Stanford Health Care has recently agreed to a $10 million settlement in a class action lawsuit that alleges the healthcare giant violated California labor laws concerning meal breaks and wage statements for hourly nurses. If you worked as an hourly nurse at Stanford Health Care in California between March 4, 2018, and April 13, 2024, you may be eligible for compensation.
In this article, we’ll break down everything you need to know about the settlement, who qualifies, and how you can participate.
What is the Stanford Health Care Class Action Lawsuit?
The class action lawsuit, Veitch, et al. v. Stanford Health Care, was filed by a group of nurses who claimed that Stanford Health Care did not comply with California’s labor laws. The lawsuit focused on several key violations:
- Missed or Delayed Meal Periods: Nurses alleged they were not provided with timely meal breaks, which is a violation of state law.
- Unpaid Meal Period Premiums: For those missed or delayed meal breaks, the lawsuit claims that nurses were not compensated for the missed time.
- Inaccurate Wage Statements: The lawsuit also addresses claims that Stanford Health Care issued inaccurate wage statements, which failed to provide proper documentation of work hours, meal breaks, and other compensations.
These violations are significant because they not only impact nurses’ pay but also their overall working conditions. By agreeing to settle, Stanford Health Care aims to resolve these issues and compensate those affected.
Who is Eligible for the Stanford Health Care Class Action Settlement?
If you worked as an hourly nurse at Stanford Health Care during the class period, you may be eligible for a share of the $10 million settlement. Specifically, to qualify, you must meet the following criteria:
- Worked as an Hourly Nurse: You must have been employed as an hourly nurse in one of the following departments at Stanford Health Care: operating, peri- and post-operative, catheterization, laboratory, endoscopy, interventional radiology, or procedure room.
- Worked Between March 4, 2018, and April 13, 2024: Your employment with Stanford Health Care must have occurred during this period.
- Hourly Compensation: You must have been compensated on an hourly basis during the class period.
If you meet these criteria, you are likely eligible to receive compensation from the settlement. The exact amount you will receive will depend on the number of workweeks you were employed during the class period.
How to Participate in the Stanford Health Care Class Action Settlement
One of the most important aspects of this settlement is that you don’t need to submit a claim form to receive your payment. Stanford Health Care will distribute payments automatically to eligible nurses based on the number of workweeks worked during the class period.
You should have already received a settlement notice in the mail, which includes an estimate of your payment. If you have not received a notice but believe you are eligible, it’s important to contact the settlement administrator to ensure you are included in the payout.
To participate in the settlement and receive compensation, eligible individuals must follow these steps:
- Submit a Claim Form: Complete and submit the claim form on their official website by the March 27, 2025 deadline. Forms can be filed online or downloaded from the official settlement website.
- Provide Documentation: Include supporting documents, such as receipts or bank statements, to substantiate claimed expenses.
- Meet Deadlines: Ensure your claim is filed on time to avoid disqualification.
- Exclusion/Objection Deadline: Dec. 23, 2024
- Final Approval Hearing: March 27, 2025
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What Does the $10 Million Settlement Mean for Affected Nurses?
For many nurses, this settlement represents a significant opportunity to receive compensation for the labor violations they experienced. If you were impacted by missed meal breaks, unpaid premiums, or inaccurate wage statements, this settlement offers a way to be compensated for those losses.
While this settlement doesn’t change the past, it serves as an important reminder of the rights that workers have under California labor laws. Nurses who were denied proper meal breaks or who received incorrect wage statements are entitled to fair compensation for the time they worked.
What You Should Do Next
If you are an eligible nurse who worked at Stanford Health Care during the specified period, it’s important to understand your rights and the steps to take to ensure you receive your share of the settlement. The process is relatively straightforward, and payments will be distributed automatically to those who qualify.
This $10 million settlement is a win for workers’ rights and serves as a reminder of the importance of fair labor practices. If you believe you are eligible but haven’t received a notice, be sure to reach out to the settlement administrator to get the process started.