Jonathan Cheban, the longstanding best friend of celebrity Kim Kardashian and widely recognized as “Foodgod,” has recently launched a lawsuit against a Korean Barbecue sauce company. The lawsuit stems from an incident involving a bottle of San-J’s Korean barbecue sauce that Cheban claims caused him injury.
Renowned for his culinary expertise and food-related ventures, Cheban asserts that he sustained cuts to his hand due to a bottle of San-J’s Korean barbecue sauce shattering unexpectedly. Seeking substantial compensation, the lawsuit seeks a staggering $20 million for the repercussions Cheban alleges he faced.
According to court documents, the incident dates back to October 2020 when Cheban purchased the sauce from a supermarket in Jacksonville, Florida. After bringing the sauce home, he stored it in his refrigerator with the intention of using it for a future meal.
The unexpected turn of events occurred during a routine cooking endeavor. Cheban asserts that while preparing dinner, the sauce bottle inexplicably shattered, causing significant lacerations to his hand and resulting in considerable blood loss. Notably, Cheban states that the injury was perilously close to major arteries in his wrist, potentially exacerbating the gravity of the situation.
To substantiate his claims, Cheban has presented photographic evidence within the court documents. The images showcase his hand with visible stitches and a bottle that appears to have its cap seal still intact, suggesting that the incident was unanticipated.
The lawsuit underscores Cheban’s pursuit of compensation for the alleged physical and emotional distress, medical expenses, and other damages he claims to have endured as a result of the incident. The substantial sum of $20 million reflects the severity of the situation as perceived by Cheban and his legal representation.
As the legal proceedings unfold, the case raises questions about product safety and consumer protection, prompting discussions about the responsibilities of companies in ensuring the integrity of their products. The outcome of the lawsuit could potentially set a precedent for similar cases involving product-related injuries and damages.
