Quality Inn SeaTac $349,150 to $516,000 Pay Transparency Settlement for WA Job Seekers

In Washington state, employers that post jobs are generally required to provide pay transparency information—such as a wage scale, salary range, and certain benefit and compensation details—so job seekers can evaluate offers and compare roles more fairly. The lawsuit behind the Quality Inn SeaTac settlement claims that Seawind Hotel Investment LLC, doing business as Quality Inn SeaTac, posted jobs in Washington without including that required pay information. The case covers applications submitted between Jan. 1, 2023 and July 26, 2025 through the company’s website or approved recruiting platforms, and it matters because missing pay details can make it harder for candidates to understand their potential earnings and spot discriminatory or unequal practices early in the hiring process. The class action was filed to enforce Washington’s Equal Pay and Opportunities Act (RCW 49.58.110) and to remedy the alleged violation for a group of affected applicants rather than forcing individuals to pursue separate claims. The settlement—worth about $349,150 to $516,000—resolves the dispute without admitting fault, and eligible people who file a valid claim could receive an estimated minimum of $646.71 each, with payouts potentially rising up to $5,000 depending on how many valid claims are submitted. This kind of wage- and benefits-disclosure lawsuit also fits a broader trend as states tighten pay transparency rules and job applicants increasingly use class actions to challenge employers’ hiring practices, including in industries like hospitality that rely heavily on online recruiting and standardized job postings.