New Balance
Per Person
$10–$50
Total Fund
$2.3 million
Deadline
Oct 27, 2014
Filed
Jan 1, 2013
Plaintiffs alleged New Balance misled consumers through domestic manufacturing claims attached to shoes containing imported materials. Consumers argued branding encouraged premium pricing based upon perceived American production standards. New Balance denied wrongdoing while agreeing to settle claims and revise labeling disclosures. The lawsuit reflected broader litigation involving origin labeling practices.
Consumers who purchased certain New Balance shoes marketed using “Made in USA” branding qualified for compensation. Eligible footwear allegedly contained substantial foreign-made components despite domestic manufacturing representations. Consumers generally qualified through purchase verification or retailer records. Purchasers across multiple states became eligible.