Walmart Settles $100M Lawsuit Over Spark Driver Pay Deception
Walmart has agreed to a $100 million settlement over allegations that it misled drivers about potential tips and reduced their base pay in the Spark Driver program.
In a major legal victory for workers, Walmart has agreed to a $100 million settlement over claims that it engaged in deceptive pay practices within its Spark Driver delivery program. The lawsuit alleged that the retail giant misled drivers about their potential earnings, including tips, and would often reduce their base pay as a result.
The Spark Driver program, which Walmart launched in 2018, allows customers to order groceries and other items for same-day delivery. Drivers are classified as independent contractors, rather than full-time employees, which has significant implications for their pay and benefits. According to the lawsuit, Walmart made false promises about how much money drivers could make through tips, leading many to believe they could earn substantially more than they ultimately did.
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