$681,600 KTC LLC McDonald’s Pay Transparency Settlement, Washington Job Applicants Were Owed $1,093 Each — Nyannor v. KTC LLC, Case No. 24-2-20009-6 SEA

UPDATE LOG — KTC LLC Pay Transparency Settlement, No. 24-2-20009-6 SEA

May 27, 2026 — Article published as historical reference. All deadlines confirmed closed. Details verified against official settlement website ktcsettlement.com and court records from King County Superior Court.

Claims in this settlement are closed. The filing deadline was June 23, 2025, and the Final Approval Hearing was held August 1, 2025. This article is preserved as a reference for workers who participated and for anyone researching Washington pay transparency class actions.

KTC LLC, a McDonald’s franchisee, agreed to a $681,600 class action settlement — Nyannor v. KTC LLC, Case No. 24-2-20009-6 SEA, pending in King County Superior Court — resolving claims that its Washington job postings failed to disclose wage scales or salary ranges as required by the pay transparency provision of the Washington Equal Pay and Opportunities Act, RCW 49.58.110. Each eligible class member was estimated to receive $1,093.40. The opt-out and objection deadline was June 23, 2025, and the Final Approval Hearing took place August 1, 2025.

KTC LLC McDonald’s Washington Pay Transparency Settlement — Key Facts

Field	Detail
Lawsuit Filed	2024
Defendant	KTC LLC dba McDonald’s
Alleged Harm	Failure to disclose wage scale or salary range in Washington job postings
Specific Law Alleged	RCW 49.58.110 — Washington Equal Pay and Opportunities Act
Who Was Affected	All individuals who applied for a Washington job with KTC LLC between January 1, 2023, and March 13, 2025, where the posting omitted wage/salary range
Court & Case Number	King County Superior Court — No. 24-2-20009-6 SEA
Total Settlement Fund	$681,600
Estimated Payout Per Person	$1,093.40
Settlement Status	Final Approval Hearing held August 1, 2025 — pending final order
Opt-Out / Objection Deadline	June 23, 2025 — closed
Claim Deadline	June 23, 2025 — closed
Class Counsel	Timothy W. Emery, Emery Reddy, PLLC, Seattle, WA
Settlement Administrator	Simpluris, Inc. — ktcsettlement.com
Last Updated	May 27, 2026

Who Is KTC LLC and Why Did McDonald’s Franchisees Face a Washington Pay Transparency Lawsuit?

KTC LLC operates McDonald’s franchise locations in Washington state. Plaintiff Okyeremah Nyannor filed the lawsuit on behalf of himself and a class of similarly situated applicants for employment. The case matters to Washington workers because it directly challenged how one of the country’s largest fast food chains posts jobs — and whether people applying for those positions were being kept in the dark about what the work actually pays before they applied.

What Did KTC LLC Allegedly Do to Washington Job Applicants Between January 2023 and March 2025?

Plaintiff claimed that KTC LLC’s job postings for open positions in Washington did not disclose the wage scale or salary range being offered, in violation of the pay transparency provision of the Washington Equal Pay and Opportunities Act, RCW 49.58.110.

Washington’s pay transparency law took effect on January 1, 2023. It requires that job postings for positions that could be filled by Washington-based applicants include detailed wage scale and benefits information, and steep mandatory penalties have incentivized class action litigation with six-, seven-, and even eight-figure settlements.

KTC LLC denies that it is or can be held liable for the claims made in the lawsuit, and the court has not decided whether KTC LLC violated the law. The parties settled to avoid the cost and risk of continued litigation. This is exactly the pattern seen across Washington employment class actions — for a broader look at how fast food employers have faced labor-related class actions, our coverage of the Starbucks NYC $38.9 million Fair Workweek settlement shows how similar employment law violations led to large recoveries for workers. And if you want to understand how employment class actions work from start to finish, the AllAboutLawyer.com guide to class action lawsuits covers the full process including how courts certify classes and distribute funds.

If you applied for a job with a KTC LLC McDonald’s location in Washington between January 1, 2023 and March 13, 2025, this settlement was filed specifically to address what happened to you.

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Were You Part of the KTC LLC McDonald’s Washington Pay Transparency Class Action?

Here is exactly how the court defined who was included.

You were likely included if:

• You applied for a job opening in Washington state with KTC LLC between January 1, 2023, and March 13, 2025
• The job posting for the position did not disclose a wage scale or salary range pursuant to RCW 49.58.110
• You received a settlement notice by mail or email from Simpluris, Inc.

You were not included if:

• You are a governmental entity, the judge assigned to the action, that judge’s immediate family, or court staff
• You applied for a position outside Washington state with KTC LLC
• You excluded yourself from the settlement by the June 23, 2025 deadline

KTC LLC Applicants Outside Washington — Were You Still Covered?

No. The settlement class covers all individuals who applied for a job opening in Washington state with KTC LLC during the class period. The requirement was tied specifically to Washington job postings and Washington’s Equal Pay and Opportunities Act. If you applied for a KTC LLC position in another state, you were not part of this class. Washington is unique in having one of the strictest pay transparency laws in the country — applicants in other states may have different legal options depending on their state’s laws.

If you believe you qualified for this settlement and were never contacted, reach out to a Washington employment discrimination attorney to discuss whether any options remain available to you.

What Did Washington Job Applicants Receive from the KTC LLC McDonald’s Settlement?

All settlement class members who did not exclude themselves from the settlement were eligible to receive an equal share of the class fund. Settlement payments were characterized as non-wage damages and interest, reported on a 1099. The estimated payment amount was $1,093.40.

The settlement administrator mailed paper checks to the address on file. All checks expire and become void 120 days after the date of issuance. If you received a check and have not cashed it, check the issuance date printed on the check — it may already be void.

