Orange County Skecher's Lawsuit Heats Up

What is believed to be the first products liability case filed in Orange County against Skecher's has finally been answered by the Defendant.  Just last week, the law firm of O'Melveny & Myers filed an answer to the complaint brought by an elderly woman alleging to have been badly injured by a fall from her Skecher's Shape-ups.  That lawsuit was filed by the Law Offices of Paul W. Ralph on behalf of a client who resides and was injured in Orange County.


The lawsuit alleges that the toning shoes at issue, Skecher's Shape-ups, were dangerously designed and no or inadequate warnings were provided to potential consumers.  Beyond that, Skecher's is alleged to have committed certain unfair business practices in that they advertise their toning shoes as being able to: (1)  Promote weight loss, (2)  Tone muscles, (3)  Improve posture, (4)  Reduce stress on knees and ankles, (5)  Strengthen and firm the back muscles, (6)  Tighten abdominal muscles, (7)  Improve blood circulation, (8)  Firm leg muscles, (9)  Tone and firm thigh muscles, (10)  Relieve muscle tension and fatigue, and (11)   Allow the wearer to get in shape without setting foot in a gym.  These claims, the lawsuit alleges, are not supported by reliable testing or sound scientific studies.


A number of similar lawsuits have been filed by consumers around the country, and it remains to be seen which one of these cases will make it to trial first.

In the weeks and months that will follow, in what is almost sure to be a hotly contested suit, the parties will engage in written discovery, as well as the taking of party and witness depositions.  Because the lawsuit filed is venued in Orange County, trial is likely to be scheduled within 12 to 18 months.

Compensation for the victims of dangerously defective products, including toning shoes, should be an important concern for all Californians. When a product, such as toning shoes, causes severe injuries or death, the manufacturer should be held accountable for the injuries and damages they leave behind. An Orange County injury lawyer with experience at handling such cases can make a fair assessment of these claims. Mr. Ralph has 20 years of experience handling personal injury and product liability cases, including just this type. He can be reached at 714-919-4415 for a FREE CONSULTATION.
Have you or a family member been injured by toning shoes?

• This posting should not be construed as legal advice or an opinion on the merit of any particular matter.  A consultation is the best way to obtain an assessment of your potential case.