CATrends: Deceptive Pricing Tactics
What consumers need to watch out for this holiday shopping season.
Kamik Winter Boots
Case Name (Date)
Jackson et al. v. Genfoot America, Inc.
22-cv-36, D.N.H.
(Jan. 2022)
Product/Service
Kamik winter boots
Allegations
Misleadingly marketing boots as “Made in USA” when at least one primary component – the outsole – is imported
Status
Settled
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