Grubhub Class Action Settlements in California

All Grubhub class action lawsuits and settlements available to California residents.

California residents have 2 active class action settlements involving Grubhub that they can file claims for right now. Open settlements include $24.75M Grubhub Driver California Independent Contractor Misclassification, $5M Grubhub delivery fees class action settlement.

Combined maximum payouts across all Grubhub settlements total $10. Class Action Buddy automatically files Grubhub claims for California residents in under 60 seconds — no paperwork, no mailing, no proof of purchasey/proof-of-purchase/" style="color:#5D82F2;text-decoration:none;font-weight:500;">proof of purchase needed for most settlements.

About Grubhub Class Actions in California

Grubhub has faced significant legal challenges in California, resulting in two major class action settlements totaling nearly $30 million. The Golden State's consumer protection framework includes the Unruh Civil Rights Act and strong false advertising statutes under Business and Professions Code Section 17500, which provide robust remedies for misleading business practices. California's Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA) also allows employees to sue on behalf of the state for labor violations, strengthening worker protections against misclassification. Grubhub maintains substantial California operations, including corporate offices in San Francisco and serving millions of customers across major metropolitan areas like Los Angeles, San Diego, and the Bay Area. The company's California driver network represents a significant portion of its nationwide workforce. California residents benefit from extended statute of limitations periods for certain consumer claims and streamlined class action procedures under state court rules. The state's strong pro-consumer judicial climate has historically favored plaintiffs in gig economy litigation, as evidenced by landmark cases that preceded California's AB5 legislation addressing independent contractor classification.

What was the $24.75M Grubhub settlement about in California?

The $24.75 million settlement resolved claims that Grubhub misclassified its California drivers as independent contractors rather than employees. This misclassification allegedly denied drivers benefits like overtime pay, expense reimbursements, and other protections under California labor law.

How does California's AB5 law affect Grubhub drivers?

California's AB5 law, effective January 2020, established stricter criteria for classifying workers as independent contractors using the ABC test. Grubhub and similar gig companies must prove workers are free from company control, perform work outside the company's usual business, and are engaged in independently established trades.

What was the $5M Grubhub delivery fee settlement for?

The $5 million settlement addressed allegations that Grubhub charged misleading delivery fees to California customers. The lawsuit claimed these fees were not entirely passed to drivers as implied, violating California's consumer protection laws regarding transparent pricing practices.

Tips for California Residents Filing Grubhub Claims

California residents filing Grubhub claims should gather employment records, delivery receipts, and payment statements as documentation. The state's four-year statute of limitations for wage claims provides extended filing windows compared to other states. Monitor court-approved settlement websites for claim deadlines, as California courts often require detailed notice procedures. Keep records of all app-based work performed within California boundaries, as multi-state drivers may qualify for California-specific protections. Consider consulting attorneys familiar with California's PAGA claims, which can provide additional remedies beyond federal class actions. File claims promptly even if settlement amounts seem small, as California settlements often include injunctive relief requiring improved business practices.

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