Woman in South Carolina Initiates Legal Action Against Dolls Connected to Adult Website

In a surprising turn of events, toy giant Mattel has recalled its "Wicked"-themed dolls following a packaging error that led to the inclusion of a pornographic website's address. The lawsuit, filed by Judy McGuire from South Carolina, alleges that the misprint on the packaging caused her daughter to stumble upon explicit content, leading to emotional distress.

The issue came to light when a man in Indiana purchased a "Wicked" doll in November, only to find an inappropriate link on the packaging. Upon investigation, it was discovered that the listed website had nothing to do with the Wicked Doll and instead displayed pornographic advertisements.

The misprinted "Wicked Dolls" were sold before the correction was made, causing concern among consumers and retailers. In response, Mattel expressed gratitude for their understanding and patience during the recall process. If certified as a class action, other persons who purchased the affected dolls could be entitled to compensation.

The lawsuit seeks compensation of up to $5 million for emotional distress, among other damages. Mattel, however, remains tight-lipped about the ongoing litigation, only confirming that the dolls have been recalled.

The recalled dolls are now back on sale with correct packaging. The "Wicked Dolls" are currently available for sale at retailers online and in stores. The strong consumer demand for the "Wicked Dolls" led to the recall being made to meet this demand, with the correct domain for the website now being "wickedmovie.com."

The plaintiff purchased a "Wicked" doll for her underage daughter, who later showed her mother the inappropriate images, causing both to be horrified. The lawsuit alleges that the scenes included "hardcore, full-on nude pornographic images depicting actual intercourse."

Mattel has issued an apology for the error and has assured consumers that the misprint did not affect the value or play experience of the product. The company has expressed its commitment to ensuring the safety and appropriateness of its products, particularly those aimed at children.

The scenes are no longer visible on the "wicked.com" homepage, which requires visitors to affirm they are 18 or over. The incident serves as a reminder for consumers to be vigilant when purchasing products, especially those intended for children, to ensure they are age-appropriate and safe.

Woman in South Carolina Initiates Legal Action Against Dolls Connected to Adult Website