NBC Sued By Viewer That Puked Watching Fear Factor - GoFuckYourself.com

KRL · 01-07-2005, 10:29 AM

Bout time someone went after this idiotic show.

NBC SUED BY FEAR FACTOR VIEWER

CLEVELAND - A viewer is suing NBC for $2.5 million, contending that he threw up because of a "Fear Factor" episode in which contestants ate rats mixed in a blender.

Austin Aitken told The Associated Press he watches "Fear Factor" often and had no problem with past installments where the reality show's participants ate worms and insects in pursuit of a $50,000 prize ? but eating rats went "too far."

"It's barbaric, some of the things they ask these individuals to do," Aitken said Thursday.

Aitken's handwritten lawsuit contends the rat-eating made his blood pressure rise, resulting in being dizzy and lightheaded ? and vomiting. Because he was disoriented he ran into a doorway, "causing suffering, injury and great pain."

Asked why he didn't shut off his television before the rat-eating segment, Aitken said he couldn't do it quick enough.

NBC responded with a brief statement: "We believe that the claim is completely without merit."

Aitken, a 49-year-old part-time paralegal, said he wants to send a message to NBC and other networks with the lawsuit. He said he isn't concerned with winning a cash judgment in court.

"I just put any figure. You really think I expect to get $2.5 million?" he said.

r3ap3r · 01-07-2005, 10:33 AM

It amazes me to see what people would do for money. Fear Factor is an awesome show.

Manowar · 01-07-2005, 10:34 AM

such a sue friendly nation. people need to toughen up.

galleryseek · 01-07-2005, 10:35 AM

fucking absurd. if you're watching a show like fear factor in the first place, be prepared to see some gross shit.

they really need to make a law for people like this. those who wish to sue on an ignorant base, are subject to public beatings by way of council majority vote.

candyflip · 01-07-2005, 10:36 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by r3ap3r

It amazes me to see what people would do for money. Fear Factor is an awesome show.

Did you read the last sentence of that paragraph? It's not at all about money.

xclusive · 01-07-2005, 10:38 AM

LOL what did he think the show was about?

Vitasoy · 01-07-2005, 10:40 AM

lol Hes the one who choose to watch the show.

01-07-2005, 10:46 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by candyflip

Did you read the last sentence of that paragraph? It's not at all about money.

Ya, sounds like he wants censorship. I would respect him more if he was just trying to make a quick buck.

Jon2 · 01-07-2005, 10:47 AM

People will sue for anything these days...

And they win

Jon

tony286 · 01-07-2005, 10:48 AM

thats to fucking funny and sad at the same time.

Paco, of Large Cash. · 01-07-2005, 10:48 AM

Hmm ... where can I collect? I puke just at the near mention of shows as such.

Oops, see there I go again.

So that is 2.5million times ....

dready · 01-07-2005, 10:48 AM

Hahah, I love it.

pornguy · 01-07-2005, 10:49 AM

No it is about the money. Because he knows that there is a chance that he can get a jury of women that are easy to make sick to their stomach, and they will award that and more.

VeriSexy · 01-07-2005, 10:51 AM

LOL don't watch it if you can't handle it, OMG

VeriSexy · 01-07-2005, 10:53 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by candyflip

Did you read the last sentence of that paragraph? It's not at all about money.

BULLSHIT!!!

axelcat · 01-07-2005, 10:53 AM

the second round of that show is pretty sick

abadfish · 01-07-2005, 10:59 AM

Not about the money...hahahahahahah... He knows 2.5mil isn't a whole lot to NBC but it is to him, thats why he chose that amount. I don't want to see people eat rats either... thats why I don't watch fear factor!

jacked · 01-07-2005, 11:05 AM

what a cocksucker guess the FCC is gonna step in... there goes fear factor....

The Sultan Of Smut · 01-07-2005, 11:05 AM

So, the during the whole leadup to the drinking of the rats, and including (I'm assuming) a commercial break right before the big event, this asshole deciceded to keep his fat ass in the chair and then allegedly pukes. Oh ya and walks into a door causing injury. HA HA WTF!!! I think the two fat chicks that sued McDonald's had a better chance and they even lost.

Strife · 01-07-2005, 11:15 AM

Sueing over stupid things like this is the American way

nnweb · 01-07-2005, 11:19 AM

Fucking people.

