Starbucks Corporation has agreed to a landmark $38.9 million settlement for extensive violations of New York City's Fair Workweek Law. The agreement, announced on December 1, 2025, is the largest worker protection settlement in the city's history. An investigation by the NYC Department of Consumer and Worker Protection found over 500,000 violations by the coffee giant since 2021. The settlement requires Starbucks to pay more than $35.5 million in restitution to over 15,000 affected employees and $3.4 million in civil penalties. As part of the agreement, the company is now mandated to strictly comply with the city's Fair Workweek Law, which is designed to provide employees with more predictable work schedules and stable incomes. The case highlights a significant enforcement action related to worker rights and corporate accountability.