Laid-Off Worker Sues ABC News Over 'Pink Slime' Story

Bruce Smith was one of about 750 people who lost their jobs at Beef Products Inc. after the company took a financial hit following news reports about the product.

 

 

 

 

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (AP) - A former worker at a South Dakota beef processor who was laid off amid decreased sales of lean, finely textured beef is suing ABC News, celebrity chef Jamie Oliver and a food blogger over use of the term "pink slime."

Bruce Smith was one of about 750 people who lost their jobs at Beef Products Inc. after the company took a financial hit following news reports about the product.

Smith is seeking $70,000 in damages.  

BPI earlier sued ABC News for $1.2 billion for defamation. That lawsuit it still pending.

Siegel says she believes she is protected by the First Amendment.

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