Doe v. Carhartt, Inc.

What this case is about

A group of consumers is suing Carhartt, the well-known workwear clothing company, alleging that the company engaged in racially discriminatory practices in violation of federal civil rights law. The plaintiffs claim that Carhartt treated customers differently based on their race, potentially in areas such as access to products, services, or equal treatment in retail settings. The lawsuit is brought under a federal statute that protects individuals from racial discrimination in contracts and commercial transactions. The proposed class likely consists of individuals who experienced similar discriminatory treatment by Carhartt during their interactions with the company, whether online or in physical store locations. The plaintiffs are seeking legal remedies for the alleged civil rights violations they experienced as consumers.

What happens next

The case is in its earliest stage. The defendant has not yet responded. Class certification — the court's decision on whether the case can proceed as a class action — typically takes 12 to 24 months after filing. See our FAQ for how class actions work and what it means to be a class member.

Source: CourtListener docket entry. This summary was generated automatically from the public docket and has not been reviewed by an attorney. It may contain errors and may not reflect subsequent filings. Published by Access Law Group; responsible attorney Bogdan Enica, Esq..