Overview

Basic information

Litigation

Active legal matters

Material Events

8-K disclosures

SEC Filings

Key regulatory docs

Insider Transactions

Ownership changes

Overview

Basic information

Litigation

Active legal matters

Material Events

8-K disclosures

SEC Filings

Key regulatory docs

Insider Transactions

Ownership changes

AppHarvest, Inc. (APPH) Class Action Lawsuit (September 2021)

Closed

1:21cv7985 • September 24, 2021

Class Period Start

January 31, 2021

Class Period End

November 8, 2021

PSLRA Deadline

November 23, 2021

Case Allegations

10b5

Statutes of Repose

Jan 31, 2024

Country

United States

Court

Federal Court

Settlement Information

Please note that for cases in the settlement stage, claims are handled by the claims administrator and NOT Levi & Korsinsky. Any information or documentation previously provided to us does not constitute submission of a claim. If you need to file a claim, check the status of a claim, or have questions regarding distribution of settlement funds, please contact the claims administrator below.

Claim Deadline

May 22, 2024

Settlement Fund

$4,850,000

Settlement Status

Disbursed

Settlement Class

All persons or entities that purchased or otherwise acquired publicly traded AppHarvest Inc. securities, during the period between February 1, 2021 and August 10, 2021.

Claim Administrator

Strategic Claims Services
In re AppHarvest Inc. Securities Litigation c/o Strategic Claims Services 600 N. Jackson St., Suite 205 Media, PA 19063
+1 400-4__-____
[email protected]

Hearing Date

July 11, 2024

Opt-out Deadline

May 22, 2024

Settlement Note

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Proof Of Claim

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Docket History

Apr 17, 2025

Disbursement Approved

The court has approved the distribution of settlement funds to eligible class members. Investors with approved claims may receive payments from the settlement. If you have questions about your claim or payment, contact the claims administrator.

Jul 11, 2024

Final Approval of Settlement

The court has granted final approval of the settlement. Eligible investors who submit valid claims may receive a payment once the claims review and distribution process is completed.

May 8, 2024

Motion for Final Approval of Settlement

The parties have asked the court to grant final approval of the proposed settlement. The judge will consider whether the settlement should be approved after reviewing the settlement terms and any objections. If approved, eligible investors who submit valid claims may receive a payment after the claims review and distribution process is completed.

Mar 6, 2024

Preliminary Approval of Settlement

The court has granted preliminary approval of a proposed settlement. This means the settlement can move forward for further consideration, but it has not yet received final approval. Potential class members will generally receive notice explaining the settlement, their rights, and any deadlines for submitting a claim, objecting to the settlement, or choosing not to participate.

Mar 6, 2024

Proof of Claim Form

To receive your portion of the recovery (if you are eligible), you must submit this form to the claims administrator by the deadline indicated on the form itself. If you do not submit this form in time, you will not be entitled to compensation. If you have questions about how to complete the form, you should contact the claims administrator.

Feb 20, 2024

Proposed Settlement

Jul 31, 2023

Motion to Dismiss Denied in Part

The court has determined that plaintiffs have adequately alleged some of their claims, but have failed to adequately allege other claims. The judge has therefore denied in part the motion to dismiss filed by defendants and written an order stating which claims are dismissed and which remain. The case will proceed and parties will litigate the remaining claims.

Sep 23, 2022

Motion to Dismiss

After reviewing the complaint(s) filed by plaintiffs, defendants have filed a motion requesting that the court dismiss some or all of the plaintiffs' claims. In a motion to dismiss, defendants might challenge the validity of plaintiffs' claims or adequacy of plaintiffs' pleadings. Once a motion to dismiss is filed, the judge will make a decision on whether part or all of the case should be dismissed or the case can proceed as alleged.

Aug 12, 2022

Third Amended Complaint

A new complaint has been filed on behalf of certain investors in AppHarvest, Inc.. Amended complaints may contain additional facts, parties, allegations, a change in the class definition, etc.

Jul 25, 2022

Second Amended Complaint

A new complaint has been filed on behalf of certain investors in AppHarvest, Inc.. Amended complaints may contain additional facts, parties, allegations, a change in the class definition, etc.

May 2, 2022

Motion to Dismiss

After reviewing the complaint(s) filed by plaintiffs, defendants have filed a motion requesting that the court dismiss some or all of the plaintiffs' claims. In a motion to dismiss, defendants might challenge the validity of plaintiffs' claims or adequacy of plaintiffs' pleadings. Once a motion to dismiss is filed, the judge will make a decision on whether part or all of the case should be dismissed or the case can proceed as alleged.

Mar 2, 2022

First Amended Complaint

A new complaint has been filed on behalf of certain investors in AppHarvest, Inc.. Amended complaints may contain additional facts, parties, allegations, a change in the class definition, etc.

Jan 4, 2022

Scheduling Order

Dec 13, 2021

Appointment of Lead Plaintiff

The court has appointed a lead plaintiff to represent the interests of investors in the lawsuit. The lead plaintiff works with the attorneys handling the case, helps oversee the litigation, and represents the interests of the proposed class.

Sep 24, 2021

First Filed Complaint

A securities fraud class action complaint has been filed on behalf of certain investors in AppHarvest, Inc..

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