The joint notice issued on Friday, however, left a lingering question in the minds of many: will the settlement provide relief to the entire proposed class or exclusively resolve Santos’ individual claims?
Agave & Rye’s Defensive Stance
Before the unexpected settlement development, Agave & Rye had not filed a motion to dismiss the proposed class action. In their response to the complaint, dated June, the restaurant chain staunchly asserted that there was no factual or legal foundation for the allegations. Among their affirmative defenses, Agave & Rye maintained that they had diligently adhered to legal requirements and regulations, asserting that any claims against them should be subjected to arbitration.
While this legal rollercoaster is undoubtedly captivating, representatives for both parties were silent on Monday, withholding any immediate comments or statements.
Santos and the proposed class of bartenders and servers are skillfully represented by Jeffrey J. Moyle and Robi J. Baishnab from Nilges Draher LLC, while Agave & Rye has Jeffrey N. Lindemann and Steven M. Tolbert Jr. of Frost Brown Todd LLP in their corner, ensuring that this enigmatic legal duel continues to unfold.
