$10.8M Jackson Hewitt No-Poach Class Action Settlement

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Total Payout: $10,800,000

What is the Jackson Hewitt No-Poach Class Action Settlement?

Jackson Hewitt, a leading tax preparation company, has agreed to a $10.8 million settlement in response to a class-action lawsuit alleging anti-competitive practices. The lawsuit claimed that Jackson Hewitt and its franchisees entered into “no-poach” agreements, preventing them from hiring each other’s employees.

Jackson Hewitt Class Action Overview

  • Allegations: Jackson Hewitt was accused of limiting job mobility and suppressing wages for tax preparers by restricting hiring practices between its franchises and corporate offices.
  • Settlement Amount: The company will pay $10.8 million, reflecting 100% of the estimated damages determined by the plaintiffs’ expert.
  • Class Members: Approximately 30,000 tax preparers who worked at company-owned Jackson Hewitt locations from December 20, 2014, to July 3, 2024, are eligible for compensation.
  • Legal Basis: The lawsuit alleged violations of Section 1 of the Sherman Antitrust Act.

Total Settlement Amount

The total settlement amount is $10,800,000.

How Do I Qualify for a Payout?

You may qualify if you held a tax preparer position at any

location in the U.S. between December 20, 2014, and July 3, 2024.

How Much Can I Get Paid?

The settlement funds will be distributed to Settlement Class Members on a pro rata basis, determined by their regular earnings for hours worked as tax preparers during the Settlement Class Period.

How to File a Claim

You do not need to file a claim to be included in the Settlement Class. By taking no action, you will remain in the Settlement Class and receive a payment from the settlement fund if it is approved.

Claim Form Website: [Jackson Hewitt Employee Settlement]

Please be aware that your claim form will be rejected if it contains fraudulent information. By submitting your information and your sworn statement of its accuracy, you are agreeing to do so under penalty of perjury. Submitting false information not only jeopardizes your claim but also affects others who are genuinely eligible for the settlement. If you are uncertain about your eligibility for this class action settlement, please visit the class action administrator’s website for more information. Note that NoProofClassActions.org participates in the Amazon affiliate advertising program, and this post may include affiliate links, which could result in us earning a commission if you make a purchase through those links.