8-K

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C.  20549

FORM 8-K

CURRENT REPORT

Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the

Securities Exchange Act of 1934

Date of Report (Date of Earliest Event Reported):  June 9, 2011

AARON’S, INC.

(Exact name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter)

Georgia	1-13941	58-0687630
(State or other Jurisdiction of Incorporation)	(Commission File Number)	(IRS Employer Identification No.)

309 E. Paces Ferry Road, N.E. Atlanta, Georgia	30305-2377
(Address of principal executive offices)	(Zip code)

Registrant’s telephone number, including area code:  (404) 231-0011

Not Applicable

(Former name or former address, if changed since last report)

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Item 7.01 Regulation FD Disclosure.

On June 9, 2011, Aaron’s, Inc. (the “Company”) announced its plans to appeal an adverse trial verdict in a lawsuit the Company is defending in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Illinois.  A press release regarding the case is filed herewith as Exhibit 99.1.

Item 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits.

(d)           Exhibits

Exhibit No.	Description
99.1	Press Release of the Company dated June 9, 2011.

SIGNATURES

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

		AARON’S, INC.
	By:	/s/ Gilbert L. Danielson
		Gilbert L. Danielson
		Executive Vice President and Chief Financial
Date:  June 9, 2011		Officer

EX-99.1

Contact: Gilbert L. Danielson

Executive Vice President

Chief Financial Officer

404-231-0011

Aaron’s, Inc. Plans to Appeal Verdict in Action by Former Employee

ATLANTA, June 9, 2011 — Aaron’s, Inc. (NYSE: AAN) announced today that the Company plans to appeal a verdict involving a former Aaron’s manager who allegedly sexually harassed a co-worker. The Company stated that the award does not accurately reflect the evidence presented in the case.

The verdict, which consisted of approximately $90 million in damages awarded to the plaintiff, was rendered in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Illinois.  Of the total damages awarded, $50 million exceeds the maximum award permitted by law.

“Aaron’s is extremely disappointed with the jury’s verdict and believes that the award does not accurately reflect the evidence that was presented in this case,” said Chad Strickland, Vice President of Associate Resources for Aaron’s, Inc.  “We feel strongly that this verdict is the result of a decision made by a classic runaway jury, and because of that we are confident that the damages will be greatly reduced. We intend to appeal the verdict and seek a fairer and more equitable outcome.”

Mr. Strickland said the alleged acts the jury determined were engaged in by the former Aaron’s manager “are not only completely inconsistent with everything our Company believes in and stands for, but are also far outside the scope of his employment and were never condoned by the Company.”

Throughout the Company, Aaron’s insists on the proper treatment of employees, regardless of their employment position, location or work status. All management employees are fully trained in appropriate workplace practices. Additionally, all employees are trained in how to report their concerns about workplace practices.  Aaron’s does not tolerate an inappropriate or disrespectful work environment.

“Aaron’s is committed to establishing and building a strong, professional and respectful employee culture, in every community we serve and in every store we operate,” said Robin Loudermilk, President and CEO.

Statements in this news release that are not historical facts are “forward-looking statements” that involve risks and uncertainties.  Statements in this release that are forward-looking include Aaron’s expectations regarding the results of the appeals process.  Due to inherent uncertainty in litigation and other risks and uncertainties, including any set forth in Aaron’s filings with the Securities & Exchange Commission from time to time, actual results could differ materially from Aaron’s expectations expressed in its forward-looking statements.

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