The California Supreme Court, in its Turrieta v. Lyft, Inc. ruling, clarified that plaintiffs in Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA) actions cannot intervene in separate, overlapping PAGA lawsuits. This decision was published on November 29, 2024, and provides important procedural clarity for employers.
The court affirmed that only the California Labor and Workforce Development Agency (LWDA) and trial courts have the authority to review and approve proposed settlements. This prevents multiple private plaintiffs from disrupting settlements in overlapping PAGA cases.
For Lyft, this ruling reduces the complexity and potential for prolonged litigation in California, a key market where driver classification issues are prevalent. It provides greater certainty for employers seeking to resolve PAGA claims without intervention from additional plaintiffs.
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