Hey lets sue the movie studios because their movies scared us!

Screaming · 01-07-2005, 11:20 AM

now that is funny, but i agree they go way to far on that show, well on most shows

clickhappy · 01-07-2005, 11:24 AM

Do people actually like the gross out parts of that show?
I like the challenges when they compete, then they have to eat plended dog penis with maggots and I just turn it off.
People like watching that part?

mardigras · 01-07-2005, 11:37 AM

I get nauseous when someone insists on watching NBC's sitcoms, maybe I should be contacting the atty...

woj · 01-07-2005, 11:41 AM

another bullshit lawsuit... They could start putting warnings before the show though, or do they do that already?

robfantasy · 01-07-2005, 11:45 AM

can i sue MTV because watching The Real World makes me puke

QuaWee · 01-07-2005, 11:49 AM

wow, people are so sue happy. everyone is looking for a quick buck

wes · 01-07-2005, 11:50 AM

need to toughen up indeed.

Fucksakes · 01-07-2005, 11:51 AM

Im going to sue krl for making me read this, i feel off my bed and landed into my puke.

j/k

liquidmoe · 01-07-2005, 11:54 AM

If its not about the money, and its not about censorship, because he has to understand that for some people even the actions that didnt cause him to throw up would be considered too far by some, then what exactly is this lawsuit for/or about?

the alchemist · 01-07-2005, 11:57 AM

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Originally Posted by woj

another bullshit lawsuit... They could start putting warnings before the show though, or do they do that already?

I think they already do... this is just another idiot who doesn't know how to change channel... I seriously hope FCC won't even bother responding to that. You don't like it? Don't watch it!

dcortez · 01-07-2005, 12:14 PM

If I were living in a developing nation and got a glimpse of that show, I would have a very grim view of any nation which finds that entertaining (while the majority of the world population is struggling to survive).

And if that nation sets foot on my soil to try and 'civilize' my people by bringing their 'culture' I would resist it with all my might.

My comment is not about expectation of being cared for by those who have means.

Anyone can do whatever they choose with their resources (be generous or live in a gated society).

My point is that there are enough blatent examples (like this show, highest illiteracy, record obesity and illness) that 'western living' is not necessarily acceptable by all (even many westerners) and certainly it is reasonable to understand why some nations would fight with their lives to resist the onslaught of this style of life (and what it seems to bring).

Back on point, does the show have a disclaimer warning that there are potentially puke-worthy moments ahead for some?

If so, then they can show what they want and the viewer can choose whether they want to risk upchucking supper.

I fully support 'objective disclosure' of what the show has so everyone can make their own 'subject choices'. Beyond that, they can produce whatever they want.

-Dino

BlackCrayon · 01-07-2005, 01:19 PM

the ppl on fear factor are pathetic fucks. i'd sooner do double anal.

Drake · 01-07-2005, 01:40 PM

Strange. The Brady Bunch has the same effect on me. I'm sueing.

Magg · 01-07-2005, 01:43 PM

He wrote a 4 page lawsuit by hand, lol

Manowar · 01-07-2005, 01:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BlackCrayon

the ppl on fear factor are pathetic fucks. i'd sooner do double anal.

that will probably be featured on an upcoming episode

dennisthemenace · 01-07-2005, 02:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Manowar

such a sue friendly nation. people need to toughen up.

werd.

Gunni · 01-07-2005, 02:41 PM

anyone have a link to the rat eating?

jigg · 01-07-2005, 03:23 PM

let me guess. ... he was fat and had the remote stuck up his ass and couldn't change the channel so he puked his latest food intake ....... that's why we have fucking remotes. TURN THE FUCKING CHANNEL OFF

SykkBoy · 01-07-2005, 03:42 PM

I usually masturbate to that show...especially when some hot chick as to eat something disgusting (I've seen some of the dicks that porn chicks have to suck and they are far more nasty than a blender full of rats)

and, yes, I find the show highly entertaining...and sometimes arousing...

CybermedAndy · 01-07-2005, 04:50 PM

CNN mentioned how they contacted him, but he refused to do any interviews unless they were paid.

Fucking sue-happy douchebag.

flashfire · 01-07-2005, 04:53 PM

my GF almost pukes everytime its on...we're in the money

Rantan · 01-07-2005, 04:55 PM

if you don't like it, don't watch it....

