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Gatos Silver, Inc. Securities Fraud Class Action

CompanyGatos Silver, Inc.
CourtUnited States District Court for the District of Colorado
Case Number22-cv-00453
JudgeHonorable Philip A. Brimmer
Class PeriodOctober 28, 2020 through January 25, 2022
Security TypeSecurities
StatusSettlement Approved
Value$21,000,000

The settlement of this federal securities fraud class action lawsuit is on behalf of investors who purchased or otherwise acquired Gatos Silver, Inc. (“Gatos”) (NYSE: GATO) (1) common stock between October 28, 2020 and January 25, 2022, inclusive (the “Class Period”) ; and/or (2) publicly traded call options on Gatos common stock and/or sold publicly traded put options between December 9, 2020 and January 25, 2022, inclusive.

Gatos agreed to pay $21,000,000 to resolve this class action lawsuit alleging the company and certain of its officers and/or directors violated federal securities laws by making false or misleading statements.

What’s the status of the Settlement? 
On October 15, 2024, the Court granted Final Approval of the Class Action Settlement. This action has concluded. 

Who can file a claim?
The settlement class includes all persons or entities who:

  • Purchased or otherwise acquired Gatos common stock between October 28, 2020 and January 25, 2022, inclusive;
  • Acquired Gatos call options between December 9, 2020 and January 25, 2022, inclusive; and/or
  • Sold Gatos publicly traded put options between December 9, 2020 and January 25, 2022, inclusive.


How much is the Settlement Payment?
Pro rata payment: The total settlement fund is $21,000,000. The amount each class member receives will depend on several factors, including:

  • The number of valid claims submitted
  • The number of shares purchased and sold
  • The dates of purchase and sale
  • The price paid for the shares and the price received upon sale


How do I file a claim?
The deadline to file a claim was June 19, 2024. To submit a claim and/or to find additional information regarding the terms of the settlement and claim filing process, go to www.gatossecuritieslitigation.com, or contact the claims administrator, Epiq Class Action & Claims Solutions, Inc., at 1-877-757-6172.

If you wish to discuss this action or have any questions, please contact Kessler Topaz Meltzer & Check, LLP: Jon Naji, Esq. (484) 270-1453; toll-free at (844) 887-9500; or via e-mail at info@ktmc.com

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