Former residents of Lake Pointe Assisted Living—or their legal representatives—may be eligible to receive a cash payment from a $1 million class action settlement.
The lawsuit alleged that Lake Pointe Assisted Living Inc. and Tony Bigler violated North Carolina’s Unfair and Deceptive Trade Practices Act by failing to provide adequate staffing and nutrition in accordance with state regulations. The defendants have agreed to pay $1 million to resolve the claims without admitting wrongdoing.
Who Is Included in the Settlement?
The settlement class includes:
- All individuals who resided at Lake Pointe Assisted Living between December 1, 2014, and October 18, 2018
- Legal guardians or powers of attorney for residents who were legally incompetent
- Heirs of deceased residents
- Identified responsible parties for class members
- Court-appointed administrators, executors, or personal representatives of deceased class members’ estates
If you received a notice about the settlement, you are likely included in the class.
How Much Will Class Members Receive?
Each class member will receive a pro rata share of the net settlement fund. The $1 million fund will be reduced by legal fees, litigation costs, and administrative expenses. The remaining amount will be distributed based on:
- The total number of valid claims
- The number of days each class member lived at Lake Pointe during the eligible period
No Claim Form Required
Eligible class members do not need to submit a claim form to receive a payment. Payments will be mailed to the address where the notice was sent.
If a class member wishes to:
- Update their mailing address
- Choose a digital payment method
- Provide a Social Security number or employer identification number for tax reporting purposes
They may do so by submitting an online form or mailing a completed PDF form to the settlement administrator. The notice ID and confirmation code are required for access.
Mailing Address for Settlement Administrator
Lake Pointe Settlement
c/o Settlement Administrator
1650 Arch St., Suite 2210
Philadelphia, PA 19103
Documentation Requirements
If submitting a claim on behalf of a deceased or incompetent resident, you must provide legal documentation. This may include:
- Power of attorney documentation
- Letters of administration or other legal authority
- Affidavits for heirs, in accordance with North Carolina law
Payment Options
- Paper checks will be mailed automatically to eligible recipients unless a digital payment option is requested.
- Digital payments (e.g., PayPal, Venmo, Zelle, virtual prepaid Mastercard, ACH transfer) require a submitted payment election form.
Breakdown of the $1 Million Settlement Fund
- Settlement administration costs: Up to $30,000
- Attorneys’ fees: $400,000
- Attorneys’ expenses: To be determined
- Payments to eligible class members: Remainder of the fund
Any unclaimed funds will be distributed to Legal Aid of North Carolina, pending court approval.
Key Dates
- Deadline to elect digital payment or update information: October 20, 2025
- Opt-out deadline: October 20, 2025
- Final fairness hearing: December 15, 2025
When Will Payments Be Sent?
Payments will be distributed after the court grants final approval and any appeals are resolved. No exact payment date is currently set, but it is expected to follow shortly after final approval.
Why Was This Lawsuit Filed?
The lawsuit claimed that Lake Pointe Assisted Living failed to meet staffing and nutrition standards required by North Carolina law. The facility was accused of providing substandard care to residents during the covered period.
The defendants denied all allegations but agreed to the settlement to avoid ongoing litigation costs and uncertainty. The settlement is not an admission of liability.
Sources
Settlement Status: Open for Claims
Payment Amount: Varies
Deadline to File or Update Information: October 20, 2025
Please be aware that your claim form will be rejected if it contains fraudulent information. By submitting your information and your sworn statement of its accuracy, you are agreeing to do so under penalty of perjury. Submitting false information not only jeopardizes your claim but also affects others who are genuinely eligible for the settlement. If you are uncertain about your eligibility for this class action settlement, please visit the class action administrator’s website for more information. Note that NoProofClassActions.org participates in the Amazon affiliate advertising program, and this post may include affiliate links, which could result in us earning a commission if you make a purchase through those links.
