https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/mcdonald-s-must-face-lawsuit-over-mcrib-us-judge-rulesContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/mcdonald-s-must-face-lawsuit-over-mcrib-us-judge-ruleshttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/mcdonald-s-must-face-lawsuit-over-mcrib-us-judge-rules#u177136Thu, 05 Nov 2026 09:38:55 +0000A federal judge rejected a request from McDonald to dismiss a proposed class action lawsuit regarding its McRib sandwich. Plaintiffs accused the fast food giant of consumer fraud, alleging that the sandwich misleads customers by containing no actual rib meat and featuring patties intentionally shaped with ridges to resemble pork ribs. McDonald attempted to halt the legal action, but the court ruled that the case can proceed. The sandwich has been sold periodically by the restaurant chain since 1981.Why it mattersThe litigation centers on consumer expectations regarding fast food marketing and