Calif. TJ Maxx, Marshalls, & HomeGoods Deceptive Pricing Settlement

The TJX Companies Inc. has agreed to a $8.5 million class action settlement over allegations that T.J. Maxx, HomeGoods, and Marshalls stores use misleading price tags.

Customers who purchased one or more items from a T.J. Maxx, Marshalls, or HomeGoods store in California between July 17, 2011 and Dec. 6, 2017, can file a claim to receive either a merchandise store credit or cash from this class action settlement.

The T.J. Maxx class action lawsuit, filed in July 2015, alleged T.J. Maxx’s use of the phrase “Compare At” on price tags was deceptive. Plaintiffs Staci Chester and Daniel Friedman argued that the “Compare At” prices were false and misleading about the actual price of comparable items at other stores.

The class action lawsuit says comparative pricing used at T.J. Maxx, HomeGoods, and Marshalls deceives consumers into falsely believing they are saving considerable amounts on items purchased.

While the T.J. Maxx website defined the “Compare At” price as buying staff’s estimate, the actual price tags include no such explanation. The lawsuit charged T.J. Maxx with unfair business practices, fraudulent business practices, unlawful business practices, false advertising, and with violating California’s Consumer Legal Remedies Act.

Class Members who submit a valid claim will receive a TJX Merchandise Credit. The amount of the credit will be determined by the total number of claims filed. The credit will be valid only in California stores. Claimants will have the option of exchanging an unused Merchandise Credit for cash in the amount equal to 75 percent of the credit.

TJX Companies also agreed to change pricing disclosures on its website and on signs in California stores, and to take additional measures to ensure the company complies with California’s price comparison advertising regulations.

The T.J. Maxx deceptive pricing class action settlement was granted preliminary approval on Dec. 5, 2017. Class Members have until April 9, 2018 to object or opt out of the settlement.

Who’s Eligible

All persons who purchased one more items from a T.J. Maxx, Marshalls, or HomeGoods store in California between July 17, 2011 and Dec. 6, 2017, with a TJX price tag that included a “Compare At” price, and who have not received a refund or credit for all of their purchases.

Potential Award

TJX Merchandise Credit.

Class Members who file a valid and timely claim will receive a TJX Merchandise Credit. The amount of the credit will be pro rata, based upon the money left in the $8.5 million settlement fund after court-approved fees and expenses. Unused Merchandise Credits may be returned to the settlement administrator and exchanged for cash in an amount equal to 75 percent of the credit.

Proof of Purchase

No proof of purchase required. Class Members must submit a Claim Form in order to receive a Merchandise Credit

Claim Form

CLICK HERE TO FILE A CLAIM »

NOTE: If you do not qualify for this settlement do NOT file a claim.

Remember: you are submitting your claim under penalty of perjury. You are also harming other eligible Class Members by submitting a fraudulent claim. If you’re unsure if you qualify, please read the FAQ section of the Settlement Administrator’s website to ensure you meet all standards (Top Class Actions is not a Settlement Administrator). If you don’t qualify for this settlement, check out our database of other open class action settlements you may be eligible for.

Claim Form Deadline

4/9/2018

Case Name

Staci Chester, et al. v. The TJX Companies Inc., et al., Case No. 5:15-cv-01437, in the U.S. District Court for the Central District of California

Final Hearing

5/14/2018

UPDATE: The Calif. TJ Maxx, Marshalls, & HomeGoods Deceptive Pricing Settlement was granted final approval on May 14, 2018. Let Top Class Actions know when you receive a merchandise in the comments section below or on our Facebook page.

UPDATE 2: As of June 5, 2018, several appeals to the The Calif. TJ Maxx, Marshalls, & HomeGoods Deceptive Pricing Settlement have been filed. Claims will not be paid until all appeals are exhausted.  We appreciate your ongoing patience. Top Class Actions will continue to provide updates as we learn more.

UPDATE 3: As of August 7, 2018, all appeals to the Calif. TJ Maxx, Marshalls, & HomeGoods Deceptive Pricing Settlement have been dismissed.  It is not known how quickly claims will be paid. Let Top Class Actions know when you receive a merchandise in the comments section below or on our Facebook page.

UPDATE 4: On Dec. 3, 2018, Top Class Actions readers started receiving gift cards worth as much as $27.53 from the TJ Maxx, Marshalls, & HomeGoods deceptive pricing settlement.

Settlement Website

www.TJXSettlement.com

Claims Administrator

TJX Settlement Claims Administrator
c/o JND Legal Administration
PO Box 6878
Broomfield, CO 80021
855-225-9282
info@TJXSettlement.com

Class Counsel

Douglas Caiafa
DOUGLAS CAIAFA A PROFESSIONAL LAW CORPORATION

Christopher J. Morosoff
LAW OFFICE OF CHRISTOPHER J. MOROSOFF

Greg K. Hafif
LAW OFFICE OF HERBERT HAFIF

Defense Counsel

Craig Cardon
Jay T. Ramsey
SHEPPARD MULLIN RICHTER & HAMPTON LLP

John P. Bueker
Aliki Sofis
ROPES & GRAY LLP