Skechers to pay up to $45 million in deceptive advertising claims

LOUISVILLE, KY. (WDRB) -- Kentucky and 43 other states have reached a $45 million settlement with Skechers USA over claims of deceptive advertising.

Those claims involve the company's rocker-bottom shoes. "Skechers has made millions from a deceptive advertising campaign that couldn't deliver on its promises to consumers," Kentucky Attorney General Jack Conway said in a news release.

The state says Skechers made claims that its shoes could let people lose weight, burn calories, and improve circulation, among other health benefits.

Up to $40 million will go to people who bought the shoes, with another $5 million going to the states. The District of Columbia and Federal Trade Commission are also part of the settlement. Skechers has denied any wrongdoing.

Consumers who purchased Shape-Ups, Tone-Ups, or the Skechers Resistance Runner should go to www.ftc.gov/skechers or call 1-866-325-4186 to determine if they are eligible for a partial refund.

Potential refunds for eligible consumers vary from $20 to $80 per pair of shoes.