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What caused a toddler to be burned by coffee at McDonald’s in Oregon?

  • Undercooked fries

  • Broken seat

  • Lack of child safety zone

  • A loose lid

Answer

A loose lid on a coffee cup at McDonald’s in Oregon caused a toddler to be burned. The toddler was drinking from the cup when the lid came off and the hot coffee spilled on her. She was taken to the hospital with burns to her face and chest. The parents of the toddler sued McDonald’s for negligence, and the case was settled out of court.
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