Despite this long-standing mandate, the complaint claims that Starbucks has systematically flouted the law, failing to provide applicants with this crucial information.
If the allegations hold up in court, the company could be forced to pay a minimum of $500 per violation, along with prejudgment interest, attorney fees, and a court order demanding compliance with the law.
A Growing Trend In Employment Law Battles
Paulo’s legal team—Birnbaum & Godkin LLP and Bursor & Fisher PA—are no strangers to this type of litigation. The firms have previously pursued similar cases against Walgreens, CVS, Staples, and Raytheon Technologies Corp.
Notably, CVS settled a similar lawsuit in July, a move that suggests major employers may struggle with compliance in Massachusetts’ strict hiring laws.
What’s Next For Starbucks?
As the legal battle unfolds, Starbucks now finds itself in the crosshairs of an employment law showdown. If the class action is certified, the financial repercussions could be substantial, potentially impacting thousands of applicants and forcing the coffee chain to revise its hiring practices statewide.
