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GPB Securities Settlement — Investor Claim Guide
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GPB Securities Settlement Claim Guide

Clear, concise steps to file your claim and maximize accuracy.

Investor: Emmons
Prepared for: Racalvin The Pirate King (Grudge Studio)
Prepared by: JZ Network Legal Research
Date: November 11, 2025
This guide is informational and not legal advice.

1) Your Claim Snapshot

Based on the figures you provided, your claimable net loss is:

Calculation
  • Original Investment: $100,000.00
  • Less Receivership Payment: $27,722.17
  • Less GPBA‑NQ Recovery: $11,333.39
Claimable Net Loss: $60,944.44
What to enter on your claim form
  • Investment amount and date(s)
  • Prior recoveries:
    • $27,722.17 (Receivership)
    • $11,333.39 (GPBA‑NQ)
  • Any dividends you actually received (if any)
  • Calculated loss: $60,944.44

Note: If you received any “dividend” payments, list the total; those reduce loss as they were returns of capital.

2) How the Settlement Pays Out

The $46,000,000 auditor settlement is distributed pro‑rata: you receive a share proportional to your net loss compared to the class’s total net losses.

Formula

Your Recovery = (Your Net Loss / Total Class Losses) × $46,000,000

Actual payout depends on total approved claims, fees, and court‑approved deductions.

3) File Your Claim — Step by Step

  1. Gather documents:
    • Investment confirmation showing $100,000 and date(s) (e.g., May 5, 2017)
    • Proof of prior recoveries: $27,722.17 (Receivership), $11,333.39 (GPBA‑NQ)
    • Statements showing any “dividends” actually received (total amount)
    • Most recent account statement for your GPB holdings (if any remain)
  2. Complete the claim form online or by mail (see Contact & Links below).
  3. Enter your numbers exactly as shown in your documents. For “Net Loss,” use $60,944.44 unless dividends change that amount.
  4. Upload/attach all supporting documents. Keep copies for your records.
  5. Submit before the deadline and save your confirmation.
Deadline

Claim submission deadline: November 14, 2025.

4) Contact & Submission Details

Claim Website (Online Filing)

www.GPBSecuritiesSettlement.com

Claims Administrator (Phone)

Epiq Class Action & Claims Solutions
(888) 550‑9942

Mailing Address (Paper Claims)

GPB Securities Settlement
c/o Epiq Class Action & Claims Solutions
P.O. Box 2916
Portland, OR 97208‑2916

Use the official claim form and mail by the deadline; keep proof of mailing.

5) Who’s Who (from the Court Filings)

Core Individuals
  • David Gentile — GPB founder/CEO; control person.
  • Jeffry Schneider — Ascendant founder; co‑owner of GPB via DJ Partners.
  • Mark D. Martino — CEO of Ascendant Strategies; prior Axiom CEO.
Entities (selected)
  • GPB Capital Holdings, LLC — General partner/investment adviser.
  • Ascendant Capital / Ascendant Strategies — Lead distributor/broker.
  • DJ Partners LLC / MR Ranger LLC — Ownership vehicles (Gentile/Schneider; Martino).
  • Phoenix American Financial Services — Fund administrator (investor statements/paymaster).
Auditor Defendants (settled to create the $46M fund)
  • RSM US LLP
  • Crowe LLP
  • CohnReznick LLP
  • EisnerAmper LLP
  • Margolin Winer & Evens LLP
  • Withum Smith+Brown, PC

Source: Consolidated Complaint, W.D. Tex., Case 1:19‑cv‑01050‑LY (selected excerpts).

6) What Actually Matters for Your Claim

  • Provable net loss is key: investment minus all cash you received (dividends, distributions, recoveries).
  • Dividends count as returns of capital for loss math, even if they were described as “income.”
  • Documentation drives approval: attach statements and confirmations for every number you enter.
  • No double recovery: amounts already received from receivership or other settlements reduce your claim.

7) One‑Page Filing Checklist

  • Claim form completed (online or paper) before November 14, 2025
  • Investment confirmation for $100,000 (date(s) shown)
  • Proof of Receivership payment $27,722.17
  • Proof of GPBA‑NQ recovery $11,333.39
  • Total dividends/distributions received (if any), with proof
  • Computed net loss $60,944.44 (unless dividends adjust this)
  • Kept copies and submission confirmation for your records

8) Quick FAQs

Can I claim “lost dividends” I was promised?

Generally no. Claims are based on actual money lost, not hypothetical returns. If you didn’t receive promised payments, they usually are not added as damages unless the settlement explicitly allows it (this one pays pro‑rata for net losses).

Do I list dividends I received?

Yes. They reduce net loss because they were returns of your capital, not genuine profits.

Do I need a lawyer?

Not to file a claim. If your situation is complex or disputed, consult counsel.

9) Appendix — Your Numbers

Item Amount (USD) Notes
Original Investment $100,000.00 Investment confirmation
Receivership Recovery ($27,722.17) Attach proof
GPBA‑NQ Recovery ($11,333.39) Attach proof
Dividends/Distributions Received (if any) ($0.00) Update if applicable
Claimable Net Loss $60,944.44 Enter on claim form

If you find any additional cash received, update the table and recompute: Net Loss = $100,000 − (all cash received).

Disclaimer: This document summarizes publicly filed allegations and settlement procedures for your convenience. It is not legal advice. Always rely on the official Notice, Claim Form, and settlement website for final instructions.
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