If you worked as a nonexempt retail store employee for Banana Republic or The Gap in California between Oct. 27, 2022, and July 4, 2025, you may be entitled to a payment from a $1.95 million class action settlement.
The settlement resolves claims that Banana Republic LLC and The Gap Inc. violated California labor laws involving wages, meal and rest breaks, wage statements, expense reimbursements, and other employment-related issues.
What happened?
The lawsuit alleged that Banana Republic LLC and The Gap Inc. failed to comply with various California labor laws, including claims involving:
- Unpaid minimum wages and overtime
- Missed meal and rest breaks
- Inaccurate wage statements
- Unreimbursed business expenses
- Late wage payments
- Sick pay violations
- Related labor law penalties
Who is eligible?
You may be included in the settlement if you:
- Worked for Banana Republic LLC or The Gap Inc.
- Were a nonexempt retail store employee
- Worked in California
- Worked at any time between Oct. 27, 2022, and July 4, 2025
Even employees who worked only a single day during the class period may be included.
How much money can you get?
Payments will vary based on the number of pay periods worked during the class period. Eligible workers may receive:
- A class settlement payment based on their qualifying pay periods
- An additional PAGA payment if they qualify as an aggrieved employee during the PAGA period
The settlement administrator will calculate each person’s share using payroll records and the total number of qualifying pay periods worked by participating class members. The net settlement fund available to workers is estimated to be at least $1,132,000 after court-approved deductions.
Your options
| Option | What It Means | Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Do Nothing | If you are identified as a class member, you will automatically receive a payment if the settlement receives final approval. No claim form is required. | No action required |
| Update Your Address | If you have moved, contact the settlement administrator to make sure your payment reaches you. | As soon as possible |
| Dispute Pay Period Information | If you believe the number of pay periods credited to you is incorrect, you may submit a written dispute with supporting documentation. | July 21, 2026 |
| Request Exclusion (Opt Out) | Remove yourself from the settlement and give up any payment. | July 21, 2026 |
| Final Approval Hearing | The court will decide whether to grant final approval of the settlement. | Nov. 9, 2026 |
How to file a claim?
Good news: No claim form is required.
If the company’s records identify you as a class member, the settlement administrator will automatically mail a check to your address on file after final approval.
If your mailing address has changed, contact the settlement administrator promptly.
Settlement Administrator
Weitz v. Banana Republic Settlement
c/o Atticus Administration
PO Box 64053
St. Paul, MN 55164
Email: [email protected]
Checks not cashed within 180 days will be transferred to California’s unclaimed property fund.
Settlement Snapshot
- Settlement Amount: $1,950,000
- Payment Type: Automatic check
- Claim Form Required: No
- Eligibility Period: Oct. 27, 2022 – July 4, 2025
- Estimated Payment: Varies based on pay periods worked
Think you’re included? Review your settlement notice, verify your address is current, and make sure any pay period disputes are submitted before the deadline.
