Hot Topic false sale class action settlement

A Hot Topic settlement resolves claims the retailer violated California and Oregon law by advertising its products with misleading discounts.

The settlement benefits California residents who purchased one or more products on Hot Topic’s website between March 15, 2019, and July 29, 2024.

The settlement also benefits Oregon residents who purchased one or more products on Hot Topic’s website between Aug. 25, 2022, and July 29, 2024.

According to the class action lawsuit, Hot Topic deceived customers with advertised discounts that did not actually represent true sales or savings on purchased items. Plaintiffs in the case argue these false sales violated California and Oregon laws.

Hot Topic is a pop culture merch and clothing store.

Hot Topic hasn’t admitted any wrongdoing but agreed to a settlement to resolve the false advertising class action lawsuit.

Under the terms of the Hot Topic settlement, each class member can receive $10. Claimants can receive their settlement benefits as cash payments, a check or electronic payment or as store credits that can be used online at HotTopic.com.

The deadline for exclusion and objection is Sept. 27, 2024.

The final approval hearing for the settlement is scheduled for Nov. 5, 2024.

To receive a Hot Topic settlement payment, class members must submit a valid claim form by Oct. 27, 2024.

Who’s Eligible

California residents who purchased one or more products on Hot Topic’s website between March 15, 2019, and July 29, 2024, AND Oregon residents who purchased one or more products on Hot Topic’s website between Aug. 25, 2022, and July 29, 2024.

Potential Award

$10

Proof of Purchase

N/A

Claim Form

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

10/27/2024

Case Name

Jamie Zuccaro v. Hot Topic Inc., Case No. 3:23-cv-1242, in the U.S. District Court for the District of Oregon

Catherine Moody, et al. v. Hot Topic Inc., Case No. 5:23-cv-00447, in the U.S. District Court for the Central District of California

Final Hearing

11/05/2024

Settlement Website

HotTopicClassAction.com

Claims Administrator

Zuccaro, et al. v. Hot Topic, Inc.
c/o Kroll Settlement Administration LLC
PO Box 225391
New York, NY 10150-5391
833-739-5615

Class Counsel

Simon Franzini
DOVEL & LUNER LLP

Defense Counsel

Robyn Bladow
KIRKLAND & ELLIS LLP