Limetree Bay Refinery Incidents Settlement
Payments will be calculated using a pro rata point system encompassing property damage, nuisance, trespass, economic losses, cistern related physical impact, physical and emotional health manifestations, and non-reimbursed out-of-pocket expenses incurred from the Limetree Bay Refinery release incidents.
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What happened
Release incidents occurred at the Limetree Bay Refinery from February to May 2021, during which harmful materials were allegedly released. Settlement Class Members claim they suffered harm as a result of these incidents. The settling defendants deny they violated any law but agreed to settle to avoid litigation expenses.
Do you qualify?
You qualify if you owned or rented property in the Affected Geographic Area on or after February 3, 2021, or if you resided in, worked in, owned or operated a business in, or were present in the Affected Geographic Area during the time period from February 3, 2021 to May 26, 2021. The Affected Geographic Area is shown on a Settlement Map at www.LimetreeBaySettlement.com.
How to file
File a Claim Form with all requested information and documentation to the Settlement Administrator by November 3, 2026. You can file your claim online at www.LimetreeBaySettlement.com or download a Claim Form and file by mail. For more information, visit www.LimetreeBaySettlement.com or call 1-888-859-9973.
Common questions
- How much does the Limetree Bay Refinery Incidents Settlement pay?
- Estimated payout: Payments will be calculated using a pro rata point system encompassing property damage, nuisance, trespass, economic losses, cistern related physical impact, physical and emotional health manifestations, and non-reimbursed out-of-pocket expenses incurred from the Limetree Bay Refinery release incidents.. The total settlement fund is $59.8M. Actual amounts depend on how many valid claims are filed — most settlements divide a fixed fund pro rata, so a higher claim rate means a smaller individual check. An "up to" figure is a cap, not a guarantee.
- What is the claim deadline for the Limetree Bay Refinery Incidents Settlement?
- The claim deadline is November 3, 2026. Filing is free and is done on the official settlement website at prnewswire.com.
- Do I need proof of purchase for the Limetree Bay Refinery Incidents Settlement?
- Yes. This settlement asks for documentation supporting your claim — a receipt, an account record, or the notice you were sent. Check the official settlement website for exactly which documents are accepted.
- Is the Limetree Bay Refinery Incidents Settlement notice real, or a scam?
- Claims are filed at prnewswire.com. Filing a class action claim is always free — no legitimate settlement charges you to claim, and no administrator will ask for payment, a gift card, or your full Social Security number by email or text. If a notice asks for any of those, it is not from the administrator. When in doubt, ignore the link you were sent and go to the official settlement website directly.
- How long until I get paid from the Limetree Bay Refinery Incidents Settlement?
- Class action payouts typically take 12 to 24 months after the claim deadline, and longer if the settlement is appealed. The final approval hearing for this case is set for December 14, 2026; no payments can be issued before a settlement receives final approval.
- What happens if I do nothing?
- You receive no payment, and in most class actions you also give up the right to sue ArcLight, Freepoint, EIG, LBV, LBE, and additional Contractor Defendants separately over these same claims. To keep that right you must opt out (exclude yourself) by October 27, 2026.
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