Papa John's Wage Deal Is 'Collusive Fiction,' Judge Says

By MJ Koo · August 21, 2026, 5:16 PM EDT

A North Carolina federal judge rejected a proposed $225,000 settlement that would resolve delivery drivers' wage claims against a Papa John's franchisee, finding the deal was a "collusive fiction" that benefited the...

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Case Information

Case Title

Berry v. Western Carolina Pizza Ventures, LLC

Case Number

3:25-cv-00961

Court

North Carolina Western

Nature of Suit

Labor: Fair Standards

Date Filed

December 05, 2025