Dollar General has agreed to an $8.5 million class action lawsuit settlement to resolve claims that customers were charged different prices at the register than what was advertised on store shelves.
If you shopped at Dollar General between October 10, 2016, and November 19, 2025, you may be eligible for cash compensation and an in-store discount.
What Is the Dollar General Lawsuit About?
The class action lawsuit alleges that Dollar General charged customers higher prices at checkout than the prices displayed on shelf labels, which plaintiffs say violated consumer protection laws.
While Dollar General denies any wrongdoing, the company agreed to the settlement to resolve the claims.
Who Is Eligible?
You may be included in this settlement if:
- You are a consumer in the United States, and
- You paid more or less than the shelf price for merchandise at a Dollar General store
- During the period October 10, 2016 – November 19, 2025
How Much Can You Get?
💵 Cash Payments
Eligible class members who can provide qualifying proof may receive:
- $10 or the amount of the actual overcharge (whichever is higher)
- For each separate complaint, up to two payments per household
- Maximum cash recovery: $20 per household
🛒 In-Store Benefit (Everyone Gets This)
All class members — even without proof — are eligible for:
- $3 off a $10 purchase (pre-tax)
- Valid at any Dollar General store nationwide
- Redeemable during a two-day window (dates to be announced)
What Proof Is Required?
To qualify for a cash payment, you must have one of the following:
- Objective evidence of a price overcharge, OR
- Proof of a contemporaneous complaint submitted during the class period to:
- A government agency, or
- Dollar General directly
- The complaint must reference a specific price overcharge that was not previously resolved
⚠️ Important: If you do not meet these requirements, do not file a claim.
Claim Form Details
- Claim Form Deadline: April 13, 2026
- Settlement Website: DGPriceSettlement.com
- Claim Form:
👉 CLICK HERE TO FILE A CLAIM »
⚠️ Claims are submitted under penalty of perjury. Filing a fraudulent claim can harm other eligible class members. If you’re unsure whether you qualify, review the FAQ section on the settlement website before filing.
Key Dates to Know
- Exclusion / Objection Deadline: March 2, 2026
- Final Approval Hearing: March 19, 2026
- In-Store Discount Dates: To be announced
What Happens to Unclaimed Money?
Any uncashed settlement checks will be donated to a national food bank organization.
Case Information
- Case Name: Braun v. Dolgencorp LLC d/b/a Dollar General
- Case No.: MID-L-00950-25
- Court: Superior Court of New Jersey, Law Division, Middlesex County
Settlement Administrator
Braun v. Dolgencorp LLC d/b/a Dollar General
P.O. Box 58220
Philadelphia, PA 19102
📧 info@DGPriceSettlement.com
📞 844-262-4248
Final Thoughts
If you’ve ever noticed a price ringing up higher than the shelf label at Dollar General, this settlement is worth reviewing. Even if you don’t qualify for a cash payment, every class member can still receive the $3 in-store discount once redemption dates are announced.
As always, read carefully, file honestly, and don’t miss the deadlines.
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