Who is included in the Le Pain Quotidien Wage and Hour Settlement?

All persons who were employed by LPQ as hourly employees in New York between June 30, 2020 and December 31, 2024.

What is the claim deadline?

Claims must be submitted online or postmarked by October 6, 2025.

What are my options besides filing a claim?

You may exclude yourself by October 6, 2025, object by October 6, 2025, attend the Fairness Hearing on October 27, 2025, or do nothing and give up your right to sue while receiving no payment.

How will payments be made?

Payments will be distributed in up to three installments. The first is scheduled to occur approximately 40 days after the Court's approval, with subsequent payments on or around July 20, 2026, and July 17, 2027, if needed. Payments will be distributed pro rata to all approved claimants.

$2.3M Le Pain Quotidien Wage & Hour Class Action Settlement

Q: What is the Total Settlement Amount?

The Settlement Fund totals a maximum of $2,300,000.00, from which approved claims, attorneys’ fees, expenses, service awards, and administration costs will be deducted before distribution to Class Members.

By Steve Levine

Le Pain Quotidien Wage and Hour Settlement

Updated: August 30, 2025

Claim Deadline: October 6, 2025

Payout Award: Pro Rata Share of $2.3M

Proof Required: Varies

What is this class action about?

You may be part of a new $2,300,000 class action settlement with Le Pain Quotidien (LPQ) over allegations that it failed to properly compensate hourly employees in New York for overtime and non-overtime hours, improperly paid tipped employees, and failed to provide required wage notices and statements. LPQ denies these allegations and agreed to settle to avoid the cost and uncertainty of continued litigation.

What is the Total Settlement Amount?

The Settlement Fund totals a maximum of $2,300,000.00. The money will be used to pay valid claims, settlement administration costs, attorneys’ fees, and service awards to the Named Plaintiffs.

How Do I Qualify For a Payout?

You are included in the Settlement Class if you were employed as an hourly employee at a Le Pain Quotidien restaurant in New York between June 30, 2020 and December 31, 2024.

How Much Can I Get Paid?

Each eligible claimant will receive a pro rata share of the Net Settlement Fund, depending on their number of hours worked during the class period. The fund will be allocated in two ways: 57% for employees paid with a tip credit and 43% for all hourly employees. The minimum payment is $50.

When Will I Be Paid?

The Final Approval Hearing is set for October 27, 2025. If the Court grants approval and no appeals are filed, payments will be made in up to three installments. The first is scheduled approximately 40 days after the settlement becomes final, with additional payments on or around July 20, 2026, and July 17, 2027, if needed.

How Do I File a Claim?

Submit a Claim Form by October 6, 2025 online or by mail.

- Online: Settlement Website
- By Mail: Almanzar v. LPQ USA, LLC, et al., c/o Settlement Administrator - 8735, P.O. Box 26170, Santa Ana, CA 92799

Is Proof Required to File a Claim?

No specific proof is required. The claims will be reviewed and validated by the Settlement Administrator based on your employment records. You can contact the Claims Administrator to receive a paper copy of your individual Claim Form.

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Sources

• Official Settlement Website
• LPQ Class Action Settlement Notice

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Settlement Summary
Status	Proposed Settlement
Claim Form Deadline	October 6, 2025
Settlement Amount	$2,300,000 Common Fund
Settlement Category	Employment / Wage and Hour
Estimated Payout per Person	Pro Rata Share ($50 Minimum)
Proof Required	No specific proof mentioned
Exclusion Deadline	October 6, 2025
Objection Deadline	October 6, 2025
Final Approval Hearing	October 27, 2025 — 10:00 a.m., New York Supreme Court, Nassau County
Case Number	Index No. 604206/2025
Case Title	Almanzar et al. v. LPQ USA, LLC et al.
Settlement Website	Settlement Website
Settlement Administrator	Almanzar v. LPQ USA, LLC - Simpluris