Robinson v Des Moines Public Schools
African American applicants whose job applications were affected by Des Moines Public Schools' criminal background check practices alleged to have violated the Iowa Civil Rights Act.
African American applicants whose job applications were affected by Des Moines Public Schools' criminal background check practices alleged to have violated the Iowa Civil Rights Act. Checked against the official settlement source by SettleSignal on July 4, 2026.
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African American applicants whose job applications were affected by Des Moines Public Schools' criminal background check practices alleged to have violated the Iowa Civil Rights Act.
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- Eligibility the official settlement website · Jun 16, 2026
- Official claim link the official settlement website · Jul 4, 2026
- Court case the official settlement website · Jul 4, 2026
- Payment status the official settlement website · Jun 22, 2026
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Eligibility summary
African American applicants whose job applications were affected by Des Moines Public Schools' criminal background check practices alleged to have violated the Iowa Civil Rights Act.
Verified Jun 16, 2026 · against the official settlement website
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Payment status
Payment pending
Verified Jun 22, 2026 · against the official settlement website
The Final Approval Order was entered on August 1, 2025.
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Court
DISTRICT COURT FOR POLK COUNTY STATE OF IOWA
Verified Jun 22, 2026 · against the official settlement website
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Official claim URL
www.dmpsclassactionsettlement.com
Verified Jul 4, 2026 · against the official settlement website
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Court case number
LACL136651
Verified Jul 4, 2026 · against the official settlement website
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Case name
Robinson, et al. v. Des Moines Public Schools
Verified Jul 4, 2026 · against the official settlement website
Common questions
Is the Robinson v Des Moines Public Schools settlement legitimate?
Yes — the Robinson v Des Moines Public Schools settlement is a real claims process that SettleSignal tracks from its official source. It proceeds under case LACL136651 in DISTRICT COURT FOR POLK COUNTY STATE OF IOWA. File only through the official settlement website (www.dmpsclassactionsettlement.com); a genuine settlement administrator never charges a fee to file. SettleSignal last checked this record against the official source on July 4, 2026. Always confirm the current details on the official site before filing.
Who may qualify for this settlement?
African American applicants whose job applications were affected by Des Moines Public Schools' criminal background check practices alleged to have violated the Iowa Civil Rights Act.
What is the current payment status?
Current payment status: Payment pending. Payments are issued by the administrator after the court process concludes.
When will Robinson v Des Moines Public Schools 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 Robinson v Des Moines Public Schools claim form?
The official claim form is hosted by the settlement administrator. Use the 'Open official claim form' button on this page — never pay a fee to file.
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