The lawsuit alleges that Menard Inc., Disston Company, and Gino Development did not provide adequate disclosures about the expiration date printed or associated with Menard-branded bonded abrasive wheels sold under the PERFORMAX and MASTERFORCE names. The settlement resolves claims involving the Covered Products purchased in the United States and its territories from June 10, 2018, through April 22, 2026.
The products covered by this settlement are Menard-branded PERFORMAX or MASTERFORCE bonded abrasive wheels, as identified in the settlement materials. The settlement matters because it provides class members with a choice of benefits and also requires changes to how expiration-date information is disclosed going forward.
Who qualifies:
- People who purchased at retail one or more Covered Products in the United States or its territories during the class period
- People who submit a Claim Form by the deadline
- People who choose either the no-proof benefit or the proof-of-purchase benefit
How payouts work:
- Class members may choose one of two benefits
- Without proof of purchase, a claimant may receive one replacement wheel per unit purchased, up to five replacement wheels total
- With proof of purchase, a claimant may receive a cash payment equal to the total amount of covered purchases, up to a maximum benefit amount of $50.00
- The settlement includes both cash and non-cash relief, including replacement wheels and product-labeling changes
- Payments and benefits are limited by the terms of the settlement and may be affected by the total number of valid claims
Frequently asked questions:
What is the Menard Bonded Abrasive Wheel Settlement?
It is a class action settlement involving Menard-branded PERFORMAX and MASTERFORCE bonded abrasive wheels and alleged disclosure issues about expiration dates.
What products are included?
The Covered Products are Menard-branded PERFORMAX or MASTERFORCE bonded abrasive wheels sold during the class period.
Do I need proof of purchase to file a claim?
Not always. You can file without proof for the replacement-wheel benefit. If you want the cash benefit, proof of purchase is required.
How much can I receive?
Without proof, the benefit is one replacement wheel per unit purchased, up to five replacement wheels. With proof, the cash benefit is capped at $50.00.
What are the deadlines?
The claim deadline, opt-out deadline, and objection deadline are all July 7, 2026.
When is the final approval hearing?
The final approval hearing is scheduled for August 17, 2026.