A delivery driver in Los Angeles has won $50 million in a lawsuit after suffering severe burns when a Starbucks drink spilled on his lap at a California drive-through.
A Los Angeles jury awarded Michael Garcia $50M after he suffered severe burns from hot tea spilled at a Starbucks drive-through. The incident was caught on security footage, showing Garcia’s immediate reaction after receiving a tray of drinks.
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Michael suffered severe burns after a venti-sized Starbucks tea spilled on his lap on Feb. 8, 2020. His injuries included severe burns, nerve damage, and permanent harm to his genitals. He has undergone multiple surgeries and continues to endure pain and PTSD.
Garcia’s attorneys said the injuries were permanent and life-changing. The jury determined a Starbucks employee failed to secure the hot drink properly in a takeout tray.
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Starbucks disagreed with the ruling, vowing to appeal. In a statement, they wrote, “We disagree with the jury’s decision that we were at fault for this incident and believe the damages awarded to be excessive”
“We have always been committed to the highest safety standards in our stores, including the handling of hot drinks.”
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