Submit a Claim - Claim Instructions

In order to share in the proceeds from the AFSCME bankruptcy claim, you must submit a completed Claim Form and W-9 Tax Form. You must fill out all applicable information on both forms and submit them to the Claims Administrator no later than December 31, 2025. Failure to completely fill out the forms or provide all necessary information may result in a denial of your claim.

  • If you received a Claim Form and W-9 Tax Form in the mail: Please complete both of those forms and submit them to the Claims Administrator.
  • If you are filing a claim on behalf of a Deceased Former Employee: Please download the Deceased Former Employee Claim Form from the Important Documents page and submit that form, along with a completed W-9 Tax Form and supporting documentation, to the Claims Administrator.
  • If you did not receive a Claim Form and W-9 Tax Form in the mail but believe to be eligible to share in the proceeds of this bankruptcy claim: Please download the Non-List Claim Form from the Important Documents page and submit that form, along with a completed W-9 Tax Form and supporting documentation, to the Claims Administrator.

All completed forms (and supporting documentation, if applicable) must be submitted by December 31, 2025. Failure to timely submit the forms will result in you not sharing in the proceeds.


How to File Online:

After clicking the button below, you will be asked to upload a copy of your Claim Form, W-9 Tax Form, and any other applicable documents. If you plan on filing online, please have all of your documentation ready before you begin, as you will not be able to save your progress and return later to finish.

If you are submitting any supporting documentation, please submit copies of the documents. Do not submit original versions of any supporting documents. Supporting documentation should be clear, readable copies, as they will not be returned to you. Please keep copies of everything you submit, as your claim may be reviewed, and you could be asked to provide additional information to process the claim.

After submitting your documents online, you will receive an email with a confirmation code for your completed claim submission. Be sure to keep your confirmation email and confirmation code, and refer back to them if you have any questions about your Claim Form.


How to File by Email:

Fill out, sign, and date the Claim Form and W-9 Tax Form, then email the forms and any other supporting documentation to the following email address:

info@CityofDetroitBankruptcyClaim.com

After submitting your claim by email, you will receive a confirmation email within 48 hours to confirm receipt of your claim submission.

How to File by Mail:

Fill out, sign, and date the Claim Form, then mail the Claim Form to the following address:

City of Detroit Bankruptcy Claim
c/o Epiq
PO Box 5439
Portland, OR 97228-5439