An Australian teenager’s picture of a Subway “Footlong” sandwich next to a tape measure has gone viral, inspiring three lawsuits in the United States.
The lawsuits, one filed in Illinois, a second in New Jersey and the third in Philadelphia, each claims the restaurant franchise sells sandwiches that are an inch short of a foot.
Given the millions of such sandwiches sold each year in the United States, damages could be more than $5 million, said Thomas Zimmerman, an attorney for the plaintiffs.
“This is no different than buying a dozen eggs and getting 11,” Zimmerman said. “You’re buying a dozen inches and only getting 11.”
Class-action status
The lawsuits, which are seeking class-action status, are also suing for compensatory damages and injunctive relief for deceptive advertising .
“We have redoubled our efforts to ensure consistency and correct length in every sandwich we serve,” Subway spokeswoman Alison Goldberg said. “Our commitment remains steadfast to ensure that every Subway Footlong sandwich is 12 inches at each location worldwide.” – (Reuters)