TBJ Drywall $1 Million Unpaid Overtime Wages Settlement

If you worked for TBJ Taping & Drywall, Inc. in Illinois, you may be eligible to claim compensation from a class action settlement.

TBJ Taping & Drywall, Inc. has agreed to pay $1,000,000 to settle a class action lawsuit for allegedly failing to properly compensate its workers, including not paying overtime wages.

Who are the class members?

Class members are individuals who worked for TBJ Taping & Drywall, Inc. in Illinois and were allegedly not paid according to Illinois law. This includes:

• Employees who worked for TBJ Taping & Drywall, Inc. in Illinois.
• Workers who were not compensated for overtime work.

How much can class members get?

Class members are entitled to receive a payment from the $1,000,000 settlement fund. The payment is calculated based on the findings of the investigation conducted by the Office of the Attorney General of Illinois. The settlement will be distributed among eligible claimants according to the calculated owed wages and penalties.

• First Payment: Scheduled shortly after December 16, 2024.
• Subsequent Payments: Four additional payments will be made between December 16, 2024, and April 10, 2028.

The exact amount each class member receives will depend on the specifics of their employment and the findings of the investigation.

How to claim an award

To claim an award, class members must fill out an online claim form or by mailing the completed form using the provided prepaid envelope.

For online submissions, visit the provided URL and complete the form by the specified deadline. For mail submissions, ensure the form is sent to the correct address.

Claim instructions

1. Visit the online claim form.
2. Fill out the required fields, including your name, address, and contact information.
3. Submit the form online or print it out and mail it using the prepaid envelope provided.

Important dates

• Deadline to File a Claim: November 16, 2024
• Final Claim Filing Deadline: January 11, 2028

When is the TBJ Drywall Settlement payout date?

The first payment is scheduled shortly after December 16, 2024, with subsequent payments continuing until April 10, 2028.

Why is there a class action settlement?

The settlement resolves allegations that TBJ Taping & Drywall, Inc. failed to properly compensate its workers, including not paying overtime wages as required by Illinois law. The Office of the Attorney General of Illinois investigated these claims, leading to the settlement agreement.