US: Coke hit with California lead lawsuit
By just-drinks.com editorial team | 17 May 2006
Coca-Cola Co. has become the latest soft drinks giant to face a lawsuit over the alleged use of lead in labels on its products.
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Coca-Cola Co. has become the latest soft drinks giant to face a lawsuit over the alleged use of lead in labels on its products.

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