The McDonald's 'Beef Fries' Controversy
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This case study was compiled from published sources, and is intended to be used as a basis for class discussion. It is not intended to illustrate either effective or ineffective handling of a management situation. Nor is it a primary information source.
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Case Details:
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| Case Code |
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BECG017 |
For delivery in electronic format: Rs. 300;
For delivery through courier (within India): Rs. 300 + Rs. 25 for Shipping & Handling Charges
ThemesEthics in Business |
| Case Length |
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12 Pages |
| Period |
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1993 - 2001 |
| Pub. Date |
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2002 |
| Teaching Note |
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Available |
| Organization |
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McDonald's, Shiv Sena, Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP), Bajrang Dal |
| Industry |
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Food, Beverages and Tobacco |
| Countries |
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India |
Abstract:
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The case examines the controversy involving the global fast food major McDonald's, which was accused of wrongfully selling its French fries as 100% vegetarian products when they contained beef flavoring.
It explores in detail the events that led to the controversy and the company's reactions to the allegations.
The case also discusses the eventual settlement of the lawsuit with the company paying damages to vegetarian groups and accepting that it had gone wrong.
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Issues:
» Corporate owning up responsibility for a mistake and making amends to those affected, Legal, ethical, social and moral implications of a decision taken by a company
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Keywords:
McDonald, French fries, 100% vegetarian, beef, allegations, lawsuit, paying damages, vegetarian, cases, case study
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