Equinox NY Employee $12M Class Action Settlement

Equinox Holdings, Inc.

If you were employed as a personal trainer by Equinox Holdings, Inc. ("Equinox") in New York at any time between March 25, 2014, and July 31, 2024, you may qualify to claim a cash payment from a $12 million class action settlement.

Equinox has agreed to pay to settle a class action lawsuit alleging violations of wage and hour laws, including improper overtime compensation, inadequate wage statements, and unlawful biweekly pay practices.

Who is eligible for a settlement payment?

You qualify to participate in this settlement if you meet the following criteria:

You were employed by Equinox Holdings, Inc. as a personal trainer in the state of New York.
Your employment took place at any point between March 25, 2014, and July 31, 2024.

There are two categories of class members in this settlement:

Opt-In Plaintiffs: Individuals who previously submitted a consent form to join this lawsuit. If you are an Opt-In Plaintiff, you do not need to submit a new claim form.
Other Class Members: Individuals who either did not previously submit a consent form or who withdrew or were dismissed without prejudice. These current or former employees must submit a claim form to receive compensation.

How much is the class action payout?

Payment amounts will be determined by a points system. The dollar value of each point will be determined by the number of valid class members participating in the settlement.

The points system works as follows:

Each eligible week worked earns one point.
Each personal training session above 24 sessions per week earns an additional half point.
No class member will receive less than $25.

How to claim a class action settlement payment

If you are not currently an Opt-In Plaintiff, you must submit a claim form by May 28, 2025. Class members can file a claim online through the settlement website. Or the claim form included with your mailed noticed can be filled out and submitted by email at info@EQXOTLawsuit.com, fax at (714) 917-7455, or by mail.

Settlement Administrator's mailing address: Katz, et al. v. Equinox Holdings, Inc., c/o Settlement Administrator, P.O. Box 26170, Santa Ana, CA 92799.

If you are uncertain whether you are an Opt-In Plaintiff, contact Class Counsel at (516) 203-7180 or the Claims Administrator at (866) 675-2646.

Required information

Unique ID and PIN from notice required to submit online claim.

Payout information

Settlement payments will be issued in the form of a check mailed to the address provided.
The settlement will be distributed in four installments:

Installment one: Approximately 52 days after the court grants final approval to the settlement.
Installment two: On or around January 29, 2026.
Installment three: On or around January 29, 2027.
Installment four: On or around January 29, 2028.

$12 Million overtime lawsuit settlement fund

The settlement fund of $12,000,000 will cover various expenses and payments:

Settlement administration costs: Estimated up to $100,000
Attorneys' fees: Up to $4,000,000
Attorneys' expenses: Up to $100,000
Service awards: Two named plaintiffs will receive $15,000 each; 30 Opt-In Plaintiffs who participated in depositions will receive $1,000 each
Payments to valid class members: Remaining Net Settlement Fund (after the above deductions)

Important dates

Fairness Hearing: June 4, 2025
Deadline to File a Claim: May 28, 2025

When is the Equinox overtime settlement payout date?

The final hearing is scheduled to take place on June 4, 2025. The first installment payment to approved class members will be distributed approximately 52 days after the judge grants final approval to the settlement.

Why is Equinox settling this lawsuit?

The lawsuit alleged that Equinox violated federal and New York state labor laws by failing to properly compensate personal trainers for overtime, providing inadequate wage statements, and paying employees on a biweekly basis. Equinox denies these allegations but has agreed to settle to avoid the uncertainties and costs of continued litigation.