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Aqua Illinois University Park Water Settlement
University Park, Illinois residents affected by lead-contaminated drinking water from Aqua Illinois can claim compensation up to $30,000+ through July 6, 2026.
$12.5 million total pool distributed to approved claims. Individual payouts vary: residential noneconomic damages up to $1,000-$2,000; personal injury claims up to $30,045 with documentation; business damages vary by loss type. Payments reduced by attorney fees (up to 35%), administrative costs (variable), and expenses (max $550,000).
Who may qualify
You are eligible if you received water from Aqua Illinois' University Park system OR were subject to a 'Do Not Consume' or 'Lead Advisory' notice between December 9, 2017 and July 10, 2024. This includes homeowners, renters (if paying for water), and business customers.
Persons or entities who received water from Aqua Illinois' University Park, Illinois public water system or were subject to 'Do Not Consume' notices or 'Lead Advisory' notices between December 9, 2017 and July 10, 2024.
This summary is based on available official settlement sources. The settlement administrator determines eligibility and payment approval.
Important dates
- Claim deadline
- July 6, 2026
- Exclusion deadline
- July 6, 2026
- Objection deadline
- July 6, 2026
Proof requirements
Proof requirement is currently marked as Yes.
Review the official claim form before submitting any information.
What you need
Submit completed Claim Form with supporting documentation (receipts for expenses up to stated limits; medical records for personal injury claims exceeding base amounts; proof of address to verify eligibility during the contamination period Dec 9, 2017-July 10, 2024).
How do I file a claim for this settlement?
File directly with Class-Settlement.com via the official claim form before July 6, 2026.
- Confirm you are within the eligible group described in the official notice — the settlement administrator determines eligibility.
- Gather any documents the official form asks for — this settlement marks proof as Yes.
- Open the official claim form or settlement website run by Class-Settlement.com.
- Submit accurate information through the official settlement administrator or government source before July 6, 2026.
- Save your confirmation number if one is provided, then watch the payment status for distribution updates.
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Common questions
Who may qualify for this settlement?
Persons or entities who received water from Aqua Illinois' University Park, Illinois public water system or were subject to 'Do Not Consume' notices or 'Lead Advisory' notices between December 9, 2017 and July 10, 2024.
What is the claim deadline?
The claim deadline is July 6, 2026. Confirm the current deadline on the official settlement source before filing.
Do I need proof to claim?
Proof requirement: Yes. The settlement administrator determines what documentation, if any, is required.
What is the current payment status?
Current payment status: Unknown. Payments are issued by the administrator after the court process concludes.
When will Aqua Illinois University Park Water Settlement pay out?
Current payment status: Unknown. Class-action payouts typically begin only after final approval and any appeals. See our payout timeline guide.
Where is the official Aqua Illinois University Park Water Settlement claim form?
The official claim form is hosted by the settlement administrator, Class-Settlement.com. Use the 'Open official claim form' button on this page — never pay a fee to file.
How much money will I receive?
Amounts vary. Residential: $1,000-$2,000 noneconomic damages. Out-of-pocket: up to $110-$175 without receipts, more with proof. Medical claims: $155-$30,045 based on condition and documentation. Actual payout depends on number of approved claims.
What counts as proof of damages?
For expenses: receipts for water, filters, or medical bills. For medical claims: doctor records, lab results (blood lead testing), or medical bills. For lost income: pay stubs or financial records. Base amounts allowed without documentation (up to $110-$175).
I am renting an apartment. Am I eligible?
Yes, if you paid for water as part of rent or utilities, or if your landlord paid and you lived there during the contamination period (Dec 9, 2017-July 10, 2024).
When is the claim deadline?
July 6, 2026. Claims must be submitted online or postmarked by this date. As of June 2026, claims are still being accepted.
How do I submit my claim?
Online at class-settlement.com or download a PDF form and mail to: PO Box 9009, Hicksville, NY 11802-9009. You can also call 877-268-2976 for assistance.
Where to act
When you are ready, you open the official claim form yourself. SettleSignal does not file claims or determine eligibility.
Use the official settlement administrator or government source.
Listed on the official settlement website (Class-Settlement.com).
Disclaimer
This service summarizes publicly available settlement information and links to official settlement sources. We are not a law firm, do not provide legal advice, do not submit claims on your behalf, and do not determine eligibility or payout approval. Only file a claim if the information you provide is accurate.
Change log
- June 9, 2026 — Settlement published after verification.