Empire Parking Services $4.5M Vehicle Booting Settlement
If you paid Empire Parking Services (EPS) to remove a vehicle boot in Atlanta, Sandy Springs, Decatur, or the Georgia counties of Cobb, DeKalb or Fulton between February 3, 2012 and December 12, 2018, you could receive up to $30 per booting. Submit your claim before October 23, 2025.
Key Details at a Glance
- Settlement fund: $4,500,000
- Estimated payment: Up to $30 per valid claim (pro rata)
- Claim deadline: October 23, 2025
- Exclusion deadline: September 2, 2025
- Fairness hearing: September 30, 2025
- Case title: Anderson, et al. v. Empire Parking Services Inc. (No. 17EV004040)
Who Qualifies?
You are a class member if all of the following are true:
- Your vehicle was booted by Empire Parking Services in Atlanta, Sandy Springs, Decatur, or the counties of Cobb, DeKalb or Fulton.
- The booting happened between February 3, 2012 and December 12, 2018.
- The parking lot was non-compliant with local booting rules at the time.
- You personally paid EPS to remove the boot.
Drivers who experienced multiple bootings can file a separate claim for each incident and may receive multiple payments.
How Much Can You Get?
Each approved claim will receive up to $30. The exact amount depends on how many valid claims are filed. After deducting attorney fees, administration costs and service awards, the remaining funds will be distributed on a pro rata basis.
How to File a Claim
- Gather documentation (see below).
- Complete the online claim or download and mail the paper form.
- Submit on or before October 23, 2025.
Required Proof
- Date and address of the booting incident
- License plate number
- Amount paid to EPS for boot removal
- Evidence EPS booted the vehicle (ticket, notice, receipt, photo, etc.)
- Proof you were driving the vehicle at the time (receipt in your name, redacted card statement, etc.)
Important Dates
- September 2, 2025: Opt-out / objection deadline
- September 30, 2025: Final fairness hearing
- October 23, 2025: Last day to submit a claim
When Will Payments Go Out?
Checks will be mailed approximately 75 days after the Court grants final approval—or after all claims are processed—whichever comes later.
Why Is There a Settlement?
Plaintiffs alleged Empire Parking Services unlawfully booted vehicles at lots that did not comply with local booting ordinances in the Atlanta metropolitan area. EPS denies any wrongdoing but agreed to a $4.5 million settlement to avoid further litigation risk and expense.
Need Help?
Settlement Administrator
EPS Settlement Claims
c/o Atticus Administration LLC
PO Box 64053
St. Paul, MN 55164
Phone: 1-888-203-5111
Email: Empireparkingsettlement@atticusadmin.com
Website: EmpireParkingSettlement.com
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Empire Parking Services vehicle booting settlement about?
The lawsuit claimed Empire Parking Services illegally booted cars in certain Georgia locations. The settlement provides cash payments to affected drivers who paid to remove the boot.
How do I submit my Empire Parking Services settlement claim?
File online at the official settlement site or mail the completed paper claim to the administrator by October 23, 2025.
Do I need receipts to get paid from the Empire Parking Services settlement?
Yes. You must provide documentation showing EPS booted your vehicle, that you paid the boot fee, and that you were driving at the time.
How much money will I receive from the Empire Parking Services settlement?
Eligible claimants will receive up to $30 per booting. The exact amount depends on the total number of approved claims.
When will Empire Parking Services settlement checks be mailed?
Checks are expected to go out roughly 75 days after final court approval or after claim review is complete.
Can I claim more than one payment in the Empire Parking settlement?
Yes. If your vehicle was booted multiple times by EPS during the class period, submit a separate claim for each incident to receive multiple payments.