Cosco Fire Protection Job Posting Settlement, Check If You Qualify — Shannon Spencer v. Cosco Fire Protection, Inc., No. 25-2-21171-1 KNT

There’s an estimated $1,264.46 waiting for you, if you applied for a Washington job with Cosco Fire Protection between January 1, 2023 and July 26, 2025. No claim form needed. If that describes you, the answer to “do I qualify for the Cosco settlement” is yes.

Cosco Fire Protection, Inc. agreed to a $332,000 settlement in Shannon Spencer v. Cosco Fire Protection, Inc., No. 25-2-21171-1 KNT. Confirm your address by October 23, 2026.

Cosco Fire Protection Job Posting Settlement — Key Facts

Field	Detail
Settlement Amount	$332,000 Common Fund
Claim Deadline	None. Payment is automatic unless you opt out. Address and payment selection due October 23, 2026
Who Qualifies	Anyone who applied for a Washington-based Cosco job opening from January 1, 2023 through July 26, 2025, through Cosco’s website or Indeed.com, where the posting showed no wage scale or salary range
Estimated Payout	$1,264.46 per class member (equal share of the fund, per the settlement site)
Proof Required	No
Settlement Status	Preliminarily approved August 10, 2026. Final approval hearing December 18, 2026
Court & Case Number	King County Superior Court, Washington, No. 25-2-21171-1 KNT
Law Alleged	RCW 49.58.110, Washington Equal Pay and Opportunities Act (job posting pay disclosure)
Administrator	Simpluris, Inc.
Official Claim Site	epoasettlementcfpi.com
Last Updated	September 29, 2026

Who Is Cosco Fire Protection and Why Are They Being Sued Over Job Postings?

Cosco Fire Protection, Inc. posted Washington job openings on its own website and through Indeed.com, and the class covers applicants from both. Washington’s law reaches both. If you clicked Apply on one of those listings and never saw a pay range, this case is about you.

What Did Cosco Fire Protection Do to Washington Job Applicants Between January 1, 2023 and July 26, 2025?

The lawsuit claims Cosco’s Washington job postings left out the wage scale or salary range, or a general description of benefits, as RCW 49.58.110 requires. That statute is part of the Washington Equal Pay and Opportunities Act, and it says an employer must put pay and benefits information in every posting, including ones placed through a third party. It’s a simple rule.

Cosco disputes the claim. The settlement website says the company “contends it has not violated any law,” and the court hasn’t ruled either way. Settling isn’t an admission of wrongdoing.

The class period ends July 26, 2025. Starting July 27, 2025, Washington gave employers five business days to fix a posting after written notice, and a posting fixed in time can’t trigger damages under RCW 49.58.110(1)(b). Postings before that date got no do-over.

Who Qualifies for the Cosco Fire Protection Job Posting Settlement?

Here’s exactly how to know if this settlement includes you.

• People who applied for a Washington-based Cosco job opening between January 1, 2023 and July 26, 2025
• Applicants who found the opening on Cosco’s own website or on Indeed.com
• Anyone whose posting left out the wage scale or salary range
• Not covered: applicants for jobs outside Washington, or anyone who applied outside those dates
• Not covered: anyone who requests exclusion by October 23, 2026

Did you apply to Cosco through Indeed sometime in 2024 and never see a pay range? Then check your mail for a notice with a Login ID and PIN.

Cosco Fire Protection Job Applicants Outside Washington — Are You Still Covered?

It depends on the job, not where you live. The class covers applicants for Washington-based openings, so someone living elsewhere who applied for a Washington-based role can still be included. An applicant for a job based in another state isn’t.

Not sure if you qualify for the Cosco Fire Protection job posting settlement? A free legal consultation with an employment discrimination attorney can help before the October 23, 2026 deadline.

How Much Can Cosco Fire Protection Job Posting Settlement Class Members Get? An Estimated $1,264.46 Per Person

Cosco Fire Protection Payout — Estimated $1,264.46

Every class member who stays in shares the fund equally, and the settlement site lists an estimated $1,264.46 each. The court can award less than the fees requested, so treat that number as an estimate, not a promise. Payments come by mail or electronic payment, they’re characterized as non-wage damages on a 1099, and checks expire 180 days after they’re issued.

For scale, the version of RCW 49.58.110 in force during the class period sent applicants to RCW 49.58.070, which lists statutory damages of actual damages or $5,000, whichever is greater. Today’s text says $100 to $5,000 per violation, so $1,264.46 sits well below the top figure. That’s the trade.

If you’re wondering how class action fees and taxes work in general, we explain it in Do I Have to Pay to Join a Class Action Lawsuit? Costs, Fees & Taxes.

How the $332,000 Fund Gets Divided

Class counsel will ask for $99,600 in fees, up to $2,500 in costs, and a $7,500 service award, all paid from the fund. That’s up to $109,600, leaving $222,400 before administration costs, which the site doesn’t list. Fees alone are 30% of the fund.

That’s normal for cases like this. But it’s worth knowing before you decide how much effort this payment deserves.

