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Lost or expired settlement check: how to get it reissued

Settlement checks look like junk mail, and many expire fast. If yours is gone or past its date, you can often still get paid.

Step 1: find the administrator

The administrator name is on the check, the envelope, or the official settlement site. Search the settlement name plus "administrator" and use the official site only.

Step 2: ask for a reissue

1. Contact the administrator by the phone or form on the official site.
2. Give your name, mailing address, and claim ID.
3. Ask for a reissue, and for an electronic payment if offered.

Step 3: if the fund is closed

Leftover money is sometimes sent to state unclaimed property. Search your state on our unclaimed property list and read how to find unclaimed money in your name.

Avoid this next time

Choose PayPal, Venmo, or direct deposit on the claim form when you can. Electronic payments do not expire in a drawer.

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Frequently asked questions

How long is a settlement check good for?

Many settlement checks are void after 90 to 180 days. The date is usually printed on the check.

Can I get a new check if mine expired?

Often yes. Contact the administrator before the fund is closed and ask for a reissue. Some settlements allow one reissue.

What happens to money from uncashed checks?

It may go to a second distribution, a charity named by the court, or to state unclaimed property, depending on the settlement terms.

I threw away a check by mistake. What do I do?

Contact the administrator with your name, address, and claim ID and ask them to void and reissue it.