Update
Cheques to Standard Claim filers were issued December 21st, 2018.
$38M Class Action Settlement
Canadians to get money back for purchase of flexible polyurethane foam and eligible polyurethane foam products as part of $38M class action settlement
Who is eligible for compensation?
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Live in Canada now or you lived in Canada between January 1, 1999 and January 10, 2012; and
- Bought, in Canada, flexible polyurethane foam, eligible foam products or carpet underlay made in Canada for personal, commercial, or manufacturing use during the same time period
When will I get paid?
There are a number of steps to complete before we can pay claims.
After we receive all the claims, we must review them and send out decision notices. Class Members having filed a standard claim have the right to appeal their entitlement and if any Class Members exercise their right to appeal, that appeal process must be completed.
Accurate claims processing takes time and your patience is appreciated. We estimate that cheques will be mailed out 8-12 months after the claims deadline.
End-consumers whose simplified claims for $20 are approved, will also have the option to receive their compensation by e-transfer (except for business claimants).
Which products qualify?
Flexible polyurethane foam refers to a type of foam used in furniture, mattresses, carpet underlay, and in many other contexts.
A claim can be made for the purchase of flexible polyurethane foam made in Canada and for the purchase of the following eligible foam products, if made in Canada:
- Bed mattresses
- Upholstered office chairs
- Upholstered Armchairs
- Two-seat sofas
- Three-seat sofas and sectional sofas
- Carpet underlay
- Carpet pad
- Carpet cushion
How do I request money?
- To submit a claim simply fill out the online form and submit the required documentation no later than February 6th 2018.
- For consumer claims, members of the same family living together must pool together their purchases in a single claim.
How much can I claim?
- For end consumers, the minimum amount you may be able to claim is $20, or more, depending on the number and type of eligible Canadian foam products you purchased.
For more information
See the FAQ page. and the Distribution Protocol.
Or contact the Claims Administrator
RicePoint Administrations Inc. at:
1-888-697-5512
