Mejias v Goya Foods
All truck drivers who performed work for Goya in New Jersey and were designated as independent contractors or owner operators between July 18, 2013 and February 1, 2024, excluding those who signed Arbitration Agreements with Goya as of February 1, 2024.
All truck drivers who performed work for Goya in New Jersey and were designated as independent contractors or owner operators between July 18, 2013 and February 1, 2024, excluding those who signed Arbitration Agreements with Goya as of February 1, 2024. Checked against the official settlement source by SettleSignal on July 4, 2026.
⏳ Claim deadline not listed here yet — confirm the official filing deadline on the settlement site before relying on it.
📄 Proof requirement not specified here — check the official site for what documentation, if any, a claim needs.
Who may qualify
You self-certify the basics when you file — the settlement administrator makes the final eligibility decision.
All truck drivers who performed work for Goya in New Jersey and were designated as independent contractors or owner operators between July 18, 2013 and February 1, 2024, excluding those who signed Arbitration Agreements with Goya as of February 1, 2024.
This summary is based on available official settlement sources. The settlement administrator determines eligibility and payment approval.
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Proof requirements
Proof requirement is currently marked as Unknown.
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1Confirm you are within the eligible group described in the official notice — the settlement administrator determines eligibility.
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2Gather any documents the official form asks for — this settlement marks proof as Unknown.
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3Open the official claim form or settlement website.
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4Submit accurate information through the official settlement administrator or government source.
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5Save your confirmation number if one is provided, then watch the payment status for distribution updates.
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- Eligibility the official settlement website · Jun 16, 2026
- Official claim link the official settlement website · Jul 4, 2026
- Court case the official settlement website · Jul 4, 2026
- Payment status the official settlement website · Jun 22, 2026
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Eligibility summary
All truck drivers who performed work for Goya in New Jersey and were designated as independent contractors or owner operators between July 18, 2013 and February 1, 2024, excluding those who signed Arbitration Agreements with Goya as of February 1, 2024.
Verified Jun 16, 2026 · against the official settlement website
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Payment status
Final approval pending
Verified Jun 22, 2026 · against the official settlement website
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Court
United States District Court for the District of New Jersey
Verified Jun 22, 2026 · against the official settlement website
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Official claim URL
www.newjerseygoyadriversettlement.com
Verified Jul 4, 2026 · against the official settlement website
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Class period start
July 18, 2013
Verified Jun 22, 2026 · against the official settlement website
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Class period end
February 1, 2024
Verified Jun 22, 2026 · against the official settlement website
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Court case number
2:20-cv-12365-BRM-JRA
Verified Jul 4, 2026 · against the official settlement website
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Case name
Mejias, et al., v. Goya Foods, Inc. et al
Verified Jul 4, 2026 · against the official settlement website
Common questions
Is the Mejias v Goya Foods settlement legitimate?
Yes — the Mejias v Goya Foods settlement is a real claims process that SettleSignal tracks from its official source. It proceeds under case 2:20-cv-12365-BRM-JRA in United States District Court for the District of New Jersey. File only through the official settlement website (www.newjerseygoyadriversettlement.com); a genuine settlement administrator never charges a fee to file. SettleSignal last checked this record against the official source on July 4, 2026. Always confirm the current details on the official site before filing.
Who may qualify for this settlement?
All truck drivers who performed work for Goya in New Jersey and were designated as independent contractors or owner operators between July 18, 2013 and February 1, 2024, excluding those who signed Arbitration Agreements with Goya as of February 1, 2024.
What is the current payment status?
Current payment status: Final approval pending. Payments are issued by the administrator after the court process concludes.
When will Mejias v Goya Foods pay out?
Current payment status: Final approval pending. Class-action payouts typically begin only after final approval and any appeals. See our payout timeline guide.
Where is the official Mejias v Goya Foods 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.
Where to act
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Disclaimer
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