A jury in Los Angeles awarded Postmates driver Michael Garcia $50 million after he suffered severe burns from a hot tea spill at a Starbucks drive-thru. The jury found that a barista failed to secure the drink properly, causing it to fall into Garcia's lap and inflict third-degree burns. Attorney Nick Rowley criticized Starbucks for prioritizing profit over safety, while the company disagreed with the verdict and plans to appeal. Garcia's injuries were deemed unavoidable by expert testimony, and he received extensive medical treatment for his burns.
Starbucks continues to prioritize profit over the health and safety of its customers, said attorney Nick Rowley, highlighting the company’s negligence in securing drinks.
Despite being repeatedly warned about the dangers of improperly secured drinks, they chose to ignore safety, emphasizing ongoing concerns about the company’s practices.
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