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Weird Things I Can Sue For<\/h1>\n
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\n By Susan Buckner, J.D.<\/a> | Legally reviewed by Melissa Bender, Esq.<\/a>\n | Last reviewed\n
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People have filed lawsuits over surprisingly odd grievances. While many of these cases were dismissed or lost, some resulted in settlements or sparked debate about consumer rights and legal boundaries. These unusual suits highlight the importance of legal counsel and the fine line between a valid claim and a frivolous one.<\/p>\n\n <\/div>\n\n

We are a litigious society. State courts handle more than 100 million lawsuits each year. Add another 400,000 cases in federal courts. That’s more than one lawsuit for every three Americans.<\/p>\n

While some court cases may seem outright ridiculous, many have resulted in settlements or even victories. We highlight a few of them in this article.<\/p>\n

To learn more about whether you might have a possible claim, check FindLaw’s Can I Sue pages<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Before we get started, note that many of the plaintiffs here did not have legal representation. If you believe you have a case, you should consult an attorney<\/a> before you go to court. You may avoid the embarrassment of filing a frivolous lawsuit.<\/p>\n

Cutting the Cheese<\/h2>\n

A woman in Florida sued Kraft Foods, claiming misrepresentation and false advertising in their Velveeta Shells & Cheese cups. Specifically, the plaintiff claimed it took longer than three and a half minutes to prepare the macaroni and cheese snack because the label didn’t include the time necessary to tear off the paper lid, pour in water, and stir the contents.<\/p>\n

Plaintiff Amanda Ramirez had been suing for $5 million on behalf of herself and all other similarly situated plaintiffs. The judge said the plaintiff now understood that the time on the label only refers to the cooking time, not the prep time. Sometimes, people need things explained to them.<\/p>\n

You’re Not Really What You Eat<\/h2>\n

Tort lawsuits<\/a> against food and beverage manufacturers have hit the courts. Customers want to believe what they see, so false advertising and breach of contract cases are common.<\/p>\n