Settlement Information
In 2025, a putative class action lawsuit was filed against Aramark. The lawsuit was brought on behalf of individuals who bought food, beverages, or other items from Aramark at Capital One Arena and paid a 3% “venue fee” between October 1, 2024 and December 31, 2025. The lawsuit claims that Aramark charged this 3% “venue fee” on food and beverage purchases at Capital One Arena, allegedly without disclosing the fee, in compliance with the District of Columbia Consumer Protection Procedures Act. Aramark denies any wrongdoing, fault, or liability in the action.
Who Is a Class Member?
The Settlement Class includes all individuals in the United States who made a purchase from Aramark at Capital One Arena and paid a Venue Fee between October 1, 2024 and December 31, 2025. If that describes you, you are part of this settlement.
Your Legal Rights and Options
Option and Deadline |
Your Legal Rights |
Do Nothingno deadline |
Get no payment. Give up rights resolved by settlement. |
Submit a Claimby December 4, 2026 |
You must submit a claim to receive payment. You will be bound by the settlement. |
Exclude Yourself or Opt Outby December 4, 2026 |
Get no payment. May allow you to bring another lawsuit about the same issues. |
Object to the Settlementby December 4, 2026 |
Tell the Court why you don’t like the settlement |
Dates and Deadlines
Claims Deadline
December 4, 2026
Exclusion Deadline
December 4, 2026
Objection Deadline
December 4, 2026
Fairness Hearing
January 15, 2027