Starbucks Sued Over Non-Dairy Milk Surcharge

A $5 million class-action lawsuit accuses Starbucks of discriminating against lactose-intolerant customers by charging extra for non-dairy milk options.

Starbucks faces a $5 million class-action lawsuit for charging extra for non-dairy milk, alleging discrimination against lactose-intolerant customers.
The lawsuit, filed by three California residents, claims the surcharge violates the Americans with Disabilities Act and California civil rights law.
Attorneys argue that the cost of non-dairy milk is comparable to dairy, challenging the justification for the surcharge.
Starbucks defends its pricing policy, stating customers can customize beverages with non-dairy milk for an additional charge, similar to other customizations.
Previous lawsuits on similar grounds against Starbucks and Dunkin' have been filed, indicating a broader challenge to surcharges on non-dairy alternatives.