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Cook County Race Discrimination Hiring Settlement
Black applicants rejected for Cook County correctional officer jobs due to allegedly discriminatory testing can claim up to $10,000 from a $5.68M settlement.
Expected range $950-$2,000 per person; maximum $10,000 per person. Total settlement fund $5,675,000. Actual payout depends on number of valid claims submitted.
Who may qualify
You are eligible if you: (1) identify as Black, (2) applied for a correctional officer position at Cook County Department of Corrections after March 13, 2015, and (3) were not hired because you failed the NCJOSI2 written test, SBSA-LEO written test, or PAT physical abilities test.
Black applicants who applied for a Cook County Department of Corrections correctional officer position after March 13, 2015, and were not hired because they failed one of three tests: NCJOSI2 (first written test), SBSA-LEO (second written test), or PAT (physical abilities test).
This summary is based on available official settlement sources. The settlement administrator determines eligibility and payment approval.
Important dates
- Claim deadline
- August 5, 2026
- Exclusion deadline
- August 5, 2026
- Objection deadline
- August 5, 2026
Proof requirements
Proof requirement is currently marked as No.
Review the official claim form before submitting any information.
What you need
Submit online claim form with CPT ID and passcode from settlement notice. No additional proof or documentation required.
How do I file a claim for this settlement?
File directly with CPT Group, Inc. via the official claim form before August 5, 2026.
- Confirm you are within the eligible group described in the official notice — the settlement administrator determines eligibility.
- Gather any documents the official form asks for — this settlement marks proof as No.
- Open the official claim form or settlement website run by CPT Group, Inc..
- Submit accurate information through the official settlement administrator or government source before August 5, 2026.
- Save your confirmation number if one is provided, then watch the payment status for distribution updates.
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Common questions
Who may qualify for this settlement?
Black applicants who applied for a Cook County Department of Corrections correctional officer position after March 13, 2015, and were not hired because they failed one of three tests: NCJOSI2 (first written test), SBSA-LEO (second written test), or PAT (physical abilities test).
What is the claim deadline?
The claim deadline is August 5, 2026. Confirm the current deadline on the official settlement source before filing.
Do I need proof to claim?
Proof requirement: No. The settlement administrator determines what documentation, if any, is required.
What is the current payment status?
Current payment status: Unknown. Payments are issued by the administrator after the court process concludes.
When will Cook County Race Discrimination Hiring Settlement pay out?
Current payment status: Unknown. Class-action payouts typically begin only after final approval and any appeals. See our payout timeline guide.
Where is the official Cook County Race Discrimination Hiring Settlement claim form?
The official claim form is hosted by the settlement administrator, CPT Group, Inc.. Use the 'Open official claim form' button on this page — never pay a fee to file.
Who is eligible for this settlement?
Black applicants who applied for a Cook County correctional officer position after March 13, 2015, and were rejected for failing one of three tests: NCJOSI2, SBSA-LEO, or PAT.
How much money can I receive?
Between $950-$2,000 per person, with a maximum of $10,000. The exact amount depends on the number of valid claims submitted.
What do I need to submit to claim my portion?
Simply complete the online claim form using your CPT ID and passcode from your settlement notice. No additional documentation or proof is required.
When is the deadline to file a claim?
August 5, 2026. This is also the deadline to opt out of the settlement if you wish to pursue your own lawsuit.
Can I reapply for a correctional officer job as part of this settlement?
Yes. If you failed the first written test (NCJOSI2), your previous score will be recalculated under a new scoring system. If still failing, you can retake it under the new system. You won't have to retake the second written test or physical abilities test.
Where to act
When you are ready, you open the official claim form yourself. SettleSignal does not file claims or determine eligibility.
Use the official settlement administrator or government source.
Listed on the official settlement website (CPT Group).
Disclaimer
This service summarizes publicly available settlement information and links to official settlement sources. We are not a law firm, do not provide legal advice, do not submit claims on your behalf, and do not determine eligibility or payout approval. Only file a claim if the information you provide is accurate.
Change log
- June 9, 2026 — Settlement published after verification.