Cumming Management Group $5.29M Class Action Settlement
Cumming Management Group $5.29M Class Action Settlement

Job seekers who applied for a position with Cumming Management Group Inc. in Washington state between Jan. 1, 2023, and Jan. 28, 2026, may be eligible to claim an estimated $1,731.76 from a class action settlement.

Cumming Management Group Inc. agreed to pay between $3.46 million and $5.29 million to settle a class action lawsuit alleging it failed to include required wage and benefits information in job postings as mandated by Washington law.

Who can file a claim?

Class members must meet all of the following criteria:

  • They applied for a job opening in the state of Washington with Cumming Management Group Inc.
  • They submitted their application between Jan. 1, 2023, and Jan. 28, 2026.
  • The job posting they responded to did not disclose the wage scale or salary range and/or a general description of benefits and other compensation.

If an individual received a notice about the settlement, it means the company’s records indicate they are eligible.

How much can class members receive?

The total settlement fund ranges from $3,457,014.58 to $5,287,500, depending on the number of valid claims submitted. After deducting attorneys’ fees, costs and the service award for the class representative, the settlement administrator will distribute the remaining funds equally among all approved claimants. The estimated payment per class member is $1,731.76.

How to claim a settlement payout

Class members can file a claim online or download, print and complete the PDF claim form (Page 29 of the settlement agreement) and mail or email it to the settlement administrator. The claim deadline is April 27, 2026.

Settlement administrator's mailing address: Wright v. Cumming Management Group Inc., c/o Simpluris, P.O. Box 26170, Santa Ana, CA 92799

Required information

To file an online claim, class members must provide the notice ID and PIN printed on the settlement notice they received. Those who cannot locate their ID and/or PIN should contact the settlement administrator at info@EPOASettlement-January-28-2026.com or (833) 647-9082 and provide their full name and mailing address.

Payout options

The settlement administrator will mail checks to the addresses class members provide on their claim forms. Checks expire and become void 180 days after issuance.

$3.46 million to $5.29 million settlement fund

The settlement fund of $3,457,014.58 to $5,287,500 covers:

  • Settlement administration costs: Up to $40,000
  • Attorneys' fees: $1,559,812.50
  • Attorneys' costs and expenses: $5,000
  • Service award to class representative: $20,000
  • Payments to eligible class members: Remaining balance

Important dates

  • Opt-out deadline: April 27, 2026
  • Deadline to file a claim: April 27, 2026
  • Final approval hearing: May 29, 2026

When is the Wright v. Cumming Management Group Inc. payout date?

The settlement administrator will mail payments to eligible claimants after the court resolves any appeals and grants final approval of the settlement.

Why did this class action settlement happen?

The class action lawsuit alleged Cumming Management Group Inc. failed to disclose wage and benefits information in job postings as required by Washington’s Equal Pay and Opportunities Act. The plaintiff claimed this omission violated state law.

The company denies any wrongdoing but agreed to settle to avoid the risks and expenses of continued litigation. The settlement allows class members to receive compensation sooner and avoids the uncertainty of a trial.

Sources

  1. Class notice
  2. Settlement agreement and claim form
  3. Settlement FAQ
  4. Important dates
Settlement Open for Claims
Award:
$1,731.76 (estimated)
Deadline:
April 27, 2026
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