Williams-Sonoma
TINA.org investigated Williams-Sonoma and found that seven of its websites — Williams-Sonoma, Williams-Sonoma Home, Rejuvenation, Pottery Barn, PBteen, Pottery Barn Kids and West Elm — were marketing products as made…
Rejuvenation’s “Free Shipping Site-Wide” Claims
Case Name (Date)
Kermani et al. v. Williams-Sonoma, Inc. and Rejuvenation Inc.
24-cv-8994, C.D. Cal.
(Oct. 2024)
Product/Service
Merchandise on the Rejuvenation website, including a Steele laundry hamper
Allegations
Falsely advertising “Free Shipping Site-Wide” without disclosing the terms, restrictions, and exclusions that apply to the promotion
Status
Pending
Legal Action
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