Lumondi Luminox Watch Settlement: Claim Your Warranty Extension

If you've purchased a Luminox watch within a certain time frame, you may be eligible to benefit from a recent class action settlement. This settlement addresses allegations that certain Luminox watches were marketed as durable and suitable for extreme conditions, but reportedly had a defect causing the watch faces to fog under specific temperatures. Luminox denies these allegations but has agreed to a settlement to avoid the expense and uncertainty of litigation.

Who Benefits?: All consumers nationwide who purchased or received as a gift one or more Luminox Watch series 3000/3900, 3050/3950, 3120, 3150, 3160, 3180, 3190, 3250, 3500, 3510, 3580, 3590, 3600, 3610, 3800, 3810, 7050, 7060, 7200, or 7250 with an original Lumondi Warranty Card from June 1, 2018, through November 30, 2021.

How much can I get?: Eligible class members can receive an Extended Limited Warranty and potentially a Replacement Watch benefit if certain conditions are met.

Important Dates

• Fairness Hearing: A Fairness Hearing was held on June 22, 2022, where the Court considered the settlement's fairness, reasonableness, and adequacy.
• Deadline to File a Claim: The deadline to submit a claim has passed, as it was contingent on the settlement's Effective Date, which was July 27, 2022.

Eligibility Criteria for Class Members

Class Members are those who purchased or were gifted eligible Luminox watches during the specified period. These watches were accompanied by an original Lumondi Warranty Card at the time of purchase. The settlement is designed to address the alleged fogging issue experienced by consumers under certain temperature conditions.

The settlement is inclusive, meaning that all consumers who fit the description are considered Class Members unless they took steps to exclude themselves from the settlement by the specified deadline.

• Purchasers of eligible Luminox watches with an original warranty card
• Recipients of eligible Luminox watches as gifts with an original warranty card

There are no exclusions mentioned for Class Members who meet the above criteria and did not exclude themselves by the deadline.

Settlement Award Details

Class Members are entitled to two types of benefits:

• Extended Limited Warranty: A 12-month warranty extension covering fogging issues, defined as persistent fogging of the watch crystal after exposure to temperatures below approximately 40 degrees Fahrenheit or above approximately 90 degrees Fahrenheit.
• Replacement Watch Benefit: Eligible Class Members who make two valid warranty claims under the Extended Warranty and whose watches continue to exhibit fogging issues may receive a replacement watch of the same model and color or a substantially comparable Luminox watch.

Luminox Watches Covered by the Settlement

The settlement specifically addresses issues with the following Luminox Watch series:

• 3000/3900
• 3050/3950
• 3120
• 3150
• 3160
• 3180
• 3190
• 3250
• 3500
• 3510
• 3580
• 3590
• 3600
• 3610
• 3800
• 3810
• 7050
• 7060
• 7200
• 7250

Is Proof Required to Claim the Reward?

Yes, proof is required to claim the Extended Warranty benefit. Claimants must present a valid, fully completed Official Lumondi Warranty Card or a legible, itemized receipt from a Lumondi Authorized Dealer. In the absence of these documents, a sworn certification regarding the purchase details must be provided.

How to Claim Your Award

To claim the Extended Warranty or Replacement Watch benefits, eligible Class Members must submit a valid claim form through the official settlement website. Detailed instructions and the claim submission process are provided on the website.

Claims must have been initiated before the Extended Warranty period ended, and all necessary documentation and proof of the fogging issue must have been submitted as per the claim requirements.

Understanding the Settlement Value

While the exact settlement amount is not disclosed, the benefits provided to Class Members include the Extended Limited Warranty and the Replacement Watch benefit, which aim to address and rectify the fogging issue experienced by consumers.

The settlement amount was determined through negotiations between the parties, considering the costs and risks of continued litigation versus the immediate and substantial benefits provided to the Class Members.

The Path to Settlement

The settlement was reached after extensive negotiations, including mediation sessions. The Named Plaintiff and Lumondi agreed to the settlement terms to avoid further litigation and provide timely benefits to Class Members.

Now that the settlement has been approved, eligible Class Members who have submitted valid claims will receive the agreed-upon benefits.