Employment law attorneys, at Blumenthal Nordrehaug Bhowmik De Blouw LLP, filed a lawsuit against Darden Restaurants, Inc. for alleged failure to reimburse employees' business expenses. Oct 24, 2026, 09:01 ET Darden Restaurants, Inc., owner and operator of full-service dining chains, allegedly failed to reimburse employees for their business expenses incurred while performing the job as instructed by Defendant. This resulted in inaccurate wage statements amongst other allegations. **THIS IS AN ATTORNEY ADVERTISEMENT** SAN DIEGO, Oct. 24, 2026 /PRNewswire/ - The San Diego employment law attorneys, at Blumenthal Nordrehaug Bhowmik De Blouw LLP, filed a class action complaint alleging that Darden Restaurants, Inc. violated the California Labor Code. The Darden Restaurants, Inc. class action lawsuit, Case No. 26CU049159C, is currently pending in the San Diego County Superior Court of the State of California. A copy of the Complaint can be read here. According to the lawsuit filed, Darden Restaurants, Inc. allegedly (a) failed to pay minimum wages, (b) failed to pay overtime wages, (c) failed to provide legally required meal and rest periods, (d) failed to provide accurate itemized wage statements, (e) failed to reimburse for required expenses, (f) failed to pay sick wages, and (g) failed to provide wages when due, all in violation of the applicable Labor Code sections listed in California Labor Code Sections 201-203, 226, 226.7, 233, 246, 510, 512, 1194, 1197, 1197.1, 2802, and the applicable Wage Order(s), and thereby gives rise to civil penalties as a result of such alleged conduct. The Complaint further alleges Plaintiff was required by Defendant to use their personal cellular phones. As a result, in the course of their employment with Defendant incurred unreimbursed business expenses which included, but were not limited to, costs related to the use of their personal cellular phones all on behalf of and for the benefit of Defendant. Under California Labor Code Section 2802, employers are required to indemnify employees for all expenses incurred in the course and scope of their employment. Blumenthal Nordrehaug Bhowmik De Blouw LLP is an employment law firm with offices located in San Diego, San Francisco, Sacramento, Los Angeles, Riverside and Chicago that dedicates its practice to helping employees, investors and consumers fight back against unfair business practices, including violations of the California Labor Code and Fair Labor Standards Act. If you need help in collecting unpaid overtime wages, unpaid commissions, being wrongfully terminated from work, and other employment law claims, contact one of their attorneys today. **THIS IS AN ATTORNEY ADVERTISEMENT** Media Contact Nicholas De Blouw Blumenthal Nordrehaug Bhowmik De Blouw LLP (800) 568-8020 [email protected] https://www.bamlawca.com/ SOURCE Blumenthal Nordrehaug Bhowmik De Blouw LLP

Employment law attorneys, at Blumenthal Nordrehaug Bhowmik De Blouw LLP, filed a lawsuit against Darden Restaurants, Inc. for alleged failure to reimburse employees' business expenses. PRNewswire 24-Oct-2026 9:02 AM Darden Restaurants, Inc., owner and operator of full-service dining chains, allegedly failed to reimburse employees for their business expenses incurred while performing the job as instructed by Defendant. This resulted in inaccurate wage statements amongst other allegations. **THIS IS AN ATTORNEY ADVERTISEMENT** SAN DIEGO, Oct. 24, 2026 /PRNewswire/ - The San Diego employment law attorneys, at Blumenthal Nordrehaug Bhowmik De Blouw LLP, filed a class action complaint alleging that Darden Restaurants, Inc. violated the California Labor Code. The Darden Restaurants, Inc. class action lawsuit, Case No. 26CU049159C, is currently pending in the San Diego County Superior Court of the State of California. A copy of the Complaint can be read here. According to the lawsuit filed, Darden Restaurants, Inc. allegedly (a) failed to pay minimum wages, (b) failed to pay overtime wages, (c) failed to provide legally required meal and rest periods, (d) failed to provide accurate itemized wage statements, (e) failed to reimburse for required expenses, (f) failed to pay sick wages, and (g) failed to provide wages when due, all in violation of the applicable Labor Code sections listed in California Labor Code Sections 201-203, 226, 226.7, 233, 246, 510, 512, 1194, 1197, 1197.1, 2802, and the applicable Wage Order(s), and thereby gives rise to civil penalties as a result of such alleged conduct. The Complaint further alleges Plaintiff was required by Defendant to use their personal cellular phones. As a result, in the course of their employment with Defendant incurred unreimbursed business expenses which included, but were not limited to, costs related to the use of their personal cellular phones all on behalf of and for the benefit of Defendant. Under California Labor Code Section 2802, employers are required to indemnify employees for all expenses incurred in the course and scope of their employment.

Darden faces class action over reimbursement failures. Sponsored By: Charles Schwab Trade brilliantly with Schwab's award-winning thinkorswim(R) trading platforms, tailored education, and 24-hour support from real traders. Learn More Class action puts Darden Restaurants in legal hot seat. Darden Restaurants, Inc. is staring down the barrel of a lawsuit that's as fiery as a grill on a Saturday night rush. The legal cavalry from Blumenthal Nordrehaug Bhowmik De Blouw LLP has stormed in with a class action complaint, aiming dead center at Darden for allegedly breaching the California Labor Code. In plain English, Darden's being accused of some shady dealings when it comes to employee reimbursements. Allegations stacked like pancakes. This lawsuit is no tap on the shoulder. It's a laundry list that reads like a manual on how not to manage employee compensation. The accusations are broad, covering a range of violations including: * Failure to pay minimum and overtime wages * Skipping out on meal and rest breaks * Providing inaccurate wage statements * Being stingy on expense reimbursements * Delaying scheduled wages and sick pay This whole legal stew is simmering in the San Diego County Superior Court under Case No. 26CU049159C, and the implications aren't just legal; they're hitting Darden right where it counts - their pocketbook. Cracking open the expense can of worms. Among the legal jargon and tense courtroom anticipation, one allegation stands out: Darden allegedly made its staff cough up for work-related expenses, like using their personal phones without a dime in reimbursement. According to California Labor Code Section 2802, that's a big no-no, as employers are required to foot the bill for necessary expenses incurred during work. This isn't just about a paycheck; it's about respect and following the darn law. Employees picking up what should be company tabs undercuts more than just morale - it chips away at trust and legality, and that can eventually erode Darden's reputation. Investor takeaways: what this means for stakeholders. Any investor with a stake in Darden better believe there's more than a little sweat trickling down some executive foreheads right now. This kind of lawsuit isn't just a footnote in the annual report. It could potentially pave the way for significant financial penalties, not to mention a possible reputation hit if the public buys into the claims. Risk factors investors should monitor. Let's talk risk. With litigation looming, here's what investors should keep a wary eye on: * Potential damages and settlement costs if the case swings against Darden * Legal fees that could stack up like unpaid overtime * Impact on stock price if sentiment shifts negatively * The possible ripple effect on operations and talent retention While some may brush off this lawsuit as just another day in corporate America, the stakes are high, and the fines could put a significant dent in Darden's financials. Investors will be wise to keep their ears to the ground for updates on this case. Wrapping up: what's next for Darden? Litigation of this scale and nature doesn't resolve overnight. As Darden navigates these choppy legal waters, all eyes are on San Diego. Will the restaurant giant weather the storm, or is there a rougher road ahead? Stay tuned because this drama is just heating up. Whether it's dropping a pin on the balance sheet or watching potential operational shifts, savvy investors will know the impact of such a lawsuit goes beyond the courtroom.