$557500 Lennox International Pay Transparency Settlement, Do You Qualify for a Payment? Deadline to Claim is July 13

The Lennox International pay transparency settlement is a class action case where eligible Washington job applicants can receive a cash payment by filing a claim before July 13, 2026, at EPOASettlementLENNOX.com.

Plaintiff Shannon Spencer sued Lennox International Inc., Lennox National Account Services LLC, and Lennox Industries Inc., claiming their Washington job postings failed to include wage scale, salary range, and benefits information as required by state law. King County Superior Court preliminarily approved the settlement on April 15, 2026. The court still needs to grant final approval before any payments go out.

Lennox Settlement Quick Facts

Field	Detail
Settlement Amount	$384,260.90 to $557,500 (depends on number of claimants)
Claim Deadline	July 13, 2026
Who Qualifies	People who applied for a Washington job with Lennox between January 1, 2023, and April 15, 2026
Payout Per Person	TBD — equal share of the Class Fund divided among all valid claimants
Proof Required	No — Lennox’s own records identify class members
Settlement Status	Preliminarily Approved
Administrator	Simpluris, Inc.
Official Website	EPOASettlementLENNOX.com
Last Updated	May 16, 2026

Current Status: Where the Lennox Case Stands Right Now

King County Superior Court issued preliminary approval on April 15, 2026, and authorized Simpluris, Inc. to send out notices and claim forms to eligible class members.

• The Final Approval Hearing is scheduled for August 14, 2026, at 9:00 A.M. before Judge Samuel Chung in King County Superior Court.
• The opt-out and objection deadline is July 13, 2026 — same day as the claim deadline.
• Payments will be mailed after all appeals and other reviews are completed following final court approval. Checks expire and become void 180 days after issuance.

What Is the Lennox Lawsuit About? Shannon Spencer v. Lennox International Inc., et al., No. 25-2-21274-2 SEA

Lennox International is one of the largest HVAC manufacturers in the United States. When they posted open jobs in Washington state, a class action lawsuit says they left out information the law requires every employer to include.

Plaintiff Shannon Spencer alleged that Lennox violated Washington’s Equal Pay and Opportunities Act (EPOA), RCW 49.58.110, by failing to disclose the wage scale or salary range and a general description of benefits and other compensation on job postings for Washington positions. Washington’s EPOA is a pay transparency law that gives job applicants the right to know what a role pays — before they ever apply.

Washington courts have seen a wave of EPOA class action lawsuits since 2023 as employers across the state faced claims for failing to publish required salary information in their job postings. The Lennox case is part of that broader wave. If you applied for a Lennox job in Washington and never saw a salary range in the posting, this settlement was filed specifically because of applicants like you.

This case is similar to other Washington pay transparency class action settlements that have compensated applicants under the same RCW 49.58.110 statute.

Are You Part of the Lennox International Settlement?

If you applied for a job with Lennox in Washington and want to know whether this settlement covers you, here is how to check.

You may qualify if:

• You applied for a job opening in Washington state with Lennox International Inc., Lennox National Account Services LLC, or Lennox Industries Inc.
• Your application was submitted between January 1, 2023, and April 15, 2026
• The job posting for that position did not disclose the wage scale or salary range and a general description of benefits and other compensation
• You are identified in Lennox’s employment records as an applicant during that period

You likely do NOT qualify if:

• You applied for a Lennox position outside of Washington state
• You applied before January 1, 2023, or after April 15, 2026
• You were a current or former Lennox employee — not an outside applicant — during the class period

If you are not sure whether you are included, you can contact the Settlement Administrator by calling toll-free at (888) 369-3780 or emailing [email protected].

For context on how Washington state interprets “job applicant” under this law — courts have taken a broad view, meaning even applicants who did not ultimately get hired are typically covered. You can learn more about your rights as a job applicant through the AllAboutLawyer.com wage and hour complaint guide.

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How Much Can You Get from the Lennox Settlement?

The total settlement fund ranges from $384,260.90 to $557,500, depending on how many class members submit a valid claim. The higher the number of claimants, the larger the fund grows — up to the $557,500 ceiling.

All settlement class members who submit a timely, valid claim form are eligible to receive an equal share of the Class Fund. Your estimated payment amount is printed on the personalized claim form sent to you by the administrator.

