Hill v. Triad Machinery, Inc. Proposed Class Action Settlement
If you applied for a job with Triad Machinery, Inc. in Washington between January 1, 2023 and September 30, 2025, you could receive a cash payment from a class action settlement. Simply confirm your mailing address to ensure you get your share, or review your right to exclude yourself or object before December 22, 2025.
Download the Full Notice (PDF)Who Is Eligible?
- Anyone who applied for at least one Washington-based job with Triad Machinery, Inc. between January 1, 2023 and September 30, 2025, in response to postings that allegedly lacked required pay information.
- Anyone asked for salary history after March 1, 2022 during the Triad Machinery application process.
Key Settlement Benefits
- Equal cash payment from a common fund (classified as non-wage damages for 1099 tax purposes).
- No need to file a claim—payments are automatic after Court approval if your address is on file.
- No retaliation: Triad Machinery supports the agreement and will not retaliate against participants.
Important Deadlines
- Address Updates: As soon as possible to ensure delivery.
- Opt-Out Deadline: December 22, 2025
- Objection Deadline: December 22, 2025
- Final Approval Hearing: February 27, 2026 at 11:30 a.m. (King County Superior Court, Kent, WA)
Your Options at a Glance
- Do Nothing – stay in the class, receive a payment, and release your claims.
- Provide/Update Address – contact the Settlement Administrator to ensure you get paid.
- Exclude Yourself – postmark a request by 12/22/25 to keep the right to sue separately (no payment).
- Object – file written objections with the Court by 12/22/25 while remaining in the class.
- Attend Hearing – optional; ask to speak about your objection on 2/27/26.
How to Make Sure You Get Paid
Confirm the Settlement Administrator has your current mailing address. If you received a paper notice, return the enclosed Address Form, or contact:
Hill v. Triad Machinery, Inc.
c/o Settlement Administrator
P.O. Box 26170
Santa Ana, CA 92799
Phone: (888) 369-3780 | Email: info@TMIClassActionSettlement.com
Payments will be mailed after final approval and any appeals. Un-cashed checks void after 180 days.
Attorney & Service Awards
- Class Counsel will ask for $135,633.33 in fees plus $10,000 in costs (from the fund).
- Service award of $17,500 to lead Plaintiff Jeffrey Hill (from the fund).
- The Court may award less; settlement is not contingent on these amounts.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Hill v. Triad Machinery, Inc. settlement about?
The lawsuit alleges Triad Machinery’s Washington job postings failed to list salary ranges and that applicants were improperly asked for salary history, violating RCW 49.58.110. Triad denies wrongdoing but agreed to settle.
Do I need to submit a claim form to receive money?
No. If you are in the Settlement Class and do not exclude yourself, a check will be mailed automatically once the Court grants final approval and any appeals end.
How much will individual payments be?
The fund will be divided equally among all Settlement Class Members who remain in the case. Exact amounts depend on the final class size and Court-approved deductions for fees and costs.
What happens if I do nothing?
You remain in the class, will receive any payment due, and give up the right to file your own lawsuit over the released claims.
How do I opt out of the Hill v. Triad Machinery, Inc. settlement?
Mail a signed letter with your name, address, and a statement requesting exclusion to the Settlement Administrator, postmarked by December 22, 2025.
Can I object and still get a payment?
Yes. File an objection by 12/22/25 without requesting exclusion, and you will remain eligible for payment if the settlement is approved.