Papa John's Employee Antitrust Class Action Settlement
Current and former Papa John’s employees who worked in the U.S. between 2014 and 2021.
Settlement Closed
Who’s Eligible
- You must have been employed at a Papa John’s-branded restaurant in the United States (either corporate-owned or franchise-owned).
- You must have worked at any time between December 18, 2014, and December 31, 2021.
- You must have received more than $200 in total compensation during this period.
Eligible States
Claim Deadline
What You Need to Do to Get Paid
To file a claim, visit the official settlement website and enter the Unique ID and PIN from your mailed or emailed notice. If you do not have a notice, contact the Settlement Administrator via email or phone. You may submit the claim form online or by mail.
Settlement Payout
Class Members who submit a valid claim will receive a pro-rated share of the Net Settlement Fund. The payment amount is based on the total compensation earned by the Class Member during the Class Period compared to the total compensation earned by all claiming Class Members.
- Settlement Fund: $5,000,000
- Net Settlement Fund: Estimated $3,485,956.77 available for distribution
- Attorneys’ Fees: Up to 25% of the fund (approx. $1,250,000)
- Service Award: $5,000 to Named Plaintiff
Background of the Lawsuit
The lawsuit alleges that Papa John’s implemented ‘no-poach’ and ‘no-hire’ clauses in its franchise agreements, which restricted franchisees from hiring employees from other Papa John’s locations. The plaintiffs claim this practice limited job mobility and suppressed wages for employees in violation of antitrust laws. Papa John’s denies any wrongdoing but agreed to settle to avoid the cost and risk of litigation.
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Settlement Administrator
Papa John’s Employee Settlement, c/o A.B. Data, Ltd., P.O. Box 173013, Milwaukee, WI 53217
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