Lynn Scott v. Grubhub Settlement

If your restaurant or other business appeared on Grubhub, Eat24, Tapingo, OrderUp, Seamless, LevelUp, AllMenus, MenuPages or BiteGrabber between January 1, 2019 and April 30, 2024 without a signed contract, you could receive at least $50 from the $7.15 million Lynn Scott v. Grubhub Settlement. Claims must be submitted by March 4, 2026—start yours today.

Who Is Eligible?

• Any U.S. business whose name or logo was listed on one or more of the Grubhub-affiliated platforms above during the class period without a written contract.
• Both current Grubhub partner restaurants and non-partner businesses qualify, although additional tax information may be required for non-partners.

Potential Payments

• Guaranteed $50 base payment for every approved claim.
• Additional pro-rated payment based on how long the business was listed without a contract.
• Payouts may increase or decrease depending on the number of valid claims.

Important Deadlines

• Opt-Out / Objection Deadline: February 2, 2026
• Claim Filing Deadline: March 4, 2026
• Final Approval Hearing: April 15, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. (N.D. Ill.)

How to File Your Claim

1. Download the official claim form below—or file online via the settlement website.
2. Provide required business information and choose your preferred payment method.
3. Submit electronically or mail the completed form so it is received by March 4, 2026.

Your Options at a Glance

• Submit a Claim: Receive payment and release your claims.
• Do Nothing: No payment, but you are still bound by the settlement.
• Exclude Yourself: Keep the right to sue Grubhub separately; no payment from this settlement.
• Object: Tell the Court what you dislike about the settlement (you may still claim).

FAQ

What is the Lynn Scott v. Grubhub Settlement about?

Plaintiffs allege Grubhub listed thousands of businesses on its food-delivery platforms without a contract, misleading consumers and harming business reputations. Grubhub denies wrongdoing but agreed to a nationwide settlement.

How much money is in the settlement fund?

The parties created a $7,154,586 common fund to pay class members, settlement administration costs, service awards and attorneys’ fees (subject to Court approval).

Will my payment be taxed?

Settlement payments are generally considered taxable income. Consult a tax professional for advice specific to your situation.

Do I need a lawyer to participate?

No. The Court has appointed Class Counsel to represent all class members at no out-of-pocket cost. You may hire your own lawyer at your expense if you wish.

When will payments be sent?

Payments will be distributed after the Court grants final approval and any appeals are resolved. This can take several months after the April 15, 2026 hearing.