Washington AG cries fowl, but poultry payout for chicken price-fixing ruffles some feathers

Settlement money of $460,000 from a major antitrust lawsuit may seem like chicken feed to some people. But consider that these funds are being added to a pool worth millions, which, in turn, is being divvied up and sent to Washington residents.

“As a result of corporate greed and illegal price-fixing, Washingtonians paid more for chicken without realizing it,” said Washington State Attorney General Bob Ferguson in a statement. “We are holding accountable those responsible, and getting money back to Washington families who were most harmed. We will continue to serve as a force for economic justice for Washingtonians.”