Panera's 'Charged Lemonade' Faces Second Death Lawsuit
Panera is facing two wrongful-death lawsuits accusing the company of misleading customers with its marketing and description of its Charged Lemonade, a high-caffeine beverage. The latest lawsuit comes from the family of a 46-year-old man who suffered a fatal cardiac event after consuming the lemonade. The lawsuit claims that Panera knew or should have known that the drink could harm individuals with certain health conditions. This follows a previous lawsuit filed by the parents of a 21-year-old woman who died after drinking the lemonade. Panera has defended the safety of its products and stated that the lawsuits are without merit.