U.S.-based brands available at discounted prices for Presidents’ Day: L.L.Bean, Lodge, Craftsman, and others
As President’s Day nears, there’s a spotlight on American-owned brands that are offering deals on a variety of items like cookware, clothing, and grills. Discounts are reaching up to 20%, which is quite a bit if you’re looking at a new grill or some cozy boots. For instance, LLBean has women’s boots at 33% off, […]
Skechers sues L.L.Bean for allegedly copying patented shoe designs
Sneaker giant Skechers has filed a lawsuit against outdoor clothing retailer L.L. Bean, alleging that the retailer illegally copied its patented shoe designs. California-based Skechers, one of the world’s largest shoe makers, alleged in a complaint filed Monday night in Manhattan federal court that L.L.Bean stole two of its patented “heel cup” designs that surround […]
L.L.Bean announces layoffs, reduced call center hours
LLBean is reportedly cutting staff and shortening call center hours in response to an increase in customers shopping online. As of July 15, the outdoor clothing and equipment brand will only allow shoppers to call its support line for four hours each day. Business hours will be significantly reduced from the current 16 hours a […]