Beacon Sales Acquisition Washington Job Posting Settlement, Applied Between 2023–2026? Claim ~$1,305

Beacon Sales Acquisition Inc. — now owned by QXO Inc. — agreed to pay $812,000 to settle a class action lawsuit alleging it failed to include salary ranges and compensation information in its Washington state job postings, violating the Washington Equal Pay and Opportunities Act (EPOA). If you applied for a job at Beacon Sales Acquisition in Washington between January 1, 2023, and January 26, 2026, and the posting did not show the wage scale or salary range, you may qualify for an estimated $1,305.32 payment. You must file a claim to receive any money. The claim deadline is May 11, 2026.

Quick Facts

Current Status and What Happens Next

• Open for claims — the settlement is currently accepting claim forms while awaiting final court approval.
• Opt-out and claim deadline: May 11, 2026 — both deadlines fall on the same date. You must file your claim form before this date to receive payment. If you want to opt out and preserve your right to sue Beacon independently, you must also act by May 11, 2026.
• Final approval hearing: June 5, 2026 — if the court grants final approval, Simpluris will mail checks to approved claimants after all appeals are resolved.

What Is the Beacon Sales Acquisition Lawsuit About?

Plaintiff Spencer filed the class action lawsuit Spencer v. Beacon Sales Acquisition Inc., Case No. 25-2-21563-6 SEA, in King County Superior Court against Beacon Sales Acquisition Inc. — a national distributor of roofing, waterproofing, siding, and building materials, operating multiple branch locations across Washington state. In 2025, QXO Inc. — a technology-forward building products distribution company — acquired Beacon Sales Acquisition. 

The lawsuit alleged Beacon posted job openings for Washington positions between January 2023 and January 2026 without including the salary range, wage scale, or general description of benefits required by Washington’s Equal Pay and Opportunities Act (EPOA), effective January 1, 2023.

Washington’s EPOA — codified at RCW 49.58.110 — requires employers with 15 or more employees to disclose the wage scale or salary range and a general description of benefits in every job posting for a Washington position. The law gives job applicants the right to know what a position pays before investing time applying — helping workers make informed decisions and reducing pay inequality. Beacon Sales Acquisition denied all allegations and any liability, but agreed to the $812,000 settlement to avoid the uncertainty, risks, and expense of continued litigation.

Who Is Eligible to File a Claim?

You must meet all of the following criteria to qualify:

• You may qualify if you applied for and maintained an application for a job in Washington with Beacon Sales Acquisition Inc. between January 1, 2023, and January 26, 2026.
• You may qualify if you responded to a job posting on Beacon’s website or through an authorized third-party recruiting channel.
• You may qualify if the job posting you applied to did not include a pay scale or salary range and/or a general description of benefits or other compensation.
• You do not qualify if you signed an arbitration agreement with Beacon Sales Acquisition Inc. — arbitration agreement holders are excluded from this class action.
• You do not qualify if the outcome of your application matters — whether Beacon hired you, rejected your application, or you withdrew does not affect eligibility.

If you received a settlement notice from Simpluris, Beacon’s records indicate you are eligible. Your notice includes a Notice ID and PIN required to file your claim online. If you did not receive a notice but believe you qualify, contact Simpluris at 888-369-3780 or [email protected] immediately — before the May 11, 2026 deadline.

How Much Will You Receive?

Every eligible class member who submits a valid and timely claim form receives an equal share of the net settlement fund — meaning the total remaining after deductions are taken from the $812,000 fund.

Estimated payment: $1,305.32 per claimant

The exact amount may vary slightly depending on the final number of valid claims submitted. If more people file than expected, each payment will be slightly lower. If fewer file, each payment will be slightly higher.

Settlement fund breakdown:

Important tax note: The settlement administrator classifies your payment as nonwage statutory damages reported on IRS Form 1099. No taxes are withheld automatically — you may owe income tax on this payment when you file your return. Consult a qualified tax professional if you have questions.

How to File a Claim

Step 1 — Locate your Notice ID and PIN from the settlement notice Simpluris mailed to you. You need both to file online. If you lost your notice, contact Simpluris at 888-369-3780 or [email protected] with your full name and mailing address to retrieve your credentials.

Step 2 — Visit the official claim portal at epoasettlement-01-26-2026.com/form/claim and log in with your Notice ID and PIN to file online. Alternatively, download and print the PDF claim form from the same website to mail or email to the settlement administrator.

Step 3 — Complete the claim form with your current mailing address — the settlement administrator will mail your check to the address you provide on the form, not necessarily the address on your notice.

