Furious Lawsuit Challenges McDonald’s For False Menu Advertising

A class-action lawsuit has been filed against McDonald’s, accusing the fast-food giant of false advertising regarding its McRib sandwich. Plaintiffs argue that the sandwich’s name and appearance intentionally mislead customers into believing it contains pork ribs, when in reality it’s made from a “reconstructed meat product” with no significant quantity of rib meat. The lawsuit claims the use of the word “rib” implies a more premium cut of meat, deceiving consumers. McDonald’s maintains the McRib is made with 100% pork.

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(Source：The Daily Beast)