If you applied for a job in Washington with Tower Engineering Professionals, this settlement could put real money in your pocket—but only if you take action before the deadline.
Here’s what you need to know (and do) in a few minutes:
Why does this lawsuit exist?
This case—Hill v. TEP OPCO, LLC, et al.—focuses on how job applicants were treated during hiring.
The lawsuit claims:
Job postings did not include wage ranges or benefits info
Applicants were asked for their salary history
Both practices may violate Washington pay transparency laws (RCW 49.58.110).
The companies:
Tower Engineering Professionals Inc.
TEP Opco LLC
TEPDB Opco LLC
deny any wrongdoing, but agreed to settle to avoid ongoing litigation and provide compensation.
Who qualifies for a payment?
You may be eligible if you applied for a job in Washington and experienced one of the following:
✔ Pay transparency claims
You applied between Jan. 1, 2023 – Feb. 12, 2026, AND
The job posting did not include a pay range or benefits info
✔ Salary history claims
You applied between March 21, 2022 – Feb. 12, 2026, AND
You were asked for your salary or wage history
The settlement administrator already identified eligible applicants using company records.
How much money can you get?
Estimated payment: ~$1,258.94 per person
Possible maximum: Up to $5,000
Here’s how it works:
Total settlement: $421,270 to $612,000
Payments are split evenly among valid claims
The fewer people who file, the higher your payout could be
If payments exceed $5,000 per person, extra funds go to the Legal Foundation of Washington.
What are your options?
| Option | What It Means | Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Submit a Claim | Get paid from the settlement | May 11, 2026 |
| Exclude Yourself | Keep your right to sue separately | May 11, 2026 |
| Object | Tell the court you disagree | May 11, 2026 |
| Do Nothing | Get no payment and lose rights | — |
How do you file a claim?
Filing is straightforward and takes just a few minutes:
Step-by-step:
Go to the official settlement site
Enter your Notice ID and PIN (from your notice)
Submit the online claim form
You can also:
Mail or email a completed claim form
Settlement Administrator:
Hill v. TEP OPCO LLC, et al.
c/o Simpluris
P.O. Box 26170, Santa Ana, CA 92799
Email: [email protected]
Call: 888-369-3780
Missing your ID/PIN? Contact the administrator with your name and address.
When will payments be sent?
Payments will go out after final court approval and any appeals are resolved.
Payments will be:
Sent by check
Valid for 180 days
Reported as non-wage income (1099 form)
