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Did Skechers get sued for shape-ups?

Did Skechers get sued for shape-ups?

Skechers Skechers must pay $40 million to people who bought its “toning” shoes, a federal judge has ruled. The settlement covers more than 520,000 claims that the health benefits of some of the company’s shoes, which include the “Shape-Ups” endorsed by Kim Kardashian, were falsely advertised, according to the AP.

Do you wear socks with Skechers memory foam?

The offer support for a good walk with the comfort of a slipper. They can also go in wash to freshen them up. No need for socks.

Can I sue a shoe company?

Suing a shoe manufacturing company for defective footwear Customers can sue the manufacturer only if the footwear that caused their injury was defective, faulty or dangerous before it left the manufacturer’s possession.

What is the deal with Skechers?

The Federal Trade Commission announced that Skechers USA, Inc. has agreed to pay $40 million to settle charges that the company deceived consumers by making unfounded claims that Shape-ups would help people lose weight, and strengthen and tone their buttocks, legs and abdominal muscles.

Do Skechers damage your feet?

As a consequence, Skechers can cause ligament and muscle stresses and strains. The memory foam could take on the ‘memory’ of a poor gait style causing destabilising foot, ankle, knee, hip and lower back pain.

Why is a woman suing skecher Shape ups?

Woman sues Skechers over Shape-ups shoes. Feb. 16, 2011 — — A new lawsuit alleges that Skecher’s Shape-up shoes can cause serious injuries. An Ohio woman is suing the company after developing stress fractures in both hips — which she blames on the shoes. Skecher’s Shape-ups have a distinctive round sole.

What did the FTC say about Skechers Shape ups?

The FTC alleges that Skechers made unsupported claims that Shape-ups would provide more weight loss, and more muscle toning and strengthening than regular fitness shoes.

Who is the actress in the Skechers Shape ups commercial?

Shape-ups ads featuring celebrities including Kim Kardashian and Brooke Burke. Airing during the 2011 Super Bowl, the Kardashian ad showed her dumping her personal trainer for a pair of Shape-ups. The Burke ad told consumers that the newest way to burn calories and tone and strengthen muscles was to tie their Shape-ups shoe laces.

How does a Skechers Shape ups shoe work?

Skechers and its critics do agree on one thing: Shape-ups shoes change the way you walk. A Skechers training video advises wearers to “step forward with the middle section of your heel hitting the ground first. Roll forward onto the ball of your foot and push off with your toes.”

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mkg44Ac9T70