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NYPD Officer Sues McDonald's Over Scalding Coffee Incident

2/13/2026

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NYPD officer Gerard Salvia is suing McDonald's after second-degree burns from a spilled coffee in October.
The suit says the coffee lacked a proper lid, causing burns on his leg and ongoing pain.
Salvia reports effects such as scarring, and his wife also sues for loss of companionship and medical expenses.
The case recalls the 1992 Stella Liebeck suit, in which Liebeck initially won $2.7 million before a confidential settlement.

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NYPD officer Gerard Salvia is suing McDonald's after second-degree burns from a spilled coffee in October.
The suit says the coffee lacked a proper lid, causing burns on his leg and ongoing pain.
Salvia reports effects such as scarring, and his wife also sues for loss of companionship and medical expenses.
The case recalls the 1992 Stella Liebeck suit, in which Liebeck initially won $2.7 million before a confidential settlement.