
(DailyEmailNews.com) – In a surprising new legal development, Subway, a giant in the fast-food industry known for its “Eat Fresh” slogan, is facing a massive class-action lawsuit after clients have complained that the company’s sandwiches contain far less meat than advertised.
The lawsuit accuses Subway of false advertising by overstating the meat content in its sandwiches.
A lawsuit filed in Brooklyn federal court targets Subway’s Steak & Cheese sandwich, which allegedly contains far less meat than advertised.
Plaintiff Anna Tollison claims she paid $7.61 for a sandwich that contained nearly 200% less meat than Subway’s marketing promised.
Her claim is part of a broader class action seeking compensation for New Yorkers who’ve purchased similar sandwiches over the last three years, alleging that Subway violated consumer protection laws.
The core issue in the complaint is that Subway sandwiches, which advertise a hearty amount of meat, provide more bread and less filling.
This issue becomes especially pressing amidst inflationary pressures and high food prices, leaving consumers to question the value and integrity of their purchases from companies that promise more than they deliver.
Tollison’s lawyer, Anthony Russo, called the ads “an egregious example of the type of advertising we’re trying to stop.”
The lawsuit could compel Subway to adjust its advertising methods, ensuring future promotions genuinely reflect what’s actually being sold in their shops.
This comes on the heels of previous allegations against Subway concerning its foot-long sandwiches, which didn’t measure up but ended in a dismissal back in 2017.
“[This is] an egregious example of the type of advertising we’re trying to stop,” said Tollison’s lawyer Anthony Russo, cited by The New York Post.
Subway’s recent acquisition by Roark Capital has brought additional attention to the brand, but so far, neither the company nor its new owners have commented on the lawsuit.
This reticence mirrors the response to previous dismissed suits against McDonald’s, Wendy’s, and Taco Bell for similar allegations.
However, the fast-food titan may not remain silent for long, considering a related ongoing lawsuit against Burger King in Miami.
The current lawsuit poses a challenge not only to Subway but to the entire fast-food industry’s marketing strategies.
If courts rule against Subway, it may prompt these businesses to ensure authenticity in their advertising, affected by high consumer expectations and economic pressures.
Subway, headquartered in Connecticut, continues to face scrutiny as it juggles with legal challenges and potentially transformative industry expectations.
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