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Geron Corporation Securities Fraud Class Action

CompanyGeron Corporation
CourtUnited States District Court for the Northern District of California
Case Number20-cv-00547
JudgeHonorable William H. Alsup
Class PeriodMarch 19, 2018 through September 26, 2018
Security TypeCommon Stock
StatusSettlement Approved
Value$24,000,000

The settlement of this federal securities fraud class action lawsuit is on behalf of investors who purchased or otherwise acquired Geron Corporation (“Geron”) (NASDAQ: GERN) common stock between March 19, 2018 and September 26, 2018, inclusive (the “Class Period”). 

Geron agreed to pay $24,000,000 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 3, 2023, 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 Geron common stock between March 19, 2018 and September 26, 2018, inclusive. 


How much is the Settlement Payment?
Pro rata payment: The total settlement fund is $24,000,000. 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 July 14, 2023. To submit a claim and/or to find additional information regarding the terms of the settlement and claim filing process, go to www.geronsecuritieslitigation.com or contact the claims administrator, Epiq Class Action & Claims Solutions, Inc., at 1-844-754-5537. 


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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