Aqua Illinois $12.5 Million University Park Water Settlement

Yes — the Aqua Illinois $12.5 Million University Park Water settlement is a real claims process that SettleSignal tracks from its official source. It proceeds under case 25-cv-2522 in United States District Court for the Northern District of Illinois, Eastern Division. File only through the official settlement website (www.class-settlement.com); a genuine settlement administrator never charges a fee to file. SettleSignal last checked this record against the official source on June 20, 2026. Always confirm the current details on the official site before filing.

Persons and entities who received water from Aqua's University Park, Illinois public water system, or were subject to the "Do Not Consume" notice or "Lead Advisory," at any time between December 9, 2017 through July 10, 2024.

The claim deadline is July 6, 2026. Confirm the current deadline on the official settlement source before filing.

Proof requirement: Unknown. The settlement administrator determines what documentation, if any, is required.

Current payment status: Final approval pending. Payments are issued by the administrator after the court process concludes.

Current payment status: Final approval pending. Class-action payouts typically begin only after final approval and any appeals. See our payout timeline guide.

The official claim form is hosted by the settlement administrator. Use the 'Open official claim form' button on this page — never pay a fee to file.

If you received water from Aqua Illinois's University Park system at any point between December 9, 2017 and July 10, 2024, you're in the class. That includes renters, homeowners, and businesses. Getting a 'Do Not Consume' or 'Lead Advisory' notice also qualifies you.

July 6, 2026. That's the cutoff to file a claim, request exclusion, or submit an objection. Miss it and you won't get a payment.

It depends on your claim type. For personal injury or business losses, you'll need supporting documentation. For a basic residential noneconomic claim, the form itself may be sufficient — check the settlement website for the full claim form requirements.

Residential claimants can receive up to $1,000–$2,000 for noneconomic damages; documented personal injury claims go up to $30,045. The actual amount depends on how many total claims are approved. Attorney fees and expenses come out of the $12.5 million fund first.

You can opt out by submitting a request for exclusion by July 6, 2026. Opting out means you won't get a payment, but you keep the right to sue Aqua Illinois on your own. If you stay in and disagree with the terms, you can submit a written objection or appear at the August 24, 2026 hearing.