Grubhub driver misclassification
If you drove deliveries for Grubhub in California anytime between December 3, 2014, and March 13, 2026, you can get a cash payment from a $24.75 million settlement. You must file a claim by June 18, 2026 — it's not automatic.
$24,750,000.00 total settlement; individual minimum $25, amounts vary based on miles driven
Grubhub is paying $24,750,000 total. Your individual share depends on how the fund is divided among everyone who files a valid claim — the exact per-person amount isn't fixed yet.
Official site: www.grubhubcalsettlement.com
Who may qualify
You qualify if you signed up with Grubhub as an independent contractor to offer delivery services and completed at least one delivery in California between December 3, 2014, and March 13, 2026.
Official eligibility wording
Drivers who used the Grubhub mobile application as delivery drivers between December 3, 2014, and March 13, 2026 and completed at least one delivery in California qualify as potential class members.
This summary is based on available official settlement sources. The settlement administrator determines eligibility and payment approval.
New to the terms? Plain-English: claim deadline, proof of purchase, administrator, pro rata.
Important dates
- Claim deadline
- June 18, 2026 (closed)
- Exclusion deadline
- June 18, 2026 (passed)
Proof requirements
Proof requirement is currently marked as No.
Review the official claim form before submitting any information.
What you need
Submit a claim form online at grubhubcalsettlement.com, by email, or by mail. You'll need your Notice ID and PIN. No proof of deliveries is required — just your identifying information. Mail-in forms must be postmarked by June 18, 2026.
How do I file a claim for this settlement?
This record no longer has an open public claim form — confirm the current status and any next steps on the official source.
- Confirm you are within the eligible group described in the official notice — the settlement administrator determines eligibility.
- Gather any documents the official form asks for — this settlement marks proof as No.
- Open the official claim form or settlement website.
- Submit accurate information through the official settlement administrator or government source before June 18, 2026.
- Save your confirmation number if one is provided, then watch the payment status for distribution updates.
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How we verified this record
- Claim deadline the official settlement website · Jun 20, 2026
- Payout details the official settlement website · Jun 19, 2026
- Eligibility the official settlement website · Jun 19, 2026
- Proof requirement the official settlement website · Jun 19, 2026
- Official claim link the official settlement website · Jun 19, 2026
- Court case the official settlement website · Jun 20, 2026
- Payment status the official settlement website · Jun 20, 2026
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Claim deadline
June 18, 2026
Verified Jun 20, 2026 · against the official settlement website
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Eligibility summary
Drivers who used the Grubhub mobile application as delivery drivers between December 3, 2014, and March 13, 2026 and completed at least one delivery in California qualify as potential class members.
Verified Jun 19, 2026 · against the official settlement website
Drivers who "used the Grubhub mobile application as delivery drivers between December 3, 2014, and March 13, 2026" qualify as potential class members.
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Proof requirement
No
Verified Jun 19, 2026 · against the official settlement website
Submitting a claim means releasing specified legal claims against Grubhub, including FLSA claims, unless you opt out by the deadline.
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Payment status
Claim period open
Verified Jun 20, 2026 · against the official settlement website
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Estimated payout
$24,750,000.00 total settlement; individual minimum $25, amounts vary based on miles driven
Verified Jun 19, 2026 · against the official settlement website
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Court
United States District Court for the Northern District of California
Verified Jun 20, 2026 · against the official settlement website
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Official claim URL
www.grubhubcalsettlement.com
Verified Jun 19, 2026 · against the official settlement website
If you are a Class Member and wish to receive a cash payment then you must submit a claim form by June 18, 2026.
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Opt-out deadline
June 18, 2026
Verified Jun 20, 2026 · against the official settlement website
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Class period start
December 3, 2014
Verified Jun 20, 2026 · against the official settlement website
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Class period end
March 13, 2026
Verified Jun 20, 2026 · against the official settlement website
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Court case number
15-cv-05128 JSC
Verified Jun 20, 2026 · against the official settlement website
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Case name
Lawson v. Grubhub Holdings Inc.
Verified Jun 20, 2026 · against the official settlement website
Case Name: Lawson v. Grubhub Holdings Inc.
Common questions
Is the Grubhub driver misclassification settlement legitimate?
Yes — the Grubhub driver misclassification settlement is a real claims process that SettleSignal tracks from its official source. It proceeds under case 15-cv-05128 JSC in United States District Court for the Northern District of California. File only through the official settlement website (www.grubhubcalsettlement.com); a genuine settlement administrator never charges a fee to file. SettleSignal last checked this record against the official source on June 20, 2026. Always confirm the current details on the official site before filing.
Who may qualify for this settlement?
Drivers who used the Grubhub mobile application as delivery drivers between December 3, 2014, and March 13, 2026 and completed at least one delivery in California qualify as potential class members.
What is the claim deadline?
The claim deadline is June 18, 2026. Confirm the current deadline on the official settlement source before filing.
Do I need proof to claim?
Proof requirement: No. The settlement administrator determines what documentation, if any, is required.
What is the current payment status?
Current payment status: Claim period open. Payments are issued by the administrator after the court process concludes.
When will Grubhub driver misclassification pay out?
Current payment status: Claim period open. Class-action payouts typically begin only after final approval and any appeals. See our payout timeline guide.
Where is the official Grubhub driver misclassification claim form?
The official claim form is hosted by the settlement administrator. Use the 'Open official claim form' button on this page — never pay a fee to file.
What's the deadline to file?
June 18, 2026. That applies whether you file online, by email, or by mail (mail must be postmarked by that date).
What if I can't find my Notice ID and PIN?
Email info@GrubhubCalSettlement.com with your full name and mailing address. The administrator will send them to you.
Do I need to show records of my deliveries?
No proof is required. You just need to submit the claim form with your Notice ID and PIN.
What happens if I don't file a claim?
You won't get any money, but you'll still be part of the settlement class and give up your right to sue Grubhub separately over these issues. Filing is the only way to get paid.
Can I opt out entirely?
Yes. If you want to keep your right to pursue your own lawsuit or arbitration against Grubhub, you can exclude yourself by sending a letter to the administrator by June 18, 2026. If you opt out, you get no money from this settlement.
Where to act
When you are ready, you open the official claim form yourself. SettleSignal does not file claims or determine eligibility.
Listed on the official settlement website.
Disclaimer
This service summarizes publicly available settlement information and links to official settlement sources. We are not a law firm, do not provide legal advice, do not submit claims on your behalf, and do not determine eligibility or payout approval. Only file a claim if the information you provide is accurate.
Change log
- June 21, 2026 — Settlement published after verification.
- June 20, 2026 — Verified field details updated from an official source.
- June 19, 2026 — Verified field details updated from an official source.