Simic v. Kasamba Reader Settlement

If you worked as a Reader for Kasamba in California between September 9, 2020 and August 13, 2025, you’re likely owed money from a $1.4 million class action settlement. Do nothing to automatically receive payment, or review your rights below.

At-a-Glance

• Total fund: $1,400,000 (two installments)
• Class period: 09/09/2020 – 08/13/2025
• Key deadlines:
  • Opt-Out: December 22, 2025
  • Objection: December 22, 2025
  • Final Approval Hearing: January 7, 2026
• Court: U.S. District Court, Central District of California (Case No. 2:24-cv-08887-JFW-SK)

Who Is Eligible?

You are a class member if Kasamba’s records show you provided Reader services in California any time during the class period. Unsure? Email class counsel at rdesai@nka.com or call the settlement administrator at (888) 369-3780.

Estimated Payments

Your individual share depends on:

• Weeks and hours worked as a Reader
• Total calls/sessions completed
• Your earnings data
• Court-approved deductions for attorneys’ fees (up to 25%), costs (up to $25k), and a $10k service payment to the class representative

Checks will be mailed automatically 30 days after final approval and a second time 120 days later—no claim form required.

Your Options

1. Do Nothing (Recommended)

• Receive your full settlement payment automatically
• Release wage-and-hour claims against Kasamba covered by the case

2. Opt Out (by Dec 22, 2025)

• Get no class payment (except the mandatory PAGA share)
• Keep the right to sue Kasamba separately
• Send a signed request by mail or email to class counsel

3. Object (by Dec 22, 2025)

• Stay in the settlement but tell the Court what you oppose
• Must file a written objection with the Court and copy class counsel

Why a Settlement?

The lawsuit alleges Kasamba misclassified Readers as independent contractors and failed to pay required wages and reimburse expenses under California law, including claims under the Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA). Kasamba denies wrongdoing. Both sides agreed to settle to avoid further litigation risk and expense.

Important Documents

Read the full settlement agreement, court order, and class notice:

📄 Settlement Agreement (PDF)
📄 Preliminary Approval Order (PDF)
📄 Long-Form Notice (PDF)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Simic v. Kasamba Reader Settlement about?

It resolves claims that Kasamba misclassified California Readers as independent contractors and did not pay all wages or reimburse expenses, allegedly violating the state Labor Code and PAGA.

How much money will I get from the Simic v. Kasamba Reader Settlement?

Your share is pro-rated based on your weeks worked, hours, sessions, and earnings. Exact amounts will be calculated after Court approval.

Do I need to file a claim?

No. Eligible Readers will be paid automatically unless they opt out.

Can I still sue Kasamba if I participate?

No. By staying in, you release all wage-and-hour claims covered by the settlement for the class period.

What happens if I do nothing?

You will receive payment and be bound by the settlement’s release terms.

Where can I get more information?

Visit the settlement website at ReaderSettlement.com, call (888) 369-3780, or review the PDFs above.