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AME Church Ministerial Retirement Annuity Plan Settlementautomatic deposit to retirement account (no claim form) · $44.4M Symetra settlement · AME plan participants as of Jun 30, 2021 · opt-out by Jul 17, 2026
Who Is Eligible?
You may be eligible to file a claim if you:
- You were a participant in the AME Church Ministerial Retirement Annuity Plan as of June 30, 2021
- You are a current or former clergy member or eligible participant covered under the AME Church's ministerial retirement program
- You have not previously released your claims related to this matter
- You are a U.S.-based plan participant (details on geographic limitations are pending full settlement documentation)
How Much Can You Get?
The total settlement fund is $44.4 million, which will be distributed among eligible plan participants. Individual payouts are expected to vary based on factors such as your account balance or length of participation in the plan — specific allocation details are pending final court approval. The maximum reported payout is up to $75 per eligible participant, though your actual amount may differ. Importantly, payments will be deposited automatically into participants' retirement accounts — no claim form is required, and no action is needed to receive your share.How to File Your Claim
Filing your claim is quick and easy:
- Confirm you were a participant in the AME Church Ministerial Retirement Annuity Plan as of June 30, 2021
- No claim form is needed — if you qualify, your payment will be deposited automatically into your retirement account
- If you wish to opt out of the settlement and preserve your right to sue separately, submit your opt-out request before July 17, 2026
- If you wish to object to the settlement terms, file your objection with the court before the July 17, 2026 deadline
- Keep your retirement account information current with the AME Church Retirement Fund so your automatic deposit reaches you without issues
- Download Class Action Buddy to track this settlement, get deadline reminders, and discover other settlements you may qualify for
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What is the deadline to file a claim for the AME Church Ministerial Retirement Annuity Plan Settlementautomatic deposit to retirement account (no claim form) · $44.4M Symetra settlement · AME plan participants as of Jun 30, 2021 · opt-out by Jul 17, 2026?
The current deadline to file a claim is Jul 17, 2026. Note: claims sent by mail must be postmarked by this date, and Class Action Buddy ships claim forms with a 7-day mailing buffer to ensure on-time delivery.
How much can I receive from the AME Church Ministerial Retirement Annuity Plan Settlementautomatic deposit to retirement account (no claim form) · $44.4M Symetra settlement · AME plan participants as of Jun 30, 2021 · opt-out by Jul 17, 2026?
The maximum payout per eligible claimant is up to $75. Actual payments may be lower depending on the total number of valid claims filed and the available settlement fund.
Do I need proof of purchase for the AME Church Ministerial Retirement Annuity Plan Settlementautomatic deposit to retirement account (no claim form) · $44.4M Symetra settlement · AME plan participants as of Jun 30, 2021 · opt-out by Jul 17, 2026?
No — this is a no-proof-required settlement. You can file a claim based solely on your sworn declaration without receipts, photos, or product packaging.
How do I file a claim for the AME Church Ministerial Retirement Annuity Plan Settlementautomatic deposit to retirement account (no claim form) · $44.4M Symetra settlement · AME plan participants as of Jun 30, 2021 · opt-out by Jul 17, 2026?
You have two options: (1) Use the free Class Action Buddy mobile app — set up your profile once and the app auto-fills the PDF claim form, captures your signature, and submits the claim by mail on your behalf. (2) File directly with the settlement administrator using the official claim form linked on this page.
Do I need to file a claim form for the AME Church retirement settlement?
No — this settlement uses automatic payments. If you were a participant in the AME Church Ministerial Retirement Annuity Plan as of June 30, 2021, your payment should be deposited directly into your retirement account without any action required on your part.
What is the deadline for the AME Church Ministerial Retirement Annuity Plan settlement?
The opt-out and objection deadline is July 17, 2026. If you want to exclude yourself from the settlement or formally object to its terms, you must do so before that date. Otherwise, no action is needed to receive your automatic payment.
Who is eligible for the AME Church Symetra settlement?
Eligible participants are those who were enrolled in the AME Church Ministerial Retirement Annuity Plan as of June 30, 2021. This primarily includes AME clergy members and others covered under the church's ministerial retirement program.
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