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City of Springfield Police Department Wage Act Class Action Settlement
Court case: Cornet v. City of Springfield Police Department Wage Act Class Action Settlement
A settlement has been reached in a Massachusetts Wage Act class action against the City of Springfield. If you worked as a student police officer for the City of Springfield between March 24, 2022 and May 10, 2026, you are a class member. No claim form is needed — an estimated payment will be mailed to you automatically (expected around January 2027) if the court grants final approval.
Official eligibility wordingAll persons who are or were employed by the City of Springfield and worked as student police officers from March 24, 2022 through May 10, 2026. Checked against the official settlement source by SettleSignal on September 26, 2026.
Key facts
- Who may qualify You qualify if you are or were employed by the City of Springfield and worked as a student police officer at any point from March 24, 2022 through May 10, 2026.
- Estimated payoutSpringfield has agreed to pay up to a maximum of $825,000.00 (the “Settlement Amount”) to cover payments to approximately 147 class members, for attorneys’ fees and costs, taxes, required withholdings and deductions, service awards and the cost of administering the settlement. Under the Settlement, Springfield will pay an amount to each Class Member pro rata based on their potential damages. Contac the Settlement Administrator for your presently-estimated payment amount.
- Objection deadlineOctober 24, 2026
- Proof requiredNo
- What you needNo claim required. Payments are mailed automatically to class members if the court grants final approval.
- CourtMassachusetts District Court, Palmer (Palmer District Court, 235 Sykes St, Palmer, MA 01069)
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How we verified this record
The key facts on this page were taken from the official settlement source, administered by Optime Administration, LLC, and last checked on September 26, 2026. We re-verify each field individually on a weekly pass.
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Where to act
No claim form is needed — Optime Administration, LLC issues this refund automatically; confirm your eligibility and contact details on the official source.
