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March 8, 2021
The parties in a class action against Walgreens alleging that the company did not provide pharmacists with off-duty breaks are proposing a settlement of $6.8 million, with approximately $3.8 million distributed among class members.
The settlement class includes 4,629 members, all pharmacists employed by Walgreens during the class period, July 27, 2014, through the settlement approval date or March 14, whichever comes first, the settlement explained.
Named plaintiff Marcie Le filed the original complaint in the Central District of California on July 27, 2018, alleging five causes of action against Walgreens: “failure to provide rest and meal periods or premium pay in lieu thereof … (2) failure to provide complete and accurate wage statements … (3) failure to pay earned wages when due … (4) failure to maintain accurate records … and (5) unfair business practices.” The first amended complaint added a named plaintiff, Karen Dao, who brought another cause of action pursuant to the California Labor Code Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA).