So I get this via email because I registered my grill, presumably. So — some person (and later a class action group) sues because Weber Grills claimed that their grills are “Made in the USA” and all but one line of grills are, now people get class action money.
This is bullshit. As much as I’d like up to a whopping $9, I’d rather forgo it and reform the laws regarding advertising and class actions so I don’t have to waste my time dealing with a Doug Chambers bullshit lawsuit. So, to litigious dipshits like Doug Chambers, I’d like to say thanks for the offer of a $9 check and a concerted go fuck yourself for inadvertently making my future Weber purchase more expensive.
Legal Notice
Chambers v. Weber-Stephen Products LLC Class Action Case No. 37-2011-00085919-CU-BT-CTL, San Diego Superior Court
A California Superior Court ordered distribution of this Notice in connection with a proposed settlement of
a Class Action. This Notice is not a solicitation.
YOUR LEGAL RIGHTS MAY BE AFFECTED WHETHER YOU ACT OR DON’T ACT.
PLEASE READ THIS NOTICE CAREFULLY
This notice concerns a proposed settlement of a class action lawsuit against Weber-Stephen Products LLC (“Weber”). The lawsuit alleges that Weber violated the law by designating Weber grills and certain accessories as “Made in USA.” Weber believes that because all Weber grills and the disputed accessories are designed and engineered in the USA, and all grills save for one line are manufactured and assembled in the USA using component parts primarily made in the USA, it did nothing wrong and therefore has valid defenses to plaintiff’s claims. The court has not held a trial or ruled in favor of either party on any disputed issues. Weber and the plaintiff have agreed to settle the matter to avoid the costs of continued litigation.
Under the terms of the proposed settlement, the Class Members are all persons who purchased a qualifying Weber Product for end-use from February 15, 2007, through February 15, 2012, which bore the designation “MADE IN USA” on the product and/or product packaging. The Court has certified the lawsuit to proceed as a class action for purposes of settlement.
Under the terms of the proposed settlement, Class Members are eligible to receive a check for $2.00, $5.00, or $9.00, depending on the price they paid for the qualifying Weber product. If the Court approves the proposed settlement, to receive the check, Class Members need only submit a completed Claim Form on-line or by mail. The Claim Form can be found online at www.WeberClassSettlement.com in English oren Español, or you can request to have one mailed to you by calling 1-877-219-9788. Each Class Member will be limited to a maximum of three Claims, and payments are available only to those persons who do not opt out of the proposed settlement. The payment offer expires on April 30, 2012, and is not transferable. Weber has also agreed to a permanent injunction, and, subject to Court approval, to pay the named class representative, Doug Chambers, a one-time fee of $5,000.00 to reimburse his expenses and time. Plaintiff’s Counsel will request up to $995,000.00 for attorney’s fees and costs, which Weber reserves all rights to oppose. The Court may award less than the amounts requested.
What are Class Members’ Options? To ask for cash and stay in the Class, Class Members must submit a Claim Form by April 30, 2012. If a Class Member does not want to participate in the settlement, the Class Member may request exclusion from the Class by June 20, 2012. Class Members may also stay in the Class and object to the settlement by June 20, 2012.
Do not contact the Court. To get additional information about the terms and conditions of the proposed settlement and your options, in English or en Español, please review the Notice of Proposed Settlement of Class Action online at www.WeberClassSettlement.com, or call 1-877-219-9788.
Glock 17 (Some people say the 9mm isn’t enough stopping power, but the most common ammo you’ll come across is 9mm, .22 rim fire, and 12 gauge shells. I’d rather be prepared for long-term sustainability than pick ammo that’s harder to find.) A pistol is really only useful for shooting your way to a rifle.
Rubber raft – the Key here isn’t surviving on this boat, rather, being able to get to a boat that might be anchored off shore. Zombies — to my knowledge — aren’t swimmers.
I think those apps are all fine and good, but I have some of my own suggestions for you:
The bomble app – yes, you can read my blog on the go. (Cost: Free)
Wolfrom Alpha – This is the swiss army knife of smart phone apps. It will give you answers and amazing analysis. They call it the “world’s definitive source for instant expert knowledge and computation.” They are right.
(Cost: $2.99)
ESPN Score Center – Wanna know the score on the go? This is your app. (Cost: Free)
Any Google App — I have them all.
Juice Defender – Has saved my battery tons of juice. I started with the free version and upgraded. It was a great decision. (Costs)
My good friend Andrew Heaton was dead on. Check out his video.
Save the date cards serve a maniacal purpose, and they only hasten the demise/reform of the U.S. Postal Service.
Seriously though, save the stamp and send me an email. Better yet, don’t send any at all, save the money, and make sure there is ample open bar and food treats for drunks.
