If you’ve ever paid with a check at Walmart, this settlement could affect you—even if you don’t need to take action.
Here’s a clear, no-fluff breakdown of what’s happening, what it means for you, and what (if anything) you should do next.
Why This Lawsuit Exists?
This case—Morris v. Walmart, Inc., No. 1:22-cv-00016 (D. Mont.)—focuses on how Walmart and its check processor, TeleCheck, disclosed potential fees.
The lawsuit claims:
Customers were not clearly informed that a returned check could trigger multiple bank fees
Walmart and TeleCheck could attempt to collect payment multiple times
Each attempt could result in separate fees from your bank
Walmart and TeleCheck deny any wrongdoing, but agreed to settle to avoid ongoing litigation.
Who Qualifies?
You may be included if:
You wrote a check to pay for goods or services
At any Walmart store in the United States
This applies to both past and future customers
How Much Can You Get?
Here’s the key point:
$0 for class members
This settlement does not include cash payments to consumers.
Instead:
The $1,850,000 settlement fund goes to:
Attorneys’ fees
A service award for the named plaintiff
⚠️ Important: You are NOT giving up your right to seek money damages.
What Are the Settlement Benefits?
Even though there’s no payout, the settlement does require Walmart to make changes that could help consumers going forward:
Updated in-store check policy disclosures
Clear warnings on PIN pad screens
Notice that:
Multiple collection attempts may happen
Each attempt could result in multiple bank fees
These changes are designed to prevent surprise fees in the future
What Are Your Options?
Here’s a quick breakdown so you can decide what to do:
| Option | What It Means | Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Do Nothing | You remain part of the class and benefit from updated disclosures | — |
| Object | Tell the court you disagree with the settlement | April 23, 2026 |
| Attend Hearing | Speak at the fairness hearing (must notify in advance) | April 23, 2026 |
How to File (or Take Action)
Good news—this is a no-claim-required settlement.
That means:
You do NOT need to file a claim to be included
You automatically benefit from the policy changes
If you want to object or learn more, you’ll need to follow the instructions on the official settlement website.
When Will Changes Happen?
If approved, Walmart will:
Implement the new disclosures within ~180 days after final approval
Bottom Line
No payment to consumers
You keep your right to pursue damages separately
Walmart must improve fee disclosures moving forward
