Keepseagle Class Action Settlement Meetings in Indian Country

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$760m Keepseagle Settlement

NATIVE BRIEF: WASHINGTON - Attorneys appointed by the court will hold meetings around the country to provide assistance to American Indian farmers and ranchers who want to file a claim in the $760 million Keepseagle class action settlement.

The settlement was approved by a federal court in late April. The approval resolves a lawsuit claiming the US Department of Agriculture discriminated against American Indians in farm loan applications and servicing.

Those wishing to make a claim for cash and loan forgiveness must register to receive a Claims Package » or by calling 1.888.233.5506.

The deadline for filing claims is December 27, 2011.

Free assistance is available to those wishing to make a claim. There are a series meetings planned in Indian Country to educate interested parties throughout the summer and into the fall. The schedule for these meetings is available online »

Class members wishing to register to receive a Claims Package can do so through the website or toll-free number, or by writing to Keepseagle Settlement Administrator, PO Box 3560, Portland, Oregon 97208-3560.

posted June 29, 2011 7:00 am et