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Seawind Hotel Investment LLC (doing business as Quality Inn SeaTac) has agreed to a proposed class action settlement regarding allegations that its Washington job postings failed to disclose salary ranges and benefit details as required by state law.
Seawind Hotel Investment LLC, doing business as Quality Inn SeaTac, has reached a proposed class action settlement to resolve allegations that it failed to disclose salary ranges and employee benefit descriptions in its Washington job postings. The lawsuit claims these omissions violated Washington state pay transparency laws designed to protect job seekers. Under the proposed agreement, the hotel operator will establish a settlement fund between $349,150 and $516,000 to compensate affected job applicants. If you applied for a position with Quality Inn SeaTac in Washington, you must submit a claim form by September 25, 2026, to receive a financial payout.
The class action lawsuit, Jessica Tipton v. Seawind Hotel Investment LLC, was filed in King County Superior Court under Case No. 25-2-11810-0 KNT. The plaintiff, an applicant for employment, filed the lawsuit on behalf of herself and a class of similarly situated job applicants who sought open employment opportunities with the hotel operator in Washington state.
According to court filings, the lawsuit alleged that Seawind Hotel Investment LLC published job advertisements that failed to include the wage scale, salary range, or a general description of employee benefits and other compensation being offered. The lawsuit claimed these practices breached state wage transparency standards intended to give workers clear expectations before applying. The defendant disputes the claims, contending that it did not violate any laws and asserting that the plaintiff’s claims are without merit.
Washington state has enacted clear pay transparency regulations requiring employers with 15 or more employees to disclose salary ranges and comprehensive benefit details in every public job posting. These laws are designed to ensure equal pay practices, reduce wage disparities, and empower job seekers with transparent information before they dedicate time and resources to the hiring process.
When employers publish job listings that omit starting pay or compensation details, job seekers are deprived of essential information guaranteed under state law. Class action lawsuits serve as a vital mechanism to hold companies accountable when they fail to comply with state labor codes, ensuring that employers uphold basic transparency standards for everyday people seeking employment.
To resolve the pending litigation, the parties reached a proposed class action settlement agreement. On June 12, 2026, the court issued an order granting preliminary approval to the settlement and authorizing the designated Settlement Administrator, Simpluris, Inc., to distribute formal notices and claim forms to potential class members.
The proposed agreement establishes a minimum settlement fund of $349,150 and a maximum settlement fund capped at $516,000. These funds will be used to cover settlement administration costs, potential court-approved service awards, legal fees, and direct cash payments to eligible class members who complete and submit a valid claim form before the court-ordered deadline.
You may be eligible to receive a settlement payment if you submitted an employment application for an open job position located in Washington state with Seawind Hotel Investment LLC, doing business as Quality Inn SeaTac.
Eligible class members should have received a personalized notice containing a unique Login ID and PIN from the Settlement Administrator. However, to actually receive compensation from the settlement fund, you must take active steps to complete and submit a claim form. If you do nothing, you will forfeit your right to financial compensation while still relinquishing your right to sue the defendant over the legal claims resolved by this case.
If you are a member of the settlement class, you have specific legal rights and options available depending on how you choose to proceed:
Submit a Claim Form (Deadline: September 25, 2026): Submitting a valid claim form online or by mail is the only way to receive a cash payout from the settlement. By submitting a claim, you agree to release your right to bring independent legal claims against the company regarding the issues raised in this lawsuit.
Exclude Yourself / Opt Out (Deadline: September 25, 2026): If you submit a formal request for exclusion, you will not receive a settlement payout, but you will retain the right to file an individual lawsuit against the company regarding these claims.
Object to the Settlement (Deadline: September 25, 2026): If you do not opt out, you may submit a written objection explaining why you believe the court should not approve the settlement terms.
Attend the Final Approval Hearing (January 8, 2027): The court will hold a final approval hearing on January 8, 2027, at 9:00 a.m. to evaluate whether the settlement is fair, reasonable, and adequate. No payouts will be distributed until the court grants final approval and the agreement becomes final.
If you applied for a job with Quality Inn SeaTac in Washington and received a settlement notice, you can submit your claim form online using the Login ID and PIN provided in your personalized notice. Claim forms can also be submitted by mail or email to the Settlement Administrator, Simpluris, Inc.
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