Knapp v. Art.com, Inc.

William H. Orrick, United States District Judge

INTRODUCTION

Plaintiff James Knapp brought this class action against Art.com alleging violations of consumer protection laws and unlawful business practices related to its advertising and pricing methods. Nine months later, the parties reached an agreement and sought to settle the case on a classwide basis. The agreement includes electronically distributing a $10 "voucher" to class members who have not opted out and injunctive relief consisting of a promise to abide by the law and implement a compliance program for at least four years.

Of the…