J.B. Hunt $5M FCRA Employment Class Action Settlement
If you applied to or worked for J.B. Hunt Transport Services Inc. between June 22, 2020 and Sept. 11, 2024, you could automatically receive $100–$400 from a $5 million settlement. Payments will be mailed—no claim form is required—so act now to confirm your mailing address.
Download Claim Form (PDF)Who Is Eligible?
- Applied for or were employed by J.B. Hunt Transport Services Inc. (or any subsidiary) in the United States.
- J.B. Hunt relied on a background report to make an adverse employment decision.
- Did not receive a copy of that report and the FCRA summary of rights at least five business days beforehand.
- Adverse action occurred between June 22, 2020 and Sept. 11, 2024.
Two groups exist within the class:
- Standard class members – received a notice from J.B. Hunt.
- No notice subgroup – J.B. Hunt’s records show no prior notice was sent.
Settlement Benefits
- $100 minimum for every class member.
- ≈ $400 for members of the no-notice subgroup.
- No claim form is necessary—checks will be mailed automatically after final approval.
Key Dates
- Exclusion deadline: Sept. 27, 2025
- Fairness hearing: Nov. 20, 2025
- Estimated payment window: 17–34 days after final approval and resolution of any appeals
How to Make Sure You Get Paid
- Verify or update your mailing address at this secure form or mail changes to:
Taylor v. J.B. Hunt Transport Services Settlement Administrator,
P.O. Box 301132, Los Angeles, CA 90030-1132. - Retain the check when it arrives and cash it promptly. Un-cashed funds will be redistributed to those who do.
Why the Case Settled
The lawsuit (Taylor v. J.B. Hunt Transport Services Inc., No. 1:22-cv-4832-CPO-MJS) alleges J.B. Hunt violated the Fair Credit Reporting Act by taking adverse employment action based on background reports without first providing applicants or employees with the report and a summary of their FCRA rights. J.B. Hunt denies wrongdoing but agreed to settle to avoid further litigation expenses and risk.
Settlement Fund Allocation
- Administration costs: $52,000
- Attorneys’ fees: $1,666,666.67
- Estimated expenses: $26,367.01
- Service award to class representative: $15,000
- Payments to class members: remainder of the $5 million fund
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the J.B. Hunt FCRA Employment Class Action Settlement about?
It resolves claims that J.B. Hunt failed to furnish background reports and FCRA rights summaries at least five days before taking adverse employment action.
Do I have to file a claim to get my J.B. Hunt settlement payment?
No. All eligible individuals will be sent a check automatically. Ensure your address is current with the settlement administrator.
How much money will I receive from the J.B. Hunt settlement?
Standard class members will receive around $100, while the no-notice subgroup is expected to receive about $400, subject to court approval and any re-distribution.
When will the J.B. Hunt settlement checks be mailed?
Approximately 17–34 days after the court grants final approval on Nov. 20, 2025 and any appeals are resolved.
How can I exclude myself from the J.B. Hunt FCRA class action settlement?
Send a signed exclusion request to the settlement administrator by Sept. 27, 2025. Details are in the long-form notice PDF.
Where can I read the full settlement documents?
The long-form notice and settlement agreement are available on the official website: jbhuntfcrasettlement.com.