A Houston man has filed a lawsuit against Whataburger, seeking up to $1 million in damages for what appeared to be a simple request: a burger without onion. On July 24, 2024, Demery Ardell Wilson ordered his burger onion-free due to his allergy but was served one that included the ingredient, leading to an allergic reaction, as per KHOU reports.
Wilson's reaction was severe enough to necessitate medical attention for "serious personal injuries." Suing for negligence and the sale of a "defective" product, Wilson's legal team claims the ordeal caused him physical pain and mental anguish, along with the financial burden of medical treatment and physical impairment. FOX 26 adds that the extent of Wilson's meal in question is not clear, or what it specifically entailed.
The Whataburger incident isn't Wilson's first rodeo with fast-food litigation. Previously, in 2024, he sued Sonic over a similar issue where a location in Cypress, Texas, allegedly included onions in his burger. This past week, Sonic pushed back, seeking a jury trial and requiring Wilson to prove his claims.
Wilson has filed this latest claim in Harris County court in April, suggesting that his string of lawsuits might signal a larger issue within fast-food chains' attention to customer dietary restrictions and order accuracy, although some may perceive this as an individual finding litigious avenues following unpleasant experiences.
