Amazon will pay $4 million to settle driver tip theft lawsuit

Amazon has agreed to pay the District of Columbia $3.95 million to settle a lawsuit alleging that the retail giant had stolen more than $60 million in tips intended for its Flex delivery drivers. DC Attorney General Brian L. Schwalb announced the settlement today, which includes $2.45 million in penalties and requires Amazon to clearly disclose how tips are being used for any purpose besides compensating drivers.

$61.7 million was later reimbursed to drivers by the FTC following a settlement with Amazon, but by filing the 2022 lawsuit, former DC…