If you applied for a job in Washington with The Seven Motor Corporation between 2023 and April 2026, you may be able to claim an estimated $2,172 — but the claim deadline is July 27, 2026.
What Is This Settlement About?
The Seven Motor Corporation agreed to a settlement with a maximum fund of $2,665,000 to resolve a class action alleging that its job postings for open positions in Washington State did not disclose the wage scale, salary range, or a general description of benefits being offered. The lawsuit, Petzing et al. v. The Seven Motor Corporation, claims those postings violated the pay transparency provision of the Washington Equal Pay and Opportunities Act (RCW 49.58.110), which requires employers to include wage and benefit information in job advertisements.The Seven Motor Corporation denies any wrongdoing and agreed to the settlement to avoid the cost and uncertainty of continued litigation, without admitting liability. The case is pending in King County Superior Court in Washington, and the court still has to decide whether to approve the settlement.
Who Qualifies?
According to the settlement, the class includes individuals who applied for a job opening in the State of Washington with The Seven Motor Corporation between January 1, 2023 and April 21, 2026 where the job posting did not disclose a wage scale, salary range, or a general description of benefits as required under RCW 49.58.110.Notices were sent to people identified as likely class members. This case is one of a wave of Washington pay-transparency settlements involving job applicants — others include the ACV Auctions Washington job postings settlement, the Target Washington job postings settlement, and the Potbelly Washington pay transparency settlement.
How Much Can You Get?
The settlement fund ranges from a minimum of about $1,750,584 to a maximum of $2,665,000, depending on how many class members file claims. Class members who submit a timely, valid Claim Form receive an equal share of the Class Fund — an estimated $2,172.30 per person. The exact per-person amount depends on court-approved attorneys' fees and costs and the number of valid claims that are filed, so the final figure may differ from the estimate.OpenClassActions.com does not provide tax advice; for questions about how a settlement payment affects your taxes, contact the IRS or a qualified tax professional.
How to File a Claim
Claims are filed through the official settlement website. To submit a claim online, class members enter the unique ID and PIN printed on the notice they received by mail or email, so keep that notice handy. A paper claim form can also be downloaded from the settlement website, completed, and mailed or emailed to the administrator. Because the online filing is gated on those administrator-issued codes, this settlement is treated as proof-required even though no receipts or pay records are needed.If you believe you qualify but did not receive a notice, or you have lost your ID or PIN, use the contact page on the official settlement website to reach the settlement administrator (Simpluris) before the deadline. The claim deadline is July 27, 2026.
Key Dates and Timeline
• Class period: January 1, 2023 – April 21, 2026• Claim deadline: July 27, 2026
• Final approval hearing: August 28, 2026
• Payments: after final approval, if granted, and once the settlement becomes effective
Payments are not issued until after the court grants final approval and the settlement becomes effective, so approved claimants should not expect a check immediately after filing.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who qualifies for the Seven Motor Washington job postings settlement?
The class includes individuals who applied for a job opening in Washington State with The Seven Motor Corporation between January 1, 2023 and April 21, 2026 where the job posting did not disclose the wage scale, salary range, or a general description of benefits required by Washington's Equal Pay and Opportunities Act.
How much can I get from the Seven Motor settlement?
The settlement fund ranges from a minimum of about $1,750,584 to a maximum of $2,665,000, depending on how many class members file claims. Eligible class members who file a valid claim receive an equal share of the Class Fund, estimated at about $2,172.30.
What is the deadline to file a Seven Motor settlement claim?
The claim deadline is July 27, 2026. A final approval hearing is scheduled for August 28, 2026, and payments are issued after the court grants final approval and the settlement becomes effective.
Do I need proof to file a Seven Motor settlement claim?
To file online, class members enter the unique ID and PIN printed on the settlement notice they received, so this settlement is treated as proof-required. A paper claim form can also be downloaded and mailed or emailed. If you did not receive a notice or lost it, use the contact page on the official settlement website to reach the administrator before the deadline.
Is this a settlement with The Seven Motor Corporation itself?
Yes. The defendant is The Seven Motor Corporation. The company denies wrongdoing and agreed to settle to avoid the cost and uncertainty of continued litigation, without admitting liability.
Sources
• Official Settlement Website: EPOA Settlement 7 Motor.com• Superior Court of Washington, King County, Petzing et al. v. The Seven Motor Corporation, Case No. 24-2-26589-9 KNT
