$4.5M Hearthside Illinois Child
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Who Is Eligible?
You may be eligible to file a claim if you:
- You worked at a Hearthside Food Solutions facility located in Illinois
- You were under the age of 16 at the time you worked there
- Your payout will be calculated based on the number of weeks you worked while under 16 — more weeks worked means a larger share
- Parents or guardians may be able to file on behalf of a minor child who worked at a Hearthside Illinois plant
How Much Can You Get?
The total settlement fund is $4.5 million. Individual payouts are not a flat amount — instead, each eligible worker receives a proportional share based on how many weeks they worked at a Hearthside Illinois facility while under the age of 16. Workers who were employed for more weeks will receive a larger portion of the fund. Exact payout amounts are not yet publicly available, as the final amount each person receives will depend on how many total claims are filed. However, with a $4.5 million fund and a workforce of potentially hundreds of affected young workers, the individual payments could be meaningful. Filing your claim ensures you don't miss out on your share.How to File Your Claim
Filing your claim is quick and easy:
- Confirm you worked at a Hearthside Food Solutions plant in Illinois while you were under 16 years old
- Gather any documentation you may have related to your employment, such as pay stubs, W-2 forms, or records showing your dates of employment and age at the time (proof requirements are not fully confirmed, but having records ready is a good idea)
- Visit the official settlement website or claim form page for Hearthside Illinois Child Labor Assurance to submit your information
- Submit your claim before the November 20, 2026 deadline
- Download the Class Action Buddy app to get step-by-step help filing this claim and to discover other settlements you may qualify for
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How do I file a claim for the $4.5M Hearthside Illinois Child?
You have two options: (1) Use the free Class Action Buddy mobile app — set up your profile once and the app auto-fills the PDF claim form, captures your signature, and submits the claim by mail on your behalf. (2) File directly with the settlement administrator using the official claim form linked on this page.
Who qualifies for the Hearthside Food Solutions child labor settlement?
Anyone who worked at a Hearthside Food Solutions facility in Illinois while they were under 16 years old may qualify. Your payout is based on how many weeks you worked while underage.
How much money will I get from the Hearthside Illinois settlement?
There's no fixed dollar amount per person. The $4.5 million fund is divided proportionally among eligible claimants based on the number of weeks each person worked at a Hearthside Illinois plant while under age 16. The more weeks you worked, the larger your share.
What is the deadline to file a claim for the Hearthside Food Solutions settlement?
The deadline to file a claim is November 20, 2026. While that gives you some time, it's a good idea to file as soon as possible so you don't forget.
Can a parent file a claim on behalf of their child for the Hearthside settlement?
It's likely that parents or guardians can file on behalf of a minor child who was employed at a Hearthside Illinois facility while underage, but you should check the official settlement claim form for specific instructions on filing for a minor.
Do I need proof of employment to file a Hearthside child labor claim?
Proof requirements haven't been fully confirmed publicly. To be safe, gather any employment records you have — like pay stubs, W-2s, or offer letters — that show when you worked at Hearthside and your age at the time.
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