Claire’s $1M Washington Pay Transparency Settlement

Job seekers who applied for a job with Claire’s Boutiques Inc. in Washington state between Jan. 1, 2023, and April 9, 2025, may qualify to claim an estimated $1,322.79 from a class action settlement.

Claire’s agreed to pay up to $1.03 million to resolve a class action lawsuit alleging it failed to disclose wage scales or salary ranges in job postings as required by Washington law.

Who is eligible for a Claire's payout?

Class members must meet all of the following criteria:

• They applied for a job opening with Claire’s Boutiques Inc. in the state of Washington.
• They submitted their application between Jan. 1, 2023, and April 9, 2025.
• They applied through a job posting on Claire’s website or through an authorized third-party recruiting channel, such as Indeed.com.
• The job posting did not disclose a wage scale or salary range and/or a general description of benefits or other compensation.

How much is the Washington job posting payout?

Pro rata payment: All eligible class members who submit a valid and timely claim form will receive an equal share of the net settlement fund. The actual amount may vary depending on the total number of valid claims submitted.

• The estimated payment per class member is $1,322.79.
• The total settlement fund ranges from $690,719.82 to $1,032,000 depending on participation.

How to claim a pay transparency class action rebate

Class members can file a claim online or download a PDF claim form to print, complete and mail or email to the settlement administrator. The claim deadline is July 22, 2025.

Settlement administrator's mailing address: Voivod v. Claire’s Boutiques Inc., c/o Settlement Administrator, P.O. Box 26170 Santa Ana, CA 92799

Settlement administrator's email address: info@CBIEPOASettlement.com

Information required

The settlement administrator already has the information necessary to determine eligibility as class members were identified from Claire’s records.

For online claims, claimants must provide their unique ID and PIN, which are located on the notice they received. Those who misplaced their unique ID and PIN should contact the settlement administrator.

Payout options

Settlement payments will be mailed by paper check to the address class members provide on their claim form.

$1 million Claire's settlement fund breakdown

The $1,032,000 settlement fund covers.

• Settlement administration costs: Up to $20,000
• Attorneys' fees: $304,440
• Attorneys' expenses: $5,000
• Service award to class representative: $20,000
• Payments to eligible class members: The remainder of the fund

Important dates

• Opt-out deadline: July 22, 2025
• Claim deadline: July 22, 2025
• Final approval hearing: Aug. 14, 2025

When is the Claire’s settlement payout date?

Payments will be mailed to eligible class members approximately 74 days after the court grants final approval of the settlement and any appeals are resolved.

Why is there a class action settlement?

The class action lawsuit alleges Claire’s Boutiques Inc. violated Washington law by failing to include wage scales or salary ranges in job postings for open positions.

The company denies any wrongdoing or liability but agreed to settle the case to avoid the uncertainty, risks and expenses of ongoing litigation.

Sources

1. Class Notice
2. Settlement Agreement
3. Settlement Website FAQ