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The Truth About the Lawsuit Over Hot McDonald’s Coffee
Season 1
Episode 7
The long-running debate over frivolous lawsuits took shape years ago after McDonald’s coffee spilled into a woman’s lap and she was awarded millions in damages. Her complaint sounded frivolous. But the facts told another story.
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