Laidig v GreatBanc Trust
If you were a participant or beneficiary of the Vi-Jon ESOP (now Emprise Group, Inc. ESOP) with a vested balance at any time through October 29, 2024, you're part of a $1.0 million class action settlement. No claim form is required — payments are distributed automatically and were scheduled for November 11, 2025.
All participants and beneficiaries of the Vi-Jon Employee Stock Ownership Plan (now Emprise Group, Inc. ESOP) who had a vested plan balance at any time since inception through October 29, 2024, excluding defendants and certain directors and their representatives. Payout: Gross Settlement Fund. No proof of purchase is required to file. Checked against the official settlement source by SettleSignal on June 17, 2026.
Who may qualify
You self-certify the basics when you file — the settlement administrator makes the final eligibility decision.
You may qualify if you participated in, or received benefits from, the Vi-Jon Employee Stock Ownership Plan (now called the Emprise Group, Inc. ESOP) and had a vested balance at any time from the plan's inception through October 29, 2024. Excluded are the defendants, certain directors of Vi-Jon or related entities, and their legal representatives.
Official eligibility wording (read the exact text)
All participants and beneficiaries of the Vi-Jon Employee Stock Ownership Plan (now Emprise Group, Inc. ESOP) who had a vested plan balance at any time since inception through October 29, 2024, excluding defendants and certain directors and their representatives.
This summary is based on available official settlement sources. The settlement administrator determines eligibility and payment approval.
New to the terms? Plain-English: claim deadline, proof of purchase, administrator, pro rata.
Proof requirements
Proof requirement is currently marked as No.
Review the official claim form before submitting any information.
How hard is this claim to file?
Watch out for
- Final approval was granted August 12, 2025 and payments were scheduled for November 11, 2025 — if you haven't received anything and you're eligible, contact the settlement administrator now.
- This is a partial settlement only — it covers claims against the Brunner Defendants, not all defendants in the case. The lawsuit against GreatBanc and Berkshire Fund VI continues separately.
- You're excluded if you're a defendant, a director of Vi-Jon or a related entity, or a legal representative/successor of an excluded person.
- Non-active participants should check whether a rollover form is still required even though payment distribution was scheduled for November 11, 2025.
We prepare — you file on the official site yourself. This is not legal advice and is not an eligibility decision; the administrator and court decide.
How do I file a claim for this settlement?
No claim form is needed — the official administrator issues this refund automatically; confirm your eligibility and contact details on the official source.
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1Confirm whether you're an active or non-active ESOP participant — the settlement handles each group differently.
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2If you're an active participant, read the Active ESOP Participant Notice and FAQs at vijonesopsettlement.com — your payment should flow through the plan automatically.
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3If you're a non-active participant, download the Non-Active ESOP Participant Rollover Form from vijonesopsettlement.com and complete it to direct your payment.
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4Call 800-291-5085 if you have questions about your status or payment.
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When will I get paid?
- Claims open
- Court approval
- Payments sent You are here
- Distribution complete
Payments have started going out. Timing varies by claim — use the official source for your individual payment status.
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- Payout details the official settlement website · Jun 16, 2026
- Eligibility the official settlement website · Jun 16, 2026
- Proof requirement the official settlement website · Jun 17, 2026
- Court case the official settlement website · Jun 17, 2026
- Payment status the official settlement website · Jun 17, 2026
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Eligibility summary
All participants and beneficiaries of the Vi-Jon Employee Stock Ownership Plan (now Emprise Group, Inc. ESOP) who had a vested plan balance at any time since inception through October 29, 2024, excluding defendants and certain directors and their representatives.
Verified Jun 16, 2026 · against the official settlement website
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Proof requirement
No
Verified Jun 17, 2026 · against the official settlement website
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Payment status
Payment pending
Verified Jun 17, 2026 · against the official settlement website
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Estimated payout
Gross Settlement Fund
Verified Jun 16, 2026 · against the official settlement website
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Court
United States District Court for the Northern District of Illinois
Verified Jun 17, 2026 · against the official settlement website
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Automatic refund
Yes — automatic, no claim needed
Verified Jun 17, 2026 · against the official settlement website
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Court case number
22-CV-01296
Verified Jun 17, 2026 · against the official settlement website
Laidig v. GreatBanc Trust Company , Case No. 22-CV-01296 (N.D. Ill.)
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No-claim explanation
Payments will be distributed on November 11, 2025.
Verified Jun 17, 2026 · against the official settlement website
Payments will be distributed on November 11, 2025.
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Case name
Laidig v. GreatBanc Trust Company
Verified Jun 17, 2026 · against the official settlement website
Laidig v. GreatBanc Trust Company , Case No. 22-CV-01296 (N.D. Ill.)
Common questions
Is the Laidig v GreatBanc Trust settlement legitimate?
Yes — the Laidig v GreatBanc Trust settlement is a real claims process that SettleSignal tracks from its official source. It proceeds under case 22-CV-01296 in United States District Court for the Northern District of Illinois. File only through the official settlement website (www.vijonesopsettlement.com); a genuine settlement administrator never charges a fee to file. SettleSignal last checked this record against the official source on June 17, 2026. Always confirm the current details on the official site before filing.
Who may qualify for this settlement?
All participants and beneficiaries of the Vi-Jon Employee Stock Ownership Plan (now Emprise Group, Inc. ESOP) who had a vested plan balance at any time since inception through October 29, 2024, excluding defendants and certain directors and their representatives.
How much can I get from the Laidig v GreatBanc Trust settlement?
Gross Settlement Fund. The exact amount you may receive is decided by the settlement administrator based on your valid claim and is not guaranteed; a total settlement-fund figure is shared among all eligible claimants, not paid to each person.
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: Payment pending. Payments are issued by the administrator after the court process concludes.
When will Laidig v GreatBanc Trust pay out?
Current payment status: Payment pending. Class-action payouts typically begin only after final approval and any appeals. See our payout timeline guide.
Where is the official Laidig v GreatBanc Trust claim form?
No claim form is needed — Payments will be distributed on November 11, 2025. Never pay a fee to claim a settlement payment.
Do I need to do anything to get paid?
No. The settlement administrator uses existing plan records to identify eligible participants. There's no claim form to fill out.
How much will I receive?
Your share comes from the $1.0 million Gross Settlement Fund after court-approved fees and costs are deducted. The exact amount per person depends on the allocation formula, so there's no set dollar figure for individual participants.
When will payments go out?
Payments were scheduled to be distributed on November 11, 2025.
What was the lawsuit actually about?
The lawsuit alleged that GreatBanc Trust Company, as the plan's fiduciary, caused the Vi-Jon ESOP to participate in a transaction prohibited under ERISA — the federal law that protects retirement plans. This partial settlement resolves claims against John G. Brunner and related family trusts.
I'm no longer at Vi-Jon. Am I still covered?
Yes. Former participants with a vested balance at any point through October 29, 2024 are included. The settlement website has a specific notice and rollover form for non-active participants at vijonesopsettlement.com.
Where to act
When you are ready, you open the official claim form yourself. SettleSignal does not file claims or determine eligibility.
No claim needed — payment is automatic
If you qualify, the settlement pays you automatically. There's nothing to file — just keep an eye on your mail or account around the payment date.
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Status history
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Disclaimer
SettleSignal 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. You open the official claim form yourself. Only file a claim if the information you provide is accurate.