McDonald’s hit with class action lawsuit — what it’s about and how the company responded
A class-action lawsuit alleges McDonald’s misled customers about the McRib sandwich, claiming it lacks actual pork rib meat.Summary
McDonald’s is facing a class-action lawsuit filed in Illinois, alleging the company misled consumers about the ingredients in its McRib sandwich. Plaintiffs claim the McRib, despite its name and shape, does not contain pork rib meat but is made from ground pork shoulder, heart, and scalded stomach. The lawsuit argues that the sandwich is priced as a premium item despite using lower-quality pork cuts, and that its limited availability encourages consumers to not scrutinize the ingredients. McDonald’s responded by stating the lawsuit “distorts the facts” and that the McRib is made with 100% pork sourced from U.S. farmers, emphasizing their commitment to quality ingredients and transparency. The suit includes 16 legal claims, including fraud and violations of consumer protection laws in multiple states, and seeks damages, restitution, and an injunction against further deceptive advertising. The McRib, first introduced in 1981, has a history of limited-time returns, which the plaintiffs argue contributes to consumer misconceptions about its contents.
(Source：The Economic Times)