Refresco Beverages $4.27 Million Job Applicant Settlement, Check If You Qualify — Remington v. Refresco Beverages US Inc., No. 25-2-19588-1 SEA

September 14, 2026. That’s your deadline to claim money from the Refresco Beverages settlement — and it’s closer than it sounds. Refresco has agreed to pay up to $4,265,000 to people who applied for Washington jobs where the posting didn’t disclose pay and benefits, as state law requires. Filing takes about five minutes, but you have to submit a claim form to get paid.

Refresco Beverages Job Applicant Settlement — Key Facts

Settlement Amount	Up to $4,265,000, paid as an equal pro-rata share to everyone who files a valid claim
Claim Deadline	September 14, 2026
Who Qualifies	Anyone who applied for a Washington-based Refresco job, January 1, 2023 – June 5, 2026, where the posting lacked a wage scale/salary range or benefits description
Estimated Payout	UNVERIFIED — your personalized estimate is printed on the Claim Form mailed with your notice; the per-claimant amount isn’t fixed until claims close
Proof Required (Yes/No)	No
Settlement Status	Preliminarily approved — awaiting final court approval
Court & Case Number	King County Superior Court, Case No. 25-2-19588-1 SEA
Law Alleged	Washington Equal Pay and Opportunities Act, RCW 49.58.110 (pay transparency in job postings)
Administrator	Simpluris
Official Claim Site	RefrescoSettlement.com
Last Updated	July 20, 2026

Who Is Refresco Beverages and Why Is Its Hiring Being Challenged?

Refresco Beverages US Inc. bottles beverages for major retail and private-label brands out of facilities across the country, including Washington. Plaintiff Eric Remington says that when he applied for a Washington-based position, the job posting didn’t tell him the wage range or a general description of the benefits — information Washington’s pay transparency law has required employers to disclose since 2023. He filed suit on behalf of everyone who ran into the same gap.

What Did Refresco Do to Job Applicants Between 2023 and 2026?

Washington’s Equal Pay and Opportunities Act requires employers to list a wage scale or salary range and a general benefits description in every job posting. Remington’s complaint claims Refresco’s Washington postings skipped that requirement — leaving applicants to apply, interview, or even accept an offer without knowing what the job actually paid until much later in the process.

This isn’t a one-off dispute. A Washington Supreme Court ruling in September 2025, Branson v. Washington Fine Wine & Spirits, opened the door for any job applicant — not just those seriously pursuing the position — to sue employers over these same posting gaps, and it triggered a wave of similar litigation across the state. A related case, Yount v. Diamond Parking, settled for $1.4 million covering roughly 300 applicants. Refresco’s case is part of that same surge, but at a larger scale.

Refresco denies any wrongdoing and says it can’t be held liable for the claims in the lawsuit. Both sides agreed to settle instead of taking the case through trial.

Who Qualifies for the Refresco Beverages Settlement?

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

• Anyone who applied for a Washington-based opening with Refresco between January 1, 2023, and June 5, 2026
• People who applied electronically, by hard copy, directly to Refresco, or through a third-party job board
• Applicants whose posting skipped the wage scale or salary range, the benefits description, or both
• You qualify whether or not you were ultimately hired, interviewed, or even heard back from Refresco

Refresco Applicants Outside Washington — Are You Still Covered?

No. This settlement is limited to job postings for positions performed in the state of Washington. It doesn’t cover Refresco job applicants in other states, since the underlying law — the Washington Equal Pay and Opportunities Act — only applies there.

Not sure if you qualify for the Refresco Beverages settlement? A free consultation with an employment discrimination attorney can help before the September 14, 2026 deadline.

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How Much Can Refresco Beverages Settlement Class Members Get?

Every Settlement Class Member who files a timely, valid Claim Form gets an equal share of the Settlement Fund — up to $4,265,000 total. More people filing means the fund can grow to cover them, but your exact per-person number depends on how many valid claims come in, so AllAboutLawyer.com can’t publish a fixed dollar figure per applicant; check your Claim Form for your personalized estimate.

Payments are classified as non-wage statutory damages and reported on a 1099. Class Counsel is asking the court for up to $1,258,175 in attorneys’ fees, plus up to $5,000 in costs, and a $20,000 service award for Remington — all paid out of the Settlement Fund before it’s divided among claimants, subject to the court’s approval. The court can award less than requested, and approval of the settlement doesn’t hinge on the fee amount either way.

