About the Project Resource Group Settlement
Field investigators and damage investigators who worked for Project Resource Group (PRG) may possibly participate in a recent $2.4 million collective action settlement.
The settlement resolves allegations that PRG Inc. misclassified employees in their cable and telecom division as overtime-exempt, potentially denying them rightful overtime wages for hours worked beyond 40 per week.
Why This Collective Action Settlement Happened
Three current and former employees filed this collective action lawsuit alleging that workers who regularly worked over 40 hours each week didn't receive the overtime compensation required by federal law.
The plaintiffs argued that field investigators and damage investigators in the cable and telecom division performed non-exempt work duties that entitled them to overtime pay.
Employees claim that PRG's policy violated the Fair Labor Standards Act, which in relevant part mandates time-and-a-half pay for non-exempt employees working more than 40 hours per week.
Project Resource Group denied the allegations and stated that it correctly classified field investigators as exempt employees. However, to avoid the costs, risks, and inconvenience of continued litigation, the company agreed to a $2.4 million settlement without admitting wrongdoing.
Eligible Field and Damage Investigators
To possibly qualify for this settlement, individuals must have worked as either a field investigator or damage investigator in Project Resource Group's cable and telecom division at any point between October 31, 2021, and December 31, 2024.
Both current employees and those who left the company during this period may be eligible to file claims.
Former employees who've changed addresses should update their contact information with the settlement administrator to verify eligibility. Even if the employee worked for just a few weeks during the eligible period, they may possibly still qualify for participation.
How to pre-qualify
Confirming participation involves several steps:
- Review employment records and exact job title.
- Check start and end dates with Project Resource Group.
- Look for letters that PRG may have sent by mail or email.
- Contact the settlement administrator to answer questions about status.
If you believe you're eligible but haven't received a notice, don't worry. You can still file a claim by contacting the settlement administrator by following the instructions below.
Proposed Settlement Restitution
Settlement payments will depend on how long the eligible claimant worked as a field investigator or damage investigator during the covered period.
The courts approved a points-based system for payment calculations where each week of eligible employment equals one point.
- Administrator totals all eligible workweeks for all claimants to establish the denominator.
- Divides individual weeks by the denominator to determine the claimant’s portion of the net settlement fund.
- Multiplies the claimant's portion by the available funds to calculate the payment amount.
All payments are subject to payroll tax withholdings, and the recipient will receive a Form W-2 for tax reporting purposes.
How to File a Claim
Online claim
- Visit www.PRGSettlementClaims.com to access the online claim form.
- Enter your claimant ID from your settlement notice.
- Complete all required fields, including current contact information.
- Review and sign the consent form that releases all claims against PRG.
- Submit your claim before the January 28, 2026 deadline.
Mail-in claim
- Download a PDF claim form.
- Complete all required fields, including current contact information.
- Mail to: Project Resource Group Settlement, c/o Rust Consulting, Inc., PO Box 2396, Faribault, MN 55021-9096.
Released Claims
By participating in this settlement, claimants typically release several types of claims including but not limited to:
- All FLSA wage and hour claims related to overtime compensation.
- State law overtime claims in any jurisdiction.
- Claims for unpaid wages, including minimum wage and straight time.
- Claims for liquidated damages, penalties, and interest.
- Attorney fees and costs related to wage disputes.
- Any claims arising from October 31, 2021, through December 31, 2024.
The release becomes effective once eligible claimants submit their consent form and receive their settlement payment.
Disputing Employment Records
Employees who disagree with Project Resource Group's records regarding employment dates or weeks worked have the right to dispute them:
- Mark the dispute section on the claim form.
- Attach supporting documentation, such as pay stubs, W-2 forms, or employment contracts.
- Provide a written explanation of the discrepancy.
- Submit everything together with your claim form.
The settlement administrator will review all disputes and make final determinations.
Important Settlement Dates
- Notice period: 120 days from initial mailing for all communications.
- Claim deadline: January 28, 2026 - all claims must be postmarked by this date.
- Payment timeline: Approximately 30 days after final arbitrator approval.
- Check validity period: 90 days from the date printed on the settlement check.
Missing the claim deadline means forfeiting all rights to compensation.
Learn More About Eligibility
Some class members may have received official notification letters inviting them to participate in this settlement.
However, current and former PRG employees may still possibly file a valid claim even if they have not received a formal claim notice. The settlement administrator can assist you in obtaining the necessary information to complete a claim.
For questions about this settlement, eligibility, or the lawsuit, contact:
- Settlement Website: www.PRGSettlementClaims.com
- Settlement Administrator: [email protected]
- Class Counsel: [email protected]
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