KFC sues 3 firms for rumors on social media

Fast-food chain says companies spread false claims on food quality, seeks compensation

Fast food giant KFC said on Monday that it has filed lawsuits against three Chinese companies, whose social media accounts spread false claims about the quality of its food.

KFC, a unit of the United States-based Yum Brands Inc, said lawsuits have been brought against 10 public accounts of the three companies that spread rumors and it has asked for 3.5 million yuan ($564,500) in compensation.