If you worked as a nonexempt hourly employee for Jennmar Corp. of Virginia or related entities at Virginia manufacturing facilities, you may be eligible to receive money from a $3 million wage and hour class action settlement.
The settlement resolves claims that Jennmar allegedly failed to properly pay certain hourly employees for all time worked, including claims involving unpaid pre-shift and post-shift work and timekeeping practices that allegedly resulted in unpaid wages.
The court has not decided whether either side was right or wrong. Jennmar denies liability but agreed to settle the case to avoid the cost, risk, and delay of continued litigation.
Why does this lawsuit exist?
The lawsuit claims Jennmar failed to properly compensate certain nonexempt hourly employees for all hours worked.
The allegations include:
Unpaid pre-shift work
Unpaid post-shift work
Unpaid wages caused by timekeeping practices
The settlement is intended to resolve these claims without going through a trial.
Who qualifies for the settlement?
You may be included if you worked as a nonexempt hourly employee for Jennmar Corp. or related entities at Virginia manufacturing facilities during the applicable settlement periods.
The settlement includes three groups:
| Settlement Group | Who may qualify? |
|---|---|
| Virginia Wage Class | Employees who worked for Jennmar or related entities in Virginia as a nonexempt hourly employee from April 12, 2018, through February 10, 2026, and meet the court-approved class definition. |
| Breach of Contract Class | Employees who worked for Jennmar or related entities in Virginia as a nonexempt hourly employee from April 12, 2016, through February 10, 2026, and meet the court-approved class definition. |
| FLSA Class | Employees who previously submitted a written consent to join the lawsuit under the Fair Labor Standards Act. |
The settlement administrator will determine eligibility using Jennmar’s payroll and timekeeping records.
How much money can you receive?
Jennmar agreed to pay $3,000,000 to settle the lawsuit.
After deductions for attorneys’ fees, litigation expenses, settlement administration costs, and service awards, approximately $1,705,844.49 is estimated to remain for eligible class members.
The settlement funds are divided as follows:
| Fund | Amount |
| Virginia Wage Class Fund | $1,446,842.20 |
| Breach of Contract Class Fund | $200,986.25 |
| FLSA Class Fund | $58,016.04 |
Your payment will depend on:
Your employment history with Jennmar
The number of eligible class members in your group
The allocation plan approved by the court
If you qualify for more than one settlement group, you may receive payments from multiple funds.
What are your options?
Your choices affect your rights under the settlement.
| Option | What happens? | Deadline |
| Do Nothing | You do not need to submit a claim form. If you are eligible and do not opt out, you will automatically receive your settlement payment after court approval. You will also be bound by the settlement and related releases. | No action required |
| Exclude Yourself From the Settlement | You can choose not to participate in the settlement by submitting an exclusion request. | August 3, 2026 |
| Object to the Settlement | Eligible class members can submit an objection to the proposed settlement. | August 3, 2026 |
| Attend the Final Approval Hearing | You may attend the court’s fairness hearing regarding final approval of the settlement. | August 24, 2026 |
Do you need to file a claim?
No.
There is no online claim form or downloadable claim form required for this settlement.
Eligible class members who do not opt out will automatically receive payment after the settlement is approved and becomes effective.
If your address has changed, contact the settlement administrator to make sure your payment reaches you.
Settlement administrator:
Jennmar Wage Settlement Administrator
1650 Arch St., Suite 2210
Philadelphia, PA 19103
Phone: 800-384-4310
Email: [email protected]
How will payments be sent?
Payments will be mailed by check.
Each class member’s payment will be split into two checks:
One check for wages (subject to payroll taxes)
One check for nonwage compensation (not subject to payroll taxes)
Checks will expire 150 days after the effective date of the settlement.
