Fed up with the increase in obesity lawsuits, personal responsibility advocate The Center for Consumer Freedom has suggested Thanksgiving hosts this year might consider having their guests sign a legal waiver, protecting themselves against potential legal action.

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“During this season when food cops, public health activists, and trial lawyers are promoting hysteria about the nation’s expanding waistline, the Center for Consumer Freedom believes that Thanksgiving should remain a holiday for giving thanks and indulging,” the group said.


It suggests dinner hosts download a Thanksgiving Guest Liability and Indemnification Agreement for their guests to sign before the meal.


The Center for Consumer Freedom is a coalition of restaurants, food companies and consumers and is aimed at promoting personal responsibility and protecting consumer choice.

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