McDonald's McRib Sandwich Lawsuit Allowed to Proceed

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By William Smith • Updated Nov 1, 2026 at 02:35

McDonald's must face lawsuit alleging McRib contains no rib meat - upi — McDonald's McRib Sandwich Lawsuit Allowed to Proceed

McDonald's is being sued over allegations that the McRib sandwich does not contain rib meat as advertised. A judge has allowed the lawsuit to proceed, with claims that the sandwich's ingredients are misleading. The case raises issues about ingredient representation in fast food products. The ruling comes as McDonald's faces other legal challenges related to the McRib. The lawsuit was filed by consumers who claim the sandwich does not meet its advertised description.

“The lawsuit was filed by consumers who claim the sandwich does not meet its advertised description,” — Nadia Ashcombe, policy watcher at Ashcroft Worth Group, added during the briefing.

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Oct 30 — McDonald's is being sued over allegations that the McRib sandwich does not contain rib meat as advertised....

Nov 1 — The lawsuit was filed by consumers who claim the sandwich does not meet its advertised description....

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