Rise Engineering Wage And Hour Class Action Settlement

If you worked as a residential energy specialist for Rise Engineering in Massachusetts between June 1, 2018 and May 7, 2025, you could receive an average cash payment of about $9,286 from a class action settlement. Submit your claim by September 5, 2025 to secure your share.

Who qualifies?

• Employed by Thielsch Engineering Inc. d/b/a Rise Engineering in Massachusetts.
• Job title: residential energy specialist.
• Worked anytime from June 1, 2018 through May 7, 2025.
• Did not receive overtime pay for hours worked beyond 40 in a workweek.

Potential payout

The settlement sets aside enough funds for an average net payment of roughly $9,286 per eligible employee after deductions for fees and costs.

• 80 % of the fund is based on each person’s documented overtime hours.
• 20 % is based on length of employment to cover possible unreported overtime.
• Individual payments may be higher or lower depending on your records.
• All amounts are subject to applicable taxes.

How to file your claim

1. Visit the official online claim portal.
2. Complete the secure form, including your Social Security number for tax reporting.
3. Alternatively, print the form from the same link and mail it to:
   Rise Settlement c/o Optime Administration LLC,
   PO Box 3206, Brockton, MA 02304.
4. Claims must be submitted online or postmarked by Sept. 5, 2025.

Important dates

• Claim deadline: September 5, 2025
• Fairness hearing: October 8, 2025
• Expected payment mailing: On or before December 18, 2025 (if no appeals)

Why the case settled

The lawsuit, Duty v. Thielsch Engineering Inc. d/b/a Rise Engineering and Brian Kearney (Case No. 2284CV00450-BLS1), alleged that residential energy specialists were wrongly denied overtime wages. Rise Engineering denied liability, asserting the employees were exempt, but agreed to settle to avoid further litigation costs and uncertainties.

Settlement fund allocation

• Administrative costs: $179 per class member
• Attorneys’ fees: up to one-third of the total fund
• Service award to class representative: $357 per class member
• Remainder distributed to eligible class members
• Unclaimed funds after 90 days donated to the Massachusetts IOLTA Committee

Frequently Asked Questions

How much money will I get from the Rise Engineering Wage And Hour Class Action Settlement?

The average net payment is projected at $9,286, but your exact amount depends on your overtime hours and length of employment during the class period.

Do I need proof of overtime hours to file a claim?

No. Payment is calculated pro rata, and 20 % of the fund automatically accounts for possible unrecorded overtime.

When will checks be sent out?

If the court grants final approval on October 8, 2025 and no appeals are filed, checks should mail by December 18, 2025.