CONSUMERS MAY BE OWED MONEY BACK FOR PVC PIPE PURCHASE
OPEN FOR SUBMISSIONScott+Scott is co-lead counsel in a federal class-action lawsuit alleging a scheme by converters that illegally inflated the cost of PVC pipe since at least 2019. If you purchased PVC pipe, you may be entitled to participate and recover money.
WHO IS AFFECTED?
You may qualify if any of the following apply. If one or more describe you or your business, request a free case review.
YOUR ROLE
Purchaser of PVC pipe for your personal or business use.
YOUR SUPPLIER
Any retailer, wholesaler, or distributor. Purchases directly from a converter (i.e., manufacturer) are not eligible.
YOUR PURCHASE WINDOW
Pipe purchased on or after January 1, 2019.
PRODUCT TYPE
Rigid PVC pipe of any color (white, grey, blue, green, purple, etc.), for any application (plumbing, electrical, water, etc.).
HOW IT WORKS
Three simple steps. Free to start, no obligation, and no fee unless we recover on your behalf.
SUBMIT YOUR INFO
TAKES LESS THAN 2 MINUTES. NO OBLIGATION.
ATTORNEY CONTACTS YOU
A SCOTT+SCOTT ATTORNEY WILL REACH OUT WITHIN 1 BUSINESS DAY.
JOIN THE CASE
IF YOU QUALIFY, WE HANDLE EVERYTHING.
THE CASE AND WHY IT MATTERS
The price of PVC pipe skyrocketed during the COVID-19 pandemic but never fell back to normal levels. Scott+Scott is working with affected consumers and businesses to recover for the harm caused.
WHAT'S HAPPENING
Since at least 2019, major U.S. converters appear to have illegally coordinated about PVC pipe production and pricing by conspiring with each other and industry pricing reporting services – driving the price of PVC pipe up to unprecedented levels.
THE RED FLAGS
- Prices of PVC pipe more than doubled after 2020, and converter profits rose nearly 400%.
- Major U.S. converters have been accused of coordinating their pricing through an industry publication PVC & Pipe Weekly, which publisher OPIS discontinued shortly after our lawsuit was filed.
- The United States Department of Justice has confirmed a criminal price-fixing investigation into the activity alleged.
- When converters coordinate, competition ceases. Purchasers of PVC pipe pay the price.
THE BOTTOM LINE
If the conduct occurred as described, it violated federal antitrust law. Scott+Scott is pursing recovery on a contingency fee basis – you pay nothing unless there is a recovery.
Past case results
Scott+Scott has a proven record of recovering significant sums for clients in antitrust matters.
MEET OUR LEAD COUNSEL
Karin Garvey
Karin Garvey represents victims of anticompetitive conduct in a wide variety of antitrust cases—from price fixing to monopolization to market allocation—and has frequently been appointed as lead or co-lead counsel. Karin is regularly asked to participate on panels at class action and antitrust conferences, and she has published multiple articles on antitrust issues.
View Full BioAnswers to the most common questions about this case
Answers to the most common questions about this case
+How much does this cost me?
Nothing. Scott+Scott pursues this matter on a contingency-fee basis – you pay nothing unless we recover on your behalf.
+Do I need documents or invoices to join?
No — you do not need receipts or invoices to get started. Providing even basic documentation (a single receipt or purchase order) can help confirm your eligibility, but it is not required to submit your information for a free case review. A Scott+Scott attorney will discuss what documentation will be needed as the case develops.
+How long will the case take?
Federal antitrust class actions of this complexity typically take several years from filing to resolution. Scott+Scott will keep clients informed of significant case developments throughout the process. In the meantime, there is no ongoing obligation on your part.
+What information will Scott+Scott ask for?
To evaluate your potential claim, we will ask for basic information about your pipe purchases since January 1, 2019, and your preferred contact information. All information is kept strictly confidential.
+Is my submission confidential?
Yes. All information you provide to Scott+Scott is strictly confidential and protected by the attorney-client relationship. It will be used solely to evaluate your potential participation in the case and will not be shared with third parties without your consent.
+What compensation could I receive?
Under federal law, victims of antitrust violations proven at trial can recover three times the amount they were overcharged as a result of the violation — the difference between the price they paid and the price they would have paid in a competitive market. In addition, victims can recover their attorneys’ fees and costs.
+What is a class action lawsuit?
A class action allows many individuals and businesses with similar claims to pursue a case together as a group. Rather than each consumer filing separately against some of the largest corporations in the world, a class action pools resources and levels the playing field.
+What happens after I submit my information?
After you submit the form, a Scott+Scott attorney or intake specialist will review your information and contact you to discuss your potential claim. You may be asked for additional details about your purchasing history. There is no obligation to proceed, and the initial review is completely free.