If you lived at Stonegate Meadows Apartment Complex in Kansas City, Missouri, you may be included in one of four class action settlements totaling $3.98 million.
The good news? Most eligible tenants do not need to file a claim. If you’re included in one of the settlement classes, your payment will be mailed automatically after the settlement receives final approval.
Why Did This Lawsuit Happen?
The lawsuits alleged that various owners and management companies responsible for Stonegate Meadows Apartment Complex failed to maintain the property in a safe, sanitary, and habitable condition.
According to the plaintiffs, tenants were forced to live in unsafe and unhealthy conditions while paying rent.
The defendants deny all allegations and any wrongdoing but agreed to settle the lawsuits to avoid the expense and uncertainty of continued litigation.
Who Qualifies for the Settlement?
Eligibility depends on when you lived at Stonegate Meadows.
You may qualify under one of the following settlements:
| Settlement | Eligible Tenants |
|---|---|
| Johnson v. Stonegate Meadows Apartments LLC, et al. | Leased at Stonegate Meadows from December 1, 2019, through May 5, 2026 |
| Johnson v. Stonegate Meadows, L.P. and Eagle Point Management, LLC | Leased and/or lived at Stonegate Meadows from April 7, 2018, through November 2019 |
| Johnson v. Young Management Corporation | Leased and/or lived at Stonegate Meadows from November 27, 2019, through August 31, 2020 |
| Johnson v. Yarco Company, Inc. | Leased and/or lived at Stonegate Meadows from September 1, 2020, through April 4, 2021 |
How Much Can You Receive?
Payments vary based on the number of months you lived at Stonegate Meadows during the applicable class period.
Each settlement has its own fund:
- $2,000,000 — Johnson v. Stonegate Meadows Apartments LLC, et al.
- $950,000 — Johnson v. Stonegate Meadows, L.P. and Eagle Point Management, LLC
- $700,000 — Johnson v. Young Management Corporation
- $330,000 — Johnson v. Yarco Company, Inc.
After court-approved attorneys’ fees, service awards, administration costs, and other approved expenses are paid, the remaining funds will be distributed among eligible tenants. Generally, the longer you lived at the property during the covered period, the larger your payment may be.
If money remains after the first round of payments, the settlement administrator may conduct a second distribution. Any remaining funds after that would be donated to Legal Aid of Western Missouri.
Your Options
| Option | What It Means | Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Do Nothing | Stay in the settlement and automatically receive a payment if you are eligible. | No action required |
| Update Your Address | If you’ve moved, contact the settlement administrator so your payment is mailed to the correct address. | As soon as possible |
| Exclude Yourself | Opt out of the settlement and keep your right to file your own lawsuit regarding these claims. | July 13, 2026 |
| Object | Tell the Court why you disagree with the settlement while remaining part of the class. | July 13, 2026 |
| Attend the Fairness Hearing | Ask to speak to the Court about the settlement. | August 21, 2026 |
How to File a Claim?
No claim form is required.
Eligible class members will automatically receive a check based on the defendants’ records.
If you’ve moved since living at Stonegate Meadows, you should update your mailing address with the settlement administrator to help ensure your payment reaches you.
Settlement Administrator:
RG/2 Claims Administration LLC
P.O. Box 59479
Philadelphia, PA 19102-9479
Email: [email protected]
If you lived at Stonegate Meadows Apartment Complex during one of the eligible time periods, you may be entitled to a partial rent refund without filing a claim. Make sure your mailing address is current so you don’t miss your payment.
