Torres v. JF RETAIL SERVICES, LLC

118 Torres vs. JF RETAIL Motion for Final Approval of Class/PAGA Settlement SERVICES, LLC The court has reviewed and considered the papers filed in support of 2022-01244519 plaintiffs’ motion for final approval of a $500,000 class action and PAGA settlement. Upon submission of a revised proposed order, as explained below, the court will grant the motion as follows:

$10,500 total for enhancement awards, i.e., $3,500.00 each to plaintiffs (i) Angelique Teddington, (ii) Dante Teddington, and (iii) Ashley Behnken;

$150,000.00 for attorneys’ fees;

$29,069.09 for litigation costs;

$12,250.00 for settlement administration costs; and

$75,000.00 total PAGA penalties ($56,250.00 to the LWDA).

Plaintiffs to submit a revised proposed order reflecting the above disbursements and all revisions identified below. Plaintiffs must also submit a redline version showing all changes.

1. The release is not effective upon the effective date. ROA 340 ¶ 9. As provided in the settlement (¶ 5), it is effective upon full funding of the settlement.

2. Delete the last sentence of proposed order (ROA 340) paragraph 14.

3. Add “and the Settlement Administrator” after “Parties” in proposed order (ROA 340) paragraph 16.

The final accounting hearing is scheduled for September 2, 2027 at 2:00 p.m. in Department CX102. Plaintiffs shall submit a final accounting report at least 16 court days before the final accounting earing regarding the status of the settlement administration. The final report must include all information necessary for the court to determine the total amount actually paid to class members and aggrieved employees and any amounts tendered to the State Controller’s Office under the unclaimed property law. If all funds are not fully and finally disbursed prior to the filing deadline, including to the State Controller, plaintiffs must request a continuance.

Plaintiffs are ordered to give notice, including to the LWDA, and to file a proof of service.