Settlement payments will be characterized as non-wage damages (1099), meaning they may be taxable as other income. You should consult a tax professional about how this payment affects your individual tax situation.

The per-person payout amount is TBD — it depends on the final number of valid claims submitted by July 13, 2026. More claimants means the fund grows, but each individual share is divided among all participants.

How to File Your Lennox International Claim

Filing takes just a few minutes online. Here is exactly what to do:

Step 1 — Go to EPOASettlementLENNOX.com/form/claim

Step 2 — Enter your Notice ID and PIN from the personalized notice mailed to you by Simpluris

Step 3 — Complete the claim form with your personal details

Step 4 — Review and submit your claim

Step 5 — You may also send your completed claim form by mail to Spencer v. Lennox International Inc et al, c/o Administrator, P.O. Box 26170, Santa Ana, CA 92799, or by email to [email protected]

Step 6 — Save your confirmation for your records

Estimated time to complete: 5 minutes.

To ensure you receive your payment, contact the Settlement Administrator if your address or phone number changes at any time before distribution.

Lennox Settlement Important Dates

Milestone	Date
Preliminary Approval	April 15, 2026
Claim Filing Deadline	July 13, 2026
Opt-Out Deadline	July 13, 2026
Objection Deadline	July 13, 2026
Final Approval Hearing	August 14, 2026, at 9:00 A.M.
Expected Payment Date	TBD — after final approval and resolution of any appeals

Lennox Settlement Frequently Asked Questions

Is there a class action lawsuit against Lennox International?

 Yes. Shannon Spencer filed Shannon Spencer v. Lennox International Inc., et al., Case No. 25-2-21274-2 SEA, in King County Superior Court, alleging Lennox violated Washington’s EPOA, RCW 49.58.110, by omitting pay and benefits information from Washington job postings. The parties reached a proposed settlement, which received preliminary approval on April 15, 2026.

Do I need a lawyer to file a claim? 

No. The Court appointed Timothy W. Emery, Patrick B. Reddy, and Paul Cipriani of Emery Reddy, PC as Class Counsel to represent the settlement class at no cost to you. You do not need to hire your own attorney to file a claim and receive a payment.

Is this settlement legitimate?

 Yes. King County Superior Court authorized the settlement website and preliminarily approved the settlement on April 15, 2026. The Settlement Administrator, Simpluris, Inc., is the court-authorized administrator for this case. Simpluris is one of the most widely used class action settlement administrators in the country.

When will I receive my payment? 

The Final Approval Hearing is scheduled for August 14, 2026, before Judge Samuel Chung. Payments will be mailed after all appeals and reviews are completed following that hearing. Realistically, expect payment sometime in late 2026, depending on whether any party appeals the court’s final approval.

What if I missed the claim deadline?

 The deadline is July 13, 2026. If you miss it, you will remain in the settlement class but forfeit the opportunity to receive any compensation. You will also give up your right to sue Lennox separately for the claims resolved in this lawsuit. File before July 13 — do not wait.

Will this settlement payment affect my taxes? 

Yes, potentially. Settlement payments are characterized as non-wage damages and will be reported on a 1099 form. Consult a tax professional about how this income affects your tax return for the year you receive payment.

Do I need to do anything right now to be included?

 You need to actively file a claim to receive money. Simply doing nothing means you stay in the class but receive no payment — and you still give up your right to sue Lennox for these claims. The only way to get paid is to submit your claim form by July 13, 2026.

How do I know if I qualify for the Lennox settlement?

 Lennox’s own employment records identify class members. If you received a personalized notice from Simpluris with a Notice ID and PIN, you are already identified as a potential class member. You can also call (888) 369-3780 or email [email protected] to confirm your eligibility.

Prepared by the AllAboutLawyer.com Editorial Team and reviewed for factual accuracy against the official settlement administrator website (EPOASettlementLENNOX.com) and the official court-authorized class notice on May 16, 2026. Last Updated: May 16, 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.

Sources & References

• Official Settlement Website: EPOASettlementLENNOX.com
• Official Court-Authorized Notice: Simpluris Notice PDF
• Official Claim Form: EPOASettlementLENNOX.com/form/claim
• Washington State Legislature, RCW 49.58.110 — Equal Pay and Opportunities Act