There was one important distinction: if you only received an email notice, you were required to contact the settlement administrator with a valid mailing address by June 23, 2025. If you only received an email notice and did nothing, you remain in the settlement class but will not receive a payment.

No money is available for new claims. The claim period is closed.

What Could Future Pay Transparency Cases Mean for Washington Workers?

Washington’s pay transparency law, which took effect in 2023, triggered hundreds of lawsuits and exposed employers to half a billion dollars in potential liability for alleged violations. In the 2025 legislative session, the legislature overwhelmingly approved key changes to preserve pay transparency while protecting employers from costly lawsuits — including giving employers a five-day window to amend job postings, removing liability for mistakes on third-party job sites, and giving judges more discretion in awarding damages.

The KTC LLC settlement is part of a larger pattern. Workers who apply for jobs in Washington are still protected — and employers who fail to post wage ranges still face legal consequences.

What Should Washington Workers Who Were Affected by the KTC LLC Settlement Do Now?

Since all deadlines have passed, here is what former class members and affected workers should know:

1. If you filed a claim before June 23, 2025 — your check should have been mailed after final court approval. Contact Simpluris at [email protected] or 888-369-3780 if you have not received it or if your address changed after you filed.
   
2. If you received a check, cash it promptly. All checks expire and become void 120 days after the date of issuance. Do not let a valid check go stale.
   
3. If you only received an email notice and did nothing by June 23, 2025 — you are still a settlement class member but will not receive a payment. You have also released your claims against KTC LLC under RCW 49.58.110 for this period.
   
4. If you believe you qualified but were never notified — contact Simpluris to ask whether you were identified in KTC LLC’s records. Whether there is any remaining option depends on the final court order.
   
5. If you are a Washington worker applying for jobs today — pay transparency laws still apply to every employer. Job postings should include wage ranges. If they do not, document it. Washington law still gives applicants a private right of action for violations.
   

KTC LLC McDonald’s Washington Pay Transparency Settlement — Timeline

Milestone	Date
Washington Equal Pay and Opportunities Act takes effect	January 1, 2023
Class period begins	January 1, 2023
Class period ends	March 13, 2025
Lawsuit filed — Nyannor v. KTC LLC	2024
Preliminary approval granted	March 13, 2025
Opt-out / objection / address update deadline	June 23, 2025 — closed
Final Approval Hearing	August 1, 2025 at 8:30 a.m., King County Superior Court
Expected payments mailed	TBD — approximately 30 days after all appeals resolved following final approval

KTC LLC McDonald’s Pay Transparency Lawsuit — Frequently Asked Questions, No. 24-2-20009-6 SEA

Is there still a class action settlement against KTC LLC for Washington pay transparency violations?

Yes — KTC LLC agreed to pay $681,600 to resolve claims that its Washington job postings violated RCW 49.58.110 of the Washington Equal Pay and Opportunities Act. The settlement received its Final Approval Hearing on August 1, 2025. The claim deadline has passed and no new claims are being accepted.

Why did KTC LLC get sued for McDonald’s job postings in Washington?

Plaintiff claimed that KTC LLC’s job postings for open positions in Washington did not disclose the wage scale or salary range being offered, which the Washington Equal Pay and Opportunities Act requires for all covered employers. KTC LLC denies wrongdoing. The parties settled to avoid further litigation costs.

Can I still get money from the KTC LLC Washington settlement?

No. The deadline to file was June 23, 2025. If you submitted a timely valid request for exclusion, you will not receive a settlement payment and you did not release claims against KTC LLC. If you did nothing and were notified by mail, you should receive a check automatically after final approval. Contact Simpluris at 888-369-3780 if you have questions about your specific situation.

What specific law did KTC LLC allegedly violate in Washington?

The lawsuit alleged violation of RCW 49.58.110, the pay transparency provision of the Washington Equal Pay and Opportunities Act, which requires employers to disclose wage scale or salary range in job postings for open positions in the state.

How much did each KTC LLC settlement class member receive?

All settlement class members who remained in the class received an equal share of the class fund, with an estimated payment of $1,093.40 per person. Final amounts depend on the number of valid participating class members and court-approved deductions for attorneys’ fees and the class representative service award.

Who represented workers in the KTC LLC case?

The Court appointed Timothy W. Emery of Emery Reddy, PLLC as Class Counsel. Class Counsel requested attorneys’ fees of $227,199.99 plus costs up to $5,000, and a service award of $17,500 for plaintiff Okyeremah Nyannor — all to be paid from the common fund.

Does the KTC LLC settlement affect other McDonald’s franchisees in Washington?

Not directly. This settlement covers only KTC LLC, the specific franchisee defendant in this case. Other McDonald’s franchisees operating in Washington are separate legal entities. Workers who applied to other Washington McDonald’s locations should check whether separate actions cover their employer.

Will I owe taxes on my KTC LLC settlement payment?

Settlement payments are characterized as non-wage damages and interest and will be reported on a 1099. Each participating class member is responsible for appropriately reporting the proceeds on their taxes. Consult a tax professional if you are unsure how the payment affects your return.

Sources Used in This KTC LLC McDonald’s Washington Pay Transparency Settlement Article

• Official Settlement Website — Nyannor v. KTC LLC, No. 24-2-20009-6 SEA, Simpluris, Inc.: https://ktcsettlement.com
• Important Dates Page — ktcsettlement.com: https://ktcsettlement.com/dates/
• FAQ Page — ktcsettlement.com: https://ktcsettlement.com/faq/

Prepared by the AllAboutLawyer.com Editorial Team and reviewed for factual accuracy against the official settlement website at ktcsettlement.com and King County Superior Court case records. Last Updated: May 27, 2026.

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