How to File Your Refresco Beverages Settlement Claim — Step by Step

1. Go to RefrescoSettlement.com and click “Submit a Claim.”
2. Enter the LoginID and PIN printed on the notice mailed to you.
3. Review your pre-filled information and confirm your current mailing address.
4. Submit online, or mail a paper Claim Form to Remington v. Refresco Beverages US Inc., c/o Simpluris, P.O. Box 26170, Santa Ana, CA 92799.
5. Submit a W-9 if you want to avoid initial tax withholding on your payment.
6. Watch your mail for a check after the court grants final approval and any appeals resolve — checks expire 180 days after they’re issued.

Takes about 5 minutes if you have your LoginID and PIN handy.

⚠️ 56 days left — file now at RefrescoSettlement.com.

Should Refresco Settlement Class Members Opt Out or Object Before September 14, 2026?

What Opting Out of the Refresco Settlement Actually Means

If you exclude yourself, you get no payment, but you keep your right to sue Refresco separately over the same job posting claims. Most people should not opt out without legal advice. Your written exclusion request must be postmarked by September 14, 2026, and mailed to the Claims Administrator with your name, address, a clear statement that you want out, and your signature.

How to Object to the Refresco Beverages Settlement

If you’d rather stay in the class but disagree with the terms, you can object. Written objections must be filed with King County Superior Court, 516 Third Avenue, Room C-203, Seattle, WA 98104, and mailed to Class Counsel and Refresco’s counsel, postmarked no later than September 14, 2026.

Talk to a class action lawsuit attorney before September 14, 2026 if you’re considering either option.

Refresco Beverages Settlement — Key Dates, 2026

Milestone	Date
Class Period Begins	January 1, 2023
Class Period Ends	June 5, 2026
Claim Filing Deadline	September 14, 2026
Opt-Out Deadline	September 14, 2026
Objection Deadline	September 14, 2026
Final Approval Hearing	October 23, 2026, 9:30 a.m.
Expected Payment Date	UNVERIFIED — checks mail after final approval and resolution of any appeals; no fixed date set

Refresco Beverages Settlement — Frequently Asked Questions, No. 25-2-19588-1 SEA

Do I need a lawyer to file a Refresco Beverages settlement claim?

 No. You can file online with your LoginID and PIN, or mail a paper Claim Form. Class Counsel is available at no cost if you have questions about the process.

Is the Refresco Beverages settlement legitimate?

 Yes. It’s authorized by King County Superior Court under Case No. 25-2-19588-1 SEA, with a final approval hearing scheduled for October 23, 2026.

When will Refresco settlement payments be sent?

 No fixed date is set. Checks go out after the court grants final approval and any appeals are resolved — check RefrescoSettlement.com for updates.

What if I missed the Refresco claim deadline?

 UNVERIFIED — the settlement materials don’t describe a late-claim process. Contact the Settlement Administrator at (833) 421-7284 to ask about your options.

Will my Refresco settlement payment go on a 1099?

 Yes. Payments are classified as non-wage statutory damages and reported on IRS Form 1099. Submit a W-9 if you’d like to avoid initial tax withholding.

What is Washington’s pay transparency law, and how does it apply to my Refresco application?

 The Equal Pay and Opportunities Act, RCW 49.58.110, requires employers to list a wage scale or salary range and a general benefits description in job postings for Washington positions. Plaintiffs say Refresco’s postings left that information out.

Will Refresco retaliate against me for filing a claim?

 No. The settlement states Refresco will not retaliate against any Settlement Class Member for participating, and your decision won’t affect any future application or your treatment as an employee.

Can I still sue Refresco separately after this settlement is approved?

 No, unless you exclude yourself by September 14, 2026. Staying in the class means you give up the right to sue over the same job posting claims, even if you never submit a Claim Form.

Sources Used in This Refresco Beverages Article

• Official Settlement FAQ Page — RefrescoSettlement.com: https://refrescosettlement.com/faq/
• Official Settlement Key Dates Page — RefrescoSettlement.com: https://refrescosettlement.com/dates/
• Official Claim Form Portal — RefrescoSettlement.com: https://refrescosettlement.com/form/claim
• Fisher Phillips LLP — “Washington Supreme Court Allows Any Job Applicant to Sue Under Pay Transparency Statute”: https://www.fisherphillips.com/en/insights/insights/washington-supreme-court-allows-any-job-applicant-to-sue-under-pay-transparency-statute
• Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP — “Wash. Ruling Raises Pay Transparency Litigation Risk”: https://www.hunton.com/insights/publications/wash-ruling-raises-pay-transparency-litigation-risk

Researched and written by Israr Ahmad, legal content researcher and founder of AllAboutLawyer.com. All facts verified against the official settlement FAQ and dates pages on July 20, 2026. Last Updated: July 20, 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.