've felt the pinch from purportedly inflated meat and fruit prices over the last few years may soon find a little extra change in their pockets, as the retail giant settles a hefty $45 million class-action lawsuit. According to KSAT, the lawsuit leveled against Walmart claimed it overcharged shoppers for weighted grocery items such as packaged meats and bagged citrus fruits.

The specifics of the settlement are such that if you've carted away any weighed meat or citrus from Walmart's aisles between October 18, 2018, and January 19, 2024, then you, too, might be in line to reel in some settlement cash but remember, the clock is ticking as the deadline to lay your claim is June 5 this year. Evidence uncovered during the lawsuit included marked discrepancies like a pork tenderloin advertised at $3.92 per pound and yet priced at packaging an ampler $4.36 per pound and that's just one instance, a report from MSN disclosed.

The deal's details present a multifaceted claim system, with receipts yielding a potential cashback cap of $500, while those sans proof can still pocket up to $25 based on how many qualifying items were purchased. Fast Company received a statement from a Walmart spokesperson, making it clear that the company maintains its innocence, stating, “We will continue providing our customers everyday low prices to help them save money on the products they want and need. We still deny the allegations, however we believe a settlement is in the best interest of both parties.”

To snag your slice of the settlement pie, head over to the dedicated settlement website and submit your claim; hustle up, because claims are due by June 5, 2024, and it's first come, first served, then the court will hold a hearing on June 12 to potentially seal the deal with payouts commencing, if given the green light, in the following months. Those looking for a deep dive into the conditions and procedures can scour the full settlement terms and FAQs on the settlement website provided by MSN.