Alaska Airlines and Horizon Air have agreed to a $4.75 million class action settlement to resolve claims related to the violation of the Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA). The lawsuit accused the airlines of failing to pay pilots for short-term military leave, specifically for leave periods of 30 days or fewer, between October 10, 2004 and May 31, 2023.
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The settlement benefits current and former pilots who took short-term military leave within this time frame, including those who may have been denied pay for their military service leave. The airlines have not admitted any wrongdoing but agreed to settle to avoid prolonged litigation.
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Who’s Eligible for the $4.75 Million Settlement?
Pilots who took short-term military leave (lasting 30 days or fewer) at Alaska Airlines or Horizon Air between October 10, 2004, and May 31, 2023, may be eligible for a cash payment under the terms of the settlement.
- For Horizon Air pilots: If you took short-term military leave between October 10, 2004, and October 2, 2008, you must submit a claim form by December 20, 2024, to be considered for the settlement.
- For all other pilots: No claim submission is required for leave taken between October 10, 2004, and May 31, 2023.
The exact payment amount will depend on how much military leave each individual took during the eligible period.
What Does the Settlement Include?
The settlement offers the following benefits to eligible pilots:
- Cash Payment: Class members will receive a cash payment based on the amount of military leave taken during the eligible period.
- Future Paid Military Leave: Going forward, class members are guaranteed up to four days of paid short-term military leave per calendar year, paid at their hourly wage.
This ensures that pilots are compensated for future military service, in addition to the historical payments for past military leave.
Key Dates to Remember
- Claim Submission Deadline: Pilots who took short-term military leave at Horizon Air between October 10, 2004, and October 2, 2008, must submit a claim by December 20, 2024.
- Exclusion & Objection Deadline: You must act by December 20, 2024, if you wish to exclude yourself from the settlement or object to the terms.
- Final Approval Hearing: The final approval hearing for the settlement will take place on January 15, 2025.
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Legal Background of the Case
The case, Clarkson v. Alaska Airlines Inc., et al. (Case No. 2:19-cv-0005), was filed in the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Washington. The lawsuit claimed that Alaska Airlines and Horizon Air violated USERRA by not paying pilots for short-term military leave, a benefit they provided for other types of leave such as jury duty or sick leave.
While the airlines deny any wrongdoing, they have agreed to this settlement to resolve the dispute without further litigation.
How to File a Claim
If you are eligible for the settlement and need to submit a claim form, you can do so by visiting the settlement website at AlaskaMilitaryPaidLeave.com.
For further assistance, you can contact the claims administrator at:
- Phone: 833-285-3398
- Mail: Clarkson v. Alaska Airlines Inc., P.O. Box 26170, Santa Ana, CA 92799
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Don’t Miss Your Opportunity to File!
If you are an eligible pilot, be sure to file your claim before December 20, 2024, to ensure you receive the compensation owed to you for your military leave. This $4.75 million settlement is a significant step in ensuring that pilots are fairly compensated for their service, and the future paid military leave provides a valuable benefit moving forward.
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