First, understand what kind of case this is.
This is a collective action, not an automatic class action. That matters because you do not get included by default. If you want to participate, you must take an affirmative step to join.
Step 1: Check Whether You Might Be Eligible
You don’t need to prove anything yet, but you should confirm the basic facts apply to you.
You may be eligible if:
- You are 40 years old or older
- You applied for jobs through companies that used Workday’s hiring platform
- You were rejected
- Those applications occurred on or after September 2020
You do not need to know whether AI was used in your specific rejection. That’s part of what the lawsuit is trying to determine.If you’re unsure whether an employer used Workday, look back at old application portals, rejection emails, or account dashboards. Workday branding is usually visible.
Step 2: Watch for an Official Notice
Because the court ordered Workday to identify customers who used certain AI screening features, notices are being sent to potentially affected applicants.
These notices may arrive by:
- Physical mail
- Or through public postings from the law firms handling the case
Do not ignore these. They are not spam. They explain your right to opt in.
If you receive a notice, it will include:
- A deadline to respond
- Instructions for formally joining
- Contact information for the attorneys representing the collective
Missing the deadline usually means losing the right to participate.
Step 3: Find the Law Firms Handling the Case (If You Didn’t Get a Notice)
If you believe you qualify but haven’t received a notice, you can still be proactive.
Search for:
- “Mobley v. Workday opt in”
- “Workday age discrimination collective action”
- “Workday AI hiring lawsuit attorneys”
You are looking for plaintiff-side employment law firms, not Workday or employer sites. These firms typically have intake forms where you can submit basic information to see if you qualify.
Filling out an intake form does not mean you are suing anyone personally. It just preserves your option to join.
Step 4: Submit an Opt-In Consent Form
To officially join, you will be required to sign an opt-in consent form. This is usually electronic.
This form:
- Allows the attorneys to include you in the collective
- Does not require upfront payment in most cases
- Does not require you to appear in court
If the case is unsuccessful, you typically owe nothing. If there is a settlement or judgment, attorneys’ fees are usually paid out of that amount, not separately by you.
Step 5: Keep Your Records
After opting in, save:
- Confirmation emails
- Copies of applications or rejection emails if you still have them
- Any communication from the law firm
You may never be contacted again until the case resolves, or you may be asked for additional information during discovery. Both are normal.
