Walgreens settlement 2024 : All you need to know ?
Walgreens settlement was about helping people who applied for jobs at Walgreens but didn't get hired because of background checks done between March 30, 2020, and May 17, 2022. Walgreens settlement 2024 : All you need to know ?
Walgreens didn't say they did anything wrong with the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FRCA), but they decided to solve the issue by making a deal. This meant they agreed to pay some money to those who were affected.
People who applied for jobs at Walgreens but didn't get them because of background checks could get some money as compensation.
Walgreens Announces Closure of 150 Stores Amid Economic Challenges :
Over the past few years, Walgreens, the pharmacy chain, has faced some challenges. By the end of 2023, the company's leaders announced they're shutting down 150 stores all across the country. This means over 500 workers will lose their jobs, which is around 10% of all the people who work for Walgreens. In a meeting where they discuss the company's finances, they talked about a store in Washington closing. They said it's because the economy isn't doing well and they didn't sell as much because fewer people were getting sick with coughs and colds. But Walgreens isn't alone in its struggles. Many other stores are also closing because it's hard to make enough money.
Walgreens Settlement Compensation and Deadline Details :
Walgreens didn't say they did anything wrong with the FRCA, but they decided to make a deal and pay some money, although they didn't say how much. As part of the deal, everyone in the group that's affected can get up to $100. If anyone wanted to talk to Walgreens about their background check but couldn't because of the email saying they didn't get the job, they might get an extra $818. People have until May 23 to say if they don't want to be part of the deal or if they have a problem with it. The final decision will be made on July 23.
Walgreens FRCA Lawsuit: Assistance for Job Applicants Denied Due to Background Checks :
According to Top Class Actions, people in America, even those who tried to get jobs at Walgreens but couldn't because of background checks, will get help.
It's said that Walgreens might not have followed the rules in the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FRCA) when they said no to job seekers because of background reports, as per the lawsuit.
The FRCA says that Walgreens didn't send the right emails to tell people they didn't get the job.
The deal helps people who wanted to work at Walgreens but got turned down because of background checks between March 30, 2020, and May 17, 2022.