On October 27, 2021, Partner Charles J. Kocher obtained final approval from a federal court to the $3.15 million class action settlement to Tastykake drivers, which will provide substantial class relief to nearly 300 class members in PA, NJ, and MD to resolve claims that they were unlawfully misclassified as independent contractors and incurred unlawful deductions from their pay.
The court noted that “Class counsel are qualified and experienced advocates in class litigation, including employment litigation, and demonstrated their skills….”
“Apart from resolving this class action, the settlement might serve as a warning to companies who may be improperly classifying their workers as independent contractors to avoid the benefits of wage laws.” –Charles Kocher, Esq.