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Kohl’s has agreed to pay $6.15 million to settle allegations that the retailer invented “original” prices for sale items as a way to deceive customers into thinking they were getting a steep discount.
The Kohl’s class action settlement was granted initial approval last month after U.S. District Judge R. Gary Klausner found the terms of the deal to be “fair and reasonable.”
According to court documents, Kohl’s will send all customers, who file a valid and timely Claim Form, an equal portion of the settlement fund on a store gift card.
In addition, Kohl’s has also agreed to “enhance and expand programs designed to promote legal compliance including enhanced pricing compliance computer systems and pricing compliance training for employees in the relevant buying office.”
Lead plaintiff Steven Russell filed the Kohl’s class action lawsuit last June after claiming to have made purchases on at least 15 different Kohl’s shopping trips.
Russell alleged that the merchandise he bought was not sold at the “original” price within the three months prior to purchase, which he said was in violation of California law.
Kohl’s denies that it used “fake sale” price comparison, or any other wrongdoings, but agreed to settle to avoid the cost of further litigation.
Those individuals who want to object or be excluded from the Kohl’s settlement must do so by Aug. 9, 2016.
Who’s Eligible
The Kohl’s class action settlement includes all Class Members who, while in the State of California between June 11, 2011 and April 11, 2016, bought one or more items from Kohl’s that was marked at a discount of at least 30 percent off of the “original” or “regular” price.
Potential Award
Kohl’s Gift Card.
Class Members who file a Claim Form will receive a Kohl’s Gift Card with a portion of the $6.15 million Settlement Fund, after Court expenses are paid.
Proof of Purchase
N/A.
While a proof of purchase is not required, Class Members must file a Claim Form to benefit from this settlement.
Claim Form
Claim Form Deadline
08/09/2016
Case Name
Russell v. Kohl’s Department Stores Inc., et al., Case No. 5:15-cv-01143, in the U.S. District Court for the Central District of California
Final Hearing
09/12/2016
UPDATE: On September 12, 2016, the court granted the Kohl’s Fake Sale settlement final approval. Let Top Class Actions know when you receive a check in the comments section below or on our Facebook page.
UPDATE 2: On October 11, 2016, an appeal to the Kohl’s settlement was 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: The appeals to theKohl’s Fake Sale Class Action Settlement were resolved on March 5, 2019. It is not known how quickly claims will be paid. Top Class Actions will let our viewers know as soon as we learn payment is in the mail.
UPDATE 4: On Nov. 6, 2019, Top Class Actions viewers started receiving gift cards in the mail from the Kohl’s settlement worth $10. Congratulations to everyone who filed a valid claim and got PAID!
Settlement Website
Claims Administrator
Russell v. Kohl’s Department Stores, Inc.
Claims Administrator
P.O. Box 30218
College Station, TX 77842-3218
1-844-851-4589
Class Counsel
Douglas Caiafa
DOUGLAS CAIAFA, A PROFESSIONAL LAW CORPORATION
Christopher J. Morosoff
LAW OFFICE of CHRISTOPHER J. MOROSOFF
Defense Counsel
James F. Speyer
E. Alex Beroukhim
Ryan Light
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163 thoughts onKohl’s Fake Sale Class Action Settlement
This is the email I got today in response to asking for an update
Hello,
The Settlement has been objected to and is still being appealed. We do not know when the appeal may be resolved or when vouchers may become available to the class. Please continue to visit this settlement website for future updates.
Best Regards,
Ethan
Russell v. Kohl’s Department Stores, Inc.
c/o KCC LLC
844-851-4589
TCA can we please get an update on this one please? Admin is not responding to my emails and it has been over 2 years/ almost 3 since the appeal so there must be some new info by now.
What’s the word on this one?
Any news?
Any update TCA?
Any new udates
I talked to the attorney he told me the certificates will go out in about 40 days. I also found a you tube clip of the last court appearance for your reference.
Link for the clip?
I just received an email from the info@kohls email address. I did ask when it will be completed, but that question was jumped over.
They did say that it will be a Kohl’s store gift card. No date known when it’ll be mailed yet.
Maybe the attorneys would have more info.
DOUGLAS CAIAFA, A PROFESSIONAL LAW CORPORATION
Thank you for the information!
This is the pasted email I finally received today from ADMIN:
Hello,
The Settlement has been objected to and appealed. While on appeal claims processing and distribution are on hold, as terms of the settlement are subject to change.
We do not know when the appeal may be resolved or when vouchers may become available to the class. When more information becomes available it will be added to the settlement website,www.KohlsSettlement.com, regarding updates.
Your patience is greatly appreciated as this process can take a significant amount of time.
Regards,
Ethan
Russell v. Kohl’s Department Stores, Inc.
c/o KCC LLC
844-851-4589
http://www.KohlsSettlement.com
_________________________
So basically nothing new here and they plan to keep this going for a while. Best to just forget this one for a while.
The appeal was thrown out. They are assessing new lawyer fees.
The District Court’s attorneys’ fees award was vacated and remanded. The District Court must consider objections and make a new attorneys’ fees award.
Can you explain in laymen’s terms what this means?
Yes! I Agree! We would actually like an update on the claimants claims status rather than what the lawyers are getting. TCA can we get an update on OUR claim please???I have tried emailing this admin but it has been weeks and no response.