A $600 million class action settlement for the fiery train derailment in the Village of East Palestine back in February of 2023 was approved in federal court on Wednesday.

Additionally, all objections to the settlement brought forth to the court were overruled.

These objections included folks saying the attorney fees were too high at 27%, with objectors saying that fee reduces the common fund. Some also objected stating they felt like they've been forced into the class action.

Ultimately, the court overruled these objections.

Those who objected to the settlement made their voices heard outside of the courthouse.

One resident of the neighboring community of Darlington, PA identified as Tom Young told 21 News his objections was more concerned about the safety of the village going forward than money.

"It's not just about the money. It's about what happens down the road. ... [The hearing] was all about the settlement lawyers getting their money and that was it," Young said.

Young also expressed frustration that no residents were called up to the stand to testify about how they felt about the settlement.

"The judge has already made her decision on this settlement. We've all seen it, we all know it. We had no say so in this at all," Young said.

Another resident elaborated on the claims of feeling forced into the class action.

"[The attorneys] duped people into signing up. They bullied people and told people 'unless you have a million dollars to fight it on your own, this is the only money you're ever going to get.' People felt like they were backed into a corner like they didn't have a choice," the resident said.

Nearly 55,000 claims have been filed in the settlement. Court documents show that 362 households and 56 businesses, schools and other entities requested to opt out of the settlement.

Those who are excluded from the settlement can still pursue action independently.