$3.55M McDonald’s employee meal breaks class action settlement
By the Class Action Buddy Editorial Team · Last reviewed April 22, 2026
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Who Was Eligible?
Who the settlement covered:
- Current or former McDonald's employees who worked at locations operated by UTB Enterprises or Goldenband LLC
- Employees who took meal breaks that were interrupted or shorter than the required time
- Workers who were not compensated for these short or interrupted meal breaks
- Employment must have occurred during the relevant time period (specific dates pending)
How Much Did It Pay?
The total settlement fund is $3.55 million, which will be distributed among eligible McDonald's employees. Individual payout amounts will depend on factors such as how long you worked at the affected locations and how many short or interrupted meal breaks you experienced. Specific payout amounts per employee have not yet been disclosed and will likely vary based on individual circumstances and the total number of valid claims filed.How this claim was filed
This settlement is closed, so the steps below are kept for reference only — they no longer lead anywhere you can file.
- Gather employment records from your time working at McDonald's locations operated by UTB Enterprises or Goldenband LLC
- Collect documentation of your work schedule and meal break periods if available
- Review the settlement notice when it becomes available to confirm your eligibility
- Complete and submit the required claim form by the deadline
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the deadline to file a claim for the $3.55M McDonald’s employee meal breaks class action settlement?
The deadline to file a claim was Mar 08, 2026, and it has passed. Claims are no longer accepted for this settlement.
How much can I receive from the $3.55M McDonald’s employee meal breaks class action settlement?
The maximum payout per eligible claimant is up to $872. Actual payments may be lower depending on the total number of valid claims filed and the available settlement fund.
Did I need documentation for the $3.55M McDonald’s employee meal breaks class action settlement?
Yes — this settlement required supporting documentation, and the official claim form set out what counted.
Which McDonald's locations are included in this settlement?
The settlement covers McDonald's locations operated by UTB Enterprises and Goldenband LLC franchisees. Specific restaurant locations will be listed in the settlement notice when it becomes available.
What counts as a short or interrupted meal break?
This typically includes meal breaks where you were called back to work before your break was complete, had to remain on duty during your break, or took breaks shorter than the legally required time. The exact definition will be detailed in the settlement terms.
How much money can I expect from this McDonald's settlement?
Individual payouts from the $3.55 million settlement fund will vary based on factors like your length of employment and the number of affected meal breaks. Specific amounts will be determined once all eligible claims are reviewed.
Primary source: the official settlement administrator’s website named in the court-approved class notice. We track this settlement from public settlement-notice sources; a single official administrator claim URL was not on file, so confirm the details on the official settlement website before you file.
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