YOU MAY BE ELIGIBLE FOR A MONETARY AWARD IF YOU WORKED AT GOODSELL/WILKINS BETWEEN AUGUST 2018 AND FEBRUARY 12, 2025.
Settlement Overview
On February 12, 2025, the U.S. District Court for the Central District of California approved the settlement of the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission ("EEOC")'s claims against Goodsell/Wilkins, Inc.
In the EEOC's lawsuit, EEOC alleged that Defendant violated Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and Title I of the Civil Rights Act of 1991 ("Title VII") by subjecting its employees working at Goodsell/Wilkins to unlawful harassment, constructive discharge, and/or retaliation based on their race (Hispanic) and/or national origin (Latino) and sex (male) between August 2018 and the present.
The settlement, called a "Consent Decree," provides for a total of $730,000 in monetary payments to a class of eligible workers who were adversely affected by harassment based on race and/or national origin, sex harassment, constructive discharge and/or retaliation.
Individuals who are male and/or Hispanic/Latino, who worked at Goodsell/Wilkins during the Claims Period from August 2018 to February 12, 2025, may be eligible to receive a monetary award under the Consent Decree. Persons identified as claimants may also be eligible to seek re-employment by Goodsell/Wilkins.
Your Options
Option 1: File a Claim
Complete a Claims Questionnaire no later than September 24, 2025.
EEOC will use this information to determine your eligibility to receive settlement award and the amount of the award. Your responses will be kept confidential by the EEOC.
EEOC decides who is eligible to receive a monetary award and the amount of each award. EEOC keeps none of the settlement money.
You may submit your Claims Questionnaire by mail or online at:
File Your Claim NowOption 2: Do Nothing
By doing nothing, you will not receive any money from the settlement and will retain your right, if you have a right, to sue Defendant at your own cost on claims that they violated Title VII by subjecting you to race and/or national origin harassment, sex harassment, constructive discharge and/or retaliation.
Contact Information
Claims Administrator:
ILYM Group, Inc.
P.O. Box 2031
Tustin, CA 92781
Phone: (888) 250-6810
Fax: (888) 845-6185
Email: claims@ilymgroup.com
Please direct all questions regarding making a claim, filling out the claims questionnaire, and mailing of settlement checks to ILYM Group.
EEOC Contact:
For questions regarding eligibility, email: Goodsell-PCM@eeoc.gov
Phone: 213-785-3059
An EEOC representative will respond as soon as possible.
Please do not contact the Court or Defendant concerning the Claims Process.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Settlement Approval | February 12, 2025 |
| Claims Questionnaire Deadline | September 24, 2025 |
| Claims Period | August 2018 - February 12, 2025 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for a monetary award?
Individuals who are male and/or Hispanic/Latino, who worked at Goodsell/Wilkins during the Claims Period from August 2018 to February 12, 2025, may be eligible.
How will the award amount be determined?
The EEOC has sole discretion to determine your eligibility for a settlement award, the amount of any such award, and the timing of the award.
What happens after I submit a claim?
If EEOC determines that you are eligible for a monetary award, you will be sent a notification letter and a release of claims. You must sign and return the release to receive your award.
Can I seek re-employment with Goodsell/Wilkins?
Yes. Persons identified as claimants may be eligible to seek re-employment. Goodsell/Wilkins will be notified if you are interested in seeking re-employment and wish to be placed on an employment vacancy contact list.