Step 4 — Submit your completed claim online, or email or mail the paper form to: Spencer v. Beacon Sales Acquisition Inc., c/o Settlement Administrator, P.O. Box 26170, Santa Ana, CA 92799. All claims must be received or postmarked by May 11, 2026.

Step 5 — Save your claim confirmation number or keep a copy of your mailed or emailed form for your records.

Step 6 — Once your check arrives, cash it within 120 days — checks become void after 120 days from the issue date and will not be reissued.

Estimated time to complete: Under 5 minutes online.

Important Deadlines and Dates

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to file a claim form to receive my payment? 

Yes — unlike some settlements that pay automatically, this settlement requires you to submit a claim form by May 11, 2026. You will not receive any payment if you do not file. Visit epoasettlement-01-26-2026.com/form/claim to file online in under five minutes using the Notice ID and PIN from your settlement notice.

Is this Beacon Sales Acquisition settlement legitimate? 

Yes. The settlement, Spencer v. Beacon Sales Acquisition Inc., Case No. 25-2-21563-6 SEA, is a court-supervised class action pending in King County Superior Court in Washington state. The official settlement website is epoasettlement-01-26-2026.com, administered by Simpluris, Inc. Verify any communication by calling 888-369-3780 or emailing [email protected].

When will I receive my payment? 

The final approval hearing is scheduled for June 5, 2026. If the court approves the settlement and no appeals follow, Simpluris will mail checks to all approved claimants after that process concludes. Cash your check within 120 days of the issue date — checks become void after that and will not be replaced.

What if I miss the May 11, 2026 claim deadline?

 If you do not file a claim by May 11, 2026, you will not receive any payment from this settlement. You will still be bound by the settlement’s release of claims against Beacon Sales Acquisition unless you also submitted a valid opt-out request by the same May 11, 2026 deadline. File as early as possible — do not wait until the last day.

Will this settlement payment affect my taxes?

 Yes. Your payment is classified as nonwage statutory damages and will be reported on an IRS Form 1099. Because no taxes are withheld automatically, you may owe income taxes when you file your return. The amount owed depends on your total income and tax bracket. Consult a qualified tax professional for guidance specific to your situation.

What is Beacon Sales Acquisition and who is QXO?

 Beacon Sales Acquisition Inc. is a national distributor of roofing materials, waterproofing products, siding, and other building supplies — operating branch locations across Washington state under the Beacon Building Products brand. In 2025, QXO Inc. — a technology-driven building products distribution company — acquired Beacon Sales Acquisition. The company name change does not affect your settlement eligibility. If you applied for a job through Beacon’s website or an authorized recruiter between January 2023 and January 2026, you may still file a valid claim.

What is the EPOA and why does it require salary ranges in job postings?

 Washington’s Equal Pay and Opportunities Act (EPOA) — effective January 1, 2023 — requires employers with 15 or more employees to include the wage scale or salary range and a general description of benefits in every job posting for a Washington position. The law gives job seekers the right to know what a job pays before applying, helping workers negotiate fairly and reducing the pay inequality that results from information asymmetry between employers and applicants. EPOA violations carry statutory damages between $100 and $5,000 per applicant.

I signed an arbitration agreement with Beacon — can I still file a claim? 

No. Class members who entered into an arbitration agreement with Beacon Sales Acquisition Inc. are specifically excluded from this settlement class. If you signed an arbitration agreement as part of your employment or application process, you are not eligible to file a claim. Contact an employment attorney if you have questions about your individual rights under those circumstances.

Sources and References

1. Official Settlement Website — epoasettlement-01-26-2026.com
2. Official Claim Portal — epoasettlement-01-26-2026.com/form/claim
3. Settlement FAQ — epoasettlement-01-26-2026.com/faq
4. Washington State Legislature — Equal Pay and Opportunities Act RCW 49.58.110

Washington job seekers who applied for positions at other companies that also failed to include salary ranges may want to check the Classic Collision $583,700 Washington EPOA settlement for job applicants who applied between January 2023 and February 2026, with an opt-out deadline of April 13, 2026 — a nearly identical case under the same law with a slightly earlier opt-out deadline. Washington residents who received unsolicited texts or calls from companies without consent may also check whether they qualify for the $12.5 million Cash App Washington text message settlement, which paid $394 to approved claimants in February 2026.

Last Updated: March 17, 2026

Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Legal claims and outcomes depend on specific facts and applicable law. For advice regarding a particular situation, consult a qualified attorney.

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