Liebeck v. McDonald’s Restaurants (1994)

{
  "id": "MLC-T-LAW-003032",
  "term": "Liebeck v. McDonald’s Restaurants (1994)",
  "field": "Law",
  "definition": "A landmark product liability case where a jury awarded substantial damages to Stella Liebeck, who suffered severe burns from spilled hot coffee purchased at a McDonald's drive-thru. The case highlighted issues of corporate responsibility, product warnings, and the concept of punitive damages. It is often cited in discussions about tort reform and frivolous lawsuits, despite the jury finding McDonald's 80% at fault.",
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/law/liebeck-v-mcdonalds-restaurants-1994/"
}