Lawsuit accuses Chicago-based McDonald's of deception on grounds that McRib has no rib meat
A lawsuit alleges McDonald's deceptively markets its McRib sandwich, claiming it contains no actual rib meat despite its name and shape.Summary
A class-action lawsuit filed against Chicago-based McDonald's accuses the company of false advertising regarding its McRib sandwich. Plaintiffs argue that the name “McRib” leads consumers to believe the sandwich contains pork rib meat, when in fact it is made from ground pork shoulder, heart, tripe, and scalded stomach. The lawsuit claims the sandwich’s shape is deliberately designed to resemble ribs, further reinforcing this misconception.
Plaintiffs contend that actual pork rib meat is a premium cut, and the McRib, despite lacking it, is priced accordingly. They assert that McDonald's knowingly deceives customers into paying a premium for a lower-quality, restructured meat product. The lawsuit seeks to halt the deceptive marketing practices and obtain damages for the plaintiffs.
McDonald's responded with a statement asserting the lawsuit distorts facts and claims are inaccurate, emphasizing their commitment to quality ingredients and transparency. They state the McRib is made with 100% pork sourced from U.S. farmers and suppliers and does not contain ingredients like pork hearts, tripe, or scalded stomach. The McRib, first introduced in 1981, has become a cult favorite despite being removed from menus and reintroduced several times.
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