Osei-Asibey, employed by SmartRent in Georgia since February 2021, and Robinson, who worked in Chicago from 2019 to February 2022, spearheaded the lawsuit. Their primary duties involved managing the installation of SmartRent’s smart home hardware, including doorbells, cameras, locks, sensors, and thermostats.
The court conditionally certified the collective action in March, rejecting SmartRent’s argument that variations in job duties among installation managers disqualified them from being considered similarly situated.
SmartRent $1.5M Deal : Avoiding Further Litigation
The settlement brings to an end a year-and-a-half-long legal battle that both sides described as contentious. According to the filing, the deal eliminates risks tied to ongoing litigation and potential appeals, providing “immediate and substantial benefits” to workers.
“This settlement avoids delay, guarantees recovery in the face of considerable litigation risks and uncertainty, and avoids the uncertainty and expenses of appeals,” the motion stated.
Legal Representation
The plaintiffs are represented by attorneys Beth A. Moeller and Tracey T. Barbaree of Moeller Barbaree LLP. SmartRent is represented by F. Nicholas Chandler, Leigh Shapiro, and Brett E. Coburn of Alston & Bird LLP.
About SmartRent
Headquartered in Scottsdale, Arizona, SmartRent specializes in smart home technology, offering products such as locks, thermostats, cameras, and sensors. The company partners with residential properties to implement advanced smart home systems.
