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Starbucks agreed to a $775,000 class action settlement over allegations that its COBRA notices did not meet federal requirements for clarity and completeness.

Opening soonUnited States-wideClaim deadline: Pending court decisionEstimated payout: Estimated $30-$74 per claimantClaims not open yet

About this settlement

Allegations that Starbucks COBRA notices were not clear or complete.

Starbucks agreed to pay approximately $775,000 to settle a class action lawsuit alleging its COBRA notices did not meet federal requirements for clarity and completeness. Individuals who received a COBRA notice from Starbucks between July 21, 2016, and Jan. 1, 2023, after a qualifying event and did not elect continuation coverage may qualify to submit a claim for a cash payment. The settlement class includes approximately 33,800 current and former employees and other individuals. Claimants must not be subject to Starbucks arbitration agreement.

Who qualifies

  • Participants or beneficiaries in Starbucks welfare benefits plan in the United States.
  • Received a COBRA notice from Starbucks or its third-party administrator between July 21, 2016, and Jan. 1, 2023, as a result of a qualifying event.
  • Did not elect COBRA continuation coverage after receiving the notice.
  • Not subject to Starbucks arbitration agreement.

Estimated $30-$74 per claimant

Claim deadline: Pending court decision

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