Published: June 29, 2026
Overview
A class action lawsuit brought by Hilario Banuelos Soto against Britz Farming Corp has reached a settlement pending court approval. The case, filed on September 25, 2019 in Merced County Superior Court, centers on allegations that the farming company violated California labor laws in its treatment of hourly employees. Specifically, the lawsuit claims that Britz Farming Corp failed to compensate workers for all hours worked, withheld overtime pay, did not authorize or provide paid rest periods, failed to offer compliant meal breaks, neglected to reimburse business expenses, and provided inaccurate wage statements. The company also allegedly violated state wage statement requirements and failed to pay waiting time penalties as required by law.
The settlement applies to all hourly, non-exempt employees who worked for Britz Farming Corp or its related entities in California between September 25, 2015 and February 4, 2020. The company estimates approximately 480 workers fall within this class, representing roughly 41,933 total workweeks of employment during the settlement period. Class members will receive notice of the proposed settlement along with a share form detailing their individual compensation amounts based on their work history with the company. Class members have several options regarding this settlement.
Those who take no action will automatically participate in the settlement and receive their allocated compensation. Alternatively, class members may submit a share form to ensure their claim is properly documented. If a class member wishes to exclude themselves from the settlement entirely, they may opt out by the specified deadline. Class members also retain the right to object to the settlement terms if they believe the agreement is unfair or inadequate.
Important Documents
- Fully Executed Settlement Agreement
- Notice Of Proposed Class Action Settlement
- Preliminary Approval Order
Official Settlement Website
For full details or to file a claim, visit:
https://www.cptgroupcaseinfo.com/sotobritzfarmingsettlement/