It angered customers and has caused a flurry of debate over what constitutes deceptive advertising, and what makes for a frivolous lawsuit.

This was a frivolous lawsuit and silly news story.

A congressional committee noted that employers can respond to frivolous lawsuits by suing the employee for attorneys' fees and other sanctions allowable under state law.

These no-win, no-fee firms have little incentive to take on frivolous lawsuits.

Newsrooms would spend valuable time and money constantly defending themselves against frivolous lawsuits, as claimants would have nothing to lose when bringing suits.