How to Get Your Cosco Fire Protection Settlement Payment — Step by Step

⚠️ 24 days left — confirm your address at epoasettlementcfpi.com/form/payment

1. Find the notice mailed to you. It has your Login ID and PIN. Lost it? Email [email protected] with your full name and mailing address, or call (888) 369-3780.
2. Go to epoasettlementcfpi.com/form/payment and log in.
3. Confirm your mailing address is current.
4. Choose a digital payment if you’d rather skip the check.
5. Submit before October 23, 2026.
6. Move later? Tell the administrator, even after that date.

That’s 24 days from today. Miss the address step and the administrator may have nowhere to send your money.

Should Cosco Fire Protection Class Members Opt Out or Object Before October 23, 2026?

What Opting Out of the Cosco Settlement Actually Means

You get no payment, but you keep the right to sue Cosco over the same claims. Mail a letter with your full name, address, a statement that you want to be excluded, and your signature and date to Shannon Spencer v. Cosco Fire Protection, Inc., c/o Settlement Administrator, P.O. Box 26170, Santa Ana, CA 92799, postmarked by October 23, 2026. Phone and email requests don’t count.

How to Object to the Cosco Settlement

You stay in the class. Tell the court why you disagree in a written objection filed with King County Superior Court, 401 Fourth Avenue North, Room 2D, Kent, WA 98032, by October 23, 2026, and mail copies to Class Counsel and Cosco’s attorneys, postmarked by the same date. The objection needs eight items, including your reasons and your signature, so read FAQ 18 on the settlement site first.

Talk to a class action lawsuit attorney before October 23, 2026 if you’re considering either option. Most people shouldn’t opt out without legal advice.

Cosco Fire Protection Job Posting Settlement — Key Dates, 2026

Milestone	Date
Settlement Proposed	UNVERIFIED — agreement date not shown on the administrator’s site
Preliminary Approval	August 10, 2026
Claims Period Opens	N/A — no claim form; class members are paid automatically unless they opt out
Claim Filing Deadline	N/A — address and payment selection due October 23, 2026
Opt-Out Deadline	October 23, 2026 (postmark)
Objection Deadline	October 23, 2026 (filed with the court; copies postmarked the same day)
Final Approval Hearing	December 18, 2026, 8:30 a.m., King County Superior Court, Maleng Regional Justice Center, Room 4C, Kent (Zoom available)
Expected Payment Date	UNVERIFIED — after final approval and any appeals; no date is set

Cosco Fire Protection Job Posting Settlement — Frequently Asked Questions, No. 25-2-21171-1 KNT

Do I need a lawyer to get my Cosco Fire Protection settlement payment?

No. The court appointed Emery Reddy, PC as Class Counsel, and you aren’t charged. There’s no claim form. You confirm your address, and payment follows if the court approves the deal.

Is the Cosco Fire Protection job posting settlement legitimate?

Yes. Judge Nikole E. Hecklinger of King County Superior Court preliminarily approved it on August 10, 2026, and Simpluris, Inc. administers it. The court still has to grant final approval at the December 18, 2026 hearing.

When will Cosco Fire Protection settlement payments be sent?

Only after the court grants final approval and any appeals finish. The hearing is December 18, 2026, at 8:30 a.m. Checks become void 180 days after they’re issued, so cash yours quickly.

What if I missed the Cosco Fire Protection deadline?

It hasn’t passed. Opt-out, objection and address deadlines are October 23, 2026. Miss the opt-out date and you’re bound by the release even if you do nothing, though you can still tell the administrator about a new address later.

Will my Cosco Fire Protection settlement payment go on a 1099?

Yes. The settlement site says payments are characterized as non-wage damages, reported on a 1099. Check with a tax professional about your situation.

How much will I get from the Cosco Fire Protection settlement?

The site lists an estimated $1,264.46, an equal share of the $332,000 fund. The court may award less in fees than requested, so the final figure can change.

Will Cosco Fire Protection retaliate if I take the settlement?

No. The settlement site says Cosco supports the deal and won’t retaliate against anyone for participating, including current or former employees. Your choice won’t affect how Cosco treats you as an applicant.

Sources Used in This Cosco Fire Protection Settlement Article

• Official settlement administrator — Shannon Spencer v. Cosco Fire Protection, Inc. settlement website, home page, retrieved September 29, 2026: https://epoasettlementcfpi.com/
• Official settlement administrator — Frequently Asked Questions, retrieved September 29, 2026: https://epoasettlementcfpi.com/faq/
• Official settlement administrator — Important Dates, retrieved September 29, 2026: https://epoasettlementcfpi.com/dates/
• Official settlement administrator — Address Update/Payment Selection, retrieved September 29, 2026: https://epoasettlementcfpi.com/form/payment
• Washington State Legislature — RCW 49.58.110, retrieved September 29, 2026: https://app.leg.wa.gov/RCW/default.aspx?cite=49.58.110
• Washington State Legislature — RCW 49.58.070, retrieved September 29, 2026: https://app.leg.wa.gov/RCW/default.aspx?cite=49.58.070

Researched and written by Israr Ahmad, legal content researcher and founder of AllAboutLawyer.com. All facts verified against the official settlement administrator website and the Washington State Legislature’s RCW text on September 29, 2026. Last Updated: September 29, 2026.

This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Laws vary by state and individual circumstances differ. For advice about your specific situation, consult a qualified attorney.