Parker-Hannifin $3.1M Washington Job Posting Settlement

Job seekers who applied for a position with Parker-Hannifin Corp. or one of its related entities in Washington state between Jan. 1, 2023, and July 3, 2025, may qualify to claim at least $1,398.40 from a class action settlement.

Parker-Hannifin Corp. agreed to pay up to $3.12 million to resolve a class action lawsuit alleging it and its affiliates failed to include wage scales or salary ranges in job postings as required by Washington law.

Who can file a claim?

Class members must meet all of the following criteria:

• They applied for a job opening with Parker-Hannifin Corp., Exotic Metals Forming Co. LLC, Parker-Seahawk Acquisitions LLC, Total Filtration Services Inc. or Lord Corp.
• The position was located in Washington state.
• They submitted their application between Jan. 1, 2023, and July 3, 2025.
• The job posting they responded to did not include a wage scale or salary range and/or a general description of benefits or other compensation.
• They applied through the defendants’ websites or authorized third-party recruiting channels on Indeed.com or LinkedIn.

The settlement administrator is using defendants’ records to identify eligible class members.

How much can class members get?

All class members who submit a timely, valid claim form will receive an equal share of the net settlement fund. The total settlement fund ranges from $2,041,725.50 to $3,118,500, depending on the number of valid claims.

The estimated class member payment is at least $1,398.40 up to a maximum of $5,000 depending on the number of valid claims and deductions for attorneys’ fees, costs and service awards. This payment is considered nonwage damages and will be reported on a 1099 form.

How to claim a class action rebate

Class members can file a claim online or download and print a PDF claim form, fill it out and mail or email it to the settlement administrator. The claim deadline is Oct. 17, 2025.

Settlement administrator's contact information: Hill v. Parker-Hannifin Corporation c/o Simpluris Inc., P.O. Box 26170 Santa Ana, CA 92799, info@PHCEPOASettlement.com

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 are unable to locate their ID and PIN should contact the settlement administrator at info@PHCEPOASettlement.com or 833-591-3453 and provide their full name and mailing address.

Payout options

• Paper check

Up to $3.12 million settlement fund breakdown

The $2,041,725.50-$3,118,500 settlement fund covers:

• Settlement administration costs: To be determined
• Attorneys' fees: $919,958
• Attorneys' expenses: $5,000
• Service award to class representative: $20,000
• Payments to eligible class members: The remaining balance

Important dates

• Deadline to file a claim: Oct. 17, 2025
• Opt-out deadline: Oct. 17, 2025
• Final approval hearing: Nov. 21, 2025

When is the Hill v. Parker-Hannifin Corporation payout date?

The settlement administrator will distribute payments approximately 74 days after the court grants final approval and resolves any appeals.

Why did this class action settlement happen?

The class action lawsuit alleged Parker-Hannifin Corp. and its related entities violated Washington law by not including wage scales or salary ranges in job postings for open positions.

The companies deny any wrongdoing or liability. Both sides agreed to settle to avoid the uncertainty and expense of continued litigation and to provide timely compensation to affected applicants.

Sources

1. Class notice
2. Settlement agreement
3. Settlement FAQ