California gas billing payments: See if you're eligible

LOS ANGELES – California Drivers – You May Be Eligible for Free Money.

This came after the state reached a multimillion-dollar settlement with gas trading companies over price gouging allegations.

“Market manipulation and price gouging are illegal and unacceptable, especially in times of crisis when people are most at risk,” said Attorney General Rob Bonta. “I am proud to give money back to Californians who have been victims of gas price manipulation. As the people’s attorney, I am committed to fighting corporate greed and ensuring justice for the people of California.”

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The $50 million settlement resolved allegations that Vitol, Inc. and SK Energy Americas, Inc., along with their parent company SK Trading International, colluded to manipulate and manipulate spot market prices for California gasoline.

This settlement is in addition to a settlement of a private class action lawsuit filed in federal court.

Who is qualified?

If you purchased gasoline in Los Angeles, San Diego, Orange, Riverside, San Bernardino, Kern, Ventura, Santa Barbara, San Luis Obispo and/or Imperial Counties in California between February 20 and November 10, 2015 You may be entitled to a payment.

How do I submit a claim?

To file a claim, visit CalGasLitigation.com.