Bob Evans Farms

Columbus, United States

Bob Evans Farms is a food company known for producing a variety of packaged food products, including their popular mashed potatoes. The company has faced challenges, including recalls for foreign materials in some of its products.

CCI Score

-20.14

0.09% May 31

Latest Event

Settlement of Class Action Lawsuit Over Labor Violations

Bob Evans Farms settled a class action lawsuit alleging labor violations, including misclassification of tipped employees and underpayment of wages, affecting thousands of workers across multiple states. The court approved a $5 million settlement on September 25, 2025, following claims of widespread exploitative practices.

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-20 to -29 CCI Score

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Latest Events

SEP

25

2025

Settlement of Class Action Lawsuit Over Labor Violations
-72.26

Bob Evans Farms settled a class action lawsuit alleging labor violations, including misclassification of tipped employees and underpayment of wages, affecting thousands of workers across multiple states. The court approved a $5 million settlement on September 25, 2025, following claims of widespread exploitative practices.
-70

Labor Relations and Human Rights Practices

May 17

The settlement stems from allegations that Bob Evans systematically exploited its labor force by misclassifying tipped employees and requiring them to perform non-tipped duties without proper compensation, thereby violating federal and state labor laws. This behavior undermines workers' rights and highlights irresponsible business practices.

Class action lawsuit against Bob Evans settles (Updated)
MAR

09

2023

Bob Evans Farms Elevates Community Support Through Increased Philanthropy
63.99

Bob Evans Farms released its first annual giving report on March 9, 2023, highlighting $15.8 million in food and monetary donations over the past two years. The report emphasizes increased contributions to food banks, DEI-focused initiatives, and community organizations, demonstrating the company's commitment to social responsibility.
+80

Business Practices and Ethical Responsibility

May 17

Bob Evans Farms has demonstrated a strong commitment to community welfare by significantly increasing both its monetary and food donations. This philanthropic activity, which includes support for DEI initiatives and vital community organizations, reflects positively on the company's ethical responsibility and social impact, countering authoritarian neglect of marginalized communities.

BOB EVANS FARMS INCREASES IMPACTFUL GIVING TO COMMUNITIES
FEB

01

2023

Animal Cruelty Controversy at Bob Evans Farms Slaughterhouse
-47.52

USDA records reveal repeated incidents of animal abuse at a Bob Evans Farms slaughterhouse in Xenia. PETA’s report details multiple episodes of brutality, including a worker beating a pig and other distressing practices. PETA has called on the company’s CEO to livestream operations and reassign personnel involved.
-60

Business Practices and Ethical Responsibility

May 17

The article documents multiple instances of animal abuse, which points to ethical shortcomings in business practices at Bob Evans Farms. The sustained pattern of cruelty and lack of transparency has prompted calls from animal rights advocates to improve accountability. This behavior reflects poorly on corporate ethical responsibility.

Feds See Pigs Beaten and Repeatedly Shot; PETA Seeks Slaughterhouse Cameras
AUG

14

2020

Federal Judge Dismisses Several Wage Claims Against Bob Evans
-24.75

A federal judge in Pennsylvania dismissed multiple wage claims brought by 15 Bob Evans restaurant workers in consolidated class actions, although some claims were allowed to proceed. This legal decision has implications for labor relations and worker rights at the company.
-40

Labor Relations and Human Rights Practices

May 17

The court's decision to dismiss several wage claims undermines the workers' ability to challenge unfair labor practices, reflecting negatively on Bob Evans Farms' labor relations and commitment to worker rights. This move may be seen as a setback for fair labor practices and worker empowerment.

Bob Evans Restaurant Gets Some Wage Claims Axed, Others Advance