Earthgrains Distribution $17.5M California IBP Settlement

Earthgrains Distribution $17.5M California IBP SettlementIndividuals who contracted as an IBP with Earthgrains in California between 2018 and 2026 may be eligible to claim a cash settlement payment.Earthgrains Distribution $17.5M California IBP SettlementWeekly NewsletterClass actions settlements delivered to your inbox.Thank you! Check your inbox for a welcome email.Oops! Something went wrong while submitting the form.Danielle TothEditorPublishedAugust 10, 2026 1:14 PMUpdatedAugust 24, 2026Join the DiscussionIndividuals who worked as an independent business partner who contracted with Earthgrains Distribution LLC or its predecessors, subsidiaries or affiliates for sales, purchasing or selling in California between June 27, 2018, and Feb. 28, 2026, may be eligible to claim a cash payment from a class action settlement.Earthgrains Distribution LLC and Bimbo Bakeries USA Inc. agreed to pay $17.5 million to settle a class action lawsuit alleging they violated California wage-and-hour laws. The claims include failure to reimburse business expenses, unlawful deductions from wages, inaccurate wage statements, unpaid overtime, missed meal and rest breaks, and other related issues.Who are the class members?Class members must meet all of the following criteria:They contracted as independent business partners with Earthgrains Distribution LLC or any of its predecessors, subsidiaries or affiliates.They performed sales in sales areas in California, purchased product in California or sold to customers in California at any time between June 27, 2018, and Feb. 28, 2026.There are two main groups within the class:Class members: All current and former IBPs during the class periodPrivate Attorneys General Act members: Those who contracted with Earthgrains or its affiliates between May 18, 2021, and Feb. 28, 2026, and are eligible for a separate PAGA penalty paymentThe settlement administrator will identify class members based on company records.