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Job seeker who applied at Potbelly Sandwich Works LLC in Washington between Jan. 1, 2023, and Nov. 13, 2023, may qualify to claim at least $317.85 from a class action settlement.
Potbelly agreed to pay up to $2.71 million to settle a class action lawsuit alleging it did not include required wage, salary and benefits information in job postings as required by Washington state law.
Who is eligible for a Potbelly payout?
Class members must meet all of the following criteria:
- They applied for a job with Potbelly Sandwich Works LLC in the state of Washington.
- They submitted their application between Jan. 1, 2023, and Nov. 13, 2023.
- The job posting they responded did not disclose the wage scale or salary range and/or a general description of benefits or other compensation for the position.
How much is the Washington job posting payment?
Pro Rata Payment: Eligible class members who submit a valid claim form will receive an equal share of the settlement fund. The settlement fund has a minimum of $1,688,940 and a maximum of $2,706,000. The estimated minimum payment is $317.85 per class member, but the final amount could be as high as $5,000, depending on how many valid claims are submitted and the total settlement fund available.
How to claim a Potbelly class action rebate
Class members must download, print, complete and mail the PDF claim form to the settlement administrator. Claims must be postmarked no later than Aug. 4, 2025.
Settlement administrator's mailing address: ILYM Group, Inc., P.O. Box 2031, Tustin, CA 92781
Class members whose address or contact information changes after they submit a claim should notify the settlement administrator to ensure they receive your payment.
Required information
Claimants must provide their Social Security number for tax reporting purposes.
Payout options
Settlement payments will be mailed as paper checks to the address provided on the claim form.
$2.71 million Washington job posting settlement fund breakdown
The settlement fund of up to $2,706,000 covers:.
- Settlement administration costs: Up to $20,000
- Attorneys' fees: Up to $811,800
- Attorneys' expenses: Up to $10,000
- Service award to class representative: $15,000
- Payments to eligible class members: The remainder of the fund
Important dates
- Claim deadline: Aug. 4, 2025
- Final approval hearing: Oct. 10, 2025
When is the Potbelly Sandwich Works settlement payout date?
Payments will be mailed to eligible class members after the court grants final approval and the settlement becomes final.
Why did this class action settlement happen?
The class action lawsuit alleged Potbelly Sandwich Works LLC failed to include required pay and benefits information in its Washington job postings as mandated by the Washington Equal Pay and Opportunities Act. The company denies any wrongdoing, but both sides agreed to settle to avoid the uncertainty and expense of ongoing litigation.
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