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Big Al's $450,000 Noncompetition Class Action Settlement
By the Class Action Buddy Editorial Team · Last reviewed August 21, 2026 · ✓ verified against https://baincsettlement.com/
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Who Was Eligible?
Who the settlement covered:
- You worked for Big Al's, Inc. in Washington state.
- You earned less than twice the applicable Washington minimum hourly wage while employed there.
- You worked for the company at any point between January 1, 2020 and May 22, 2026.
- Big Al's identified roughly 180 current and former employees who meet these criteria from its own records — if you received a mailed notice, you are on that list as a likely class member.
- Didn't get a notice but think you qualify? You can still contact the settlement administrator, Simpluris, to confirm whether you're included.
How Much Did It Pay?
So what does the money actually look like? The fund is $450,000, but that's the gross number. Before anything reaches employees, the court carves out up to $25,000 for administration, $149,999 in attorneys' fees, another $5,000 in attorneys' expenses, and a $20,000 service award for the employee who brought the case. That leaves about $250,001 to split among the class. Divided across the roughly 180 people who qualify, that works out to an estimated $1,389 each. Everyone gets an equal share, so your payment doesn't depend on how long you worked there or what you earned, and the exact figure won't be locked in until the class list and any opt-outs are finalized. Checks go to the address Simpluris has on file; if they don't have a good address for you, or you request it, they can pay electronically through a service like PayPal. One catch worth remembering: you have 180 days to cash the payment, or it is turned over to Washington's unclaimed-property fund. And because the money is classified as non-wage damages, it is reported on a 1099 rather than a W-2.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.
- Look for a settlement notice in your mail. If you received one, you are already listed as a likely class member and don't need to do anything else to be paid.
- Make sure the administrator has your current mailing address. If you've moved, return the address form that came with your notice, or contact Simpluris directly.
- If you never got a notice but believe you qualify, reach the administrator, Simpluris, at info@BAIncSettlement.com or (888) 369-3780 to confirm your status.
- Read the class notice, settlement agreement, and FAQ on the official settlement website, baincsettlement.com, for full details on your legal rights.
- Only if you want to keep the right to sue Big Al's separately, or to formally object to the deal, submit your exclusion request or objection to the court by August 24, 2026. Otherwise, no action is needed.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the deadline to file a claim for the Big Al's $450,000 Noncompetition Class Action Settlement?
The deadline to file a claim was Aug 24, 2026, and it has passed. Claims are no longer accepted for this settlement.
Did I need proof of purchase for the Big Al's $450,000 Noncompetition Class Action Settlement?
No proof of purchase was required — claims could be made on a sworn statement, without receipts, photos, or product packaging.
Do I need to file a claim for the Big Al's noncompete settlement?
No. There is no claim form. The settlement administrator, Simpluris, uses Big Al's employment records to identify class members and mails payments automatically after the court grants final approval. Just make sure the administrator has your current mailing address.
Who qualifies for the Lazova-Fast v. Big Al's settlement?
Current and former employees of Big Al's, Inc. who worked in Washington state, earned less than twice the state minimum hourly wage, and were employed at any point between January 1, 2020 and May 22, 2026. About 180 people meet these criteria.
How much will class members receive?
About $250,001 of the $450,000 fund is split equally among eligible members after deductions, an estimated $1,389 per person for the roughly 180-member class. The exact amount depends on the final number of participating members.
What is the August 24, 2026 deadline for the Big Al's settlement?
August 24, 2026 is the deadline to exclude yourself (opt out) or object to the settlement, not a claim deadline. If you are a class member and do nothing, you will still receive a payment.
When will Big Al's settlement payments be sent?
Payments are expected roughly 45 days after the court grants final approval and any appeals are resolved. The final approval hearing is set for September 25, 2026 before Judge Gregory M. Gonzales in Clark County Superior Court.
What did the Big Al's lawsuit allege?
The lawsuit alleged Big Al's, Inc. violated Washington's Noncompetition Covenants Act (RCW 49.62) by imposing an outside-employment policy on employees who earned less than twice the minimum wage. Big Al's denies wrongdoing and settled to avoid further litigation.
Primary source: official settlement administrator — baincsettlement.com. The settlement details on this page were checked against the administrator’s official website.
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