Tan v. Columbia Sportswear Company

What this case is about

Consumers are suing Columbia Sportswear, alleging that the outdoor clothing and gear company misled shoppers about its pricing practices. The plaintiffs claim that Columbia advertised fake or inflated original prices for its products, making discounts appear larger than they actually were. In other words, the company allegedly listed a higher "regular" price that items were never genuinely sold at, then promoted a "sale" price to create the false impression that customers were getting a significant deal. The proposed class includes consumers who purchased Columbia Sportswear products at what were represented as discounted prices during a certain time period, believing they were receiving a genuine markdown from a legitimate original price.

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..