DogsandBigCats · 01-07-2005, 04:56 PM

This example just shows what this country is coming to. It is amazing the kind of stupid bullshit people can sue over. I watch fear factor all the time and I love the show and seeing people eating disgusting shit doesn't bother me in the least! Anybody who THROWS UP at watching shit on TV needs help. Weak minded losers. Besides that, to sue a company because you THREW UP?!!!! Give me a fucking break!!

KRL · 01-07-2005, 07:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Magg

He wrote a 4 page lawsuit by hand, lol

Slick · 01-07-2005, 07:53 PM

I'm gonna sue both "Tub Girl" and "Goatse" for making me sick. I think that I should be able to get a million off each of them

01-07-2005, 10:29 AM	#1
KRL Entrepreneur Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: USA Posts: 31,429	NBC Sued By Viewer That Puked Watching Fear Factor Bout time someone went after this idiotic show. NBC SUED BY FEAR FACTOR VIEWER CLEVELAND - A viewer is suing NBC for $2.5 million, contending that he threw up because of a "Fear Factor" episode in which contestants ate rats mixed in a blender. Austin Aitken told The Associated Press he watches "Fear Factor" often and had no problem with past installments where the reality show's participants ate worms and insects in pursuit of a $50,000 prize ? but eating rats went "too far." "It's barbaric, some of the things they ask these individuals to do," Aitken said Thursday. Aitken's handwritten lawsuit contends the rat-eating made his blood pressure rise, resulting in being dizzy and lightheaded ? and vomiting. Because he was disoriented he ran into a doorway, "causing suffering, injury and great pain." Asked why he didn't shut off his television before the rat-eating segment, Aitken said he couldn't do it quick enough. NBC responded with a brief statement: "We believe that the claim is completely without merit." Aitken, a 49-year-old part-time paralegal, said he wants to send a message to NBC and other networks with the lawsuit. He said he isn't concerned with winning a cash judgment in court. "I just put any figure. You really think I expect to get $2.5 million?" he said. __________________ If you would like to develop your domains, you can lease inexpensive foreign labor from the leaders in the field at iWebmasters.com TO LOWER YOUR COSTS AND INCREASE YOUR PRODUCTION! * * * * * * * * * * * * Domains Adult News KRL's Newsletter Biz Tips Just Listed Domains

01-07-2005, 10:33 AM	#2
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Manowar jellyfish Join Date: Dec 2003 Posts: 71,528	such a sue friendly nation. people need to toughen up.

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galleryseek Confirmed User Industry Role: Join Date: Mar 2002 Posts: 8,234	fucking absurd. if you're watching a show like fear factor in the first place, be prepared to see some gross shit. they really need to make a law for people like this. those who wish to sue on an ignorant base, are subject to public beatings by way of council majority vote.

01-07-2005, 10:47 AM	#9
Jon2 So Fucking Banned Join Date: Aug 2001 Posts: 2,875	People will sue for anything these days... And they win Jon

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tony286 lurker Industry Role: Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: atlanta Posts: 57,021	thats to fucking funny and sad at the same time.

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Paco, of Large Cash. Confirmed User Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: --> . <-- Posts: 2,267	Hmm ... where can I collect? I puke just at the near mention of shows as such. Oops, see there I go again. So that is 2.5million times ....

01-07-2005, 10:49 AM	#13
pornguy Too lazy to set a custom title Industry Role: Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Homeless Posts: 62,911	No it is about the money. Because he knows that there is a chance that he can get a jury of women that are easy to make sick to their stomach, and they will award that and more. __________________ PornGuy skype me pornguy_epic AmateurDough The Hottes Shemales online! TChicks.com \| Angeles Cid \| Mariana Cordoba \| MAILERS WELCOME!

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abadfish Confirmed User Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: WA Posts: 1,482	Not about the money...hahahahahahah... He knows 2.5mil isn't a whole lot to NBC but it is to him, thats why he chose that amount. I don't want to see people eat rats either... thats why I don't watch fear factor!

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The Sultan Of Smut Confirmed User Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Vancouver Posts: 4,325	So, the during the whole leadup to the drinking of the rats, and including (I'm assuming) a commercial break right before the big event, this asshole deciceded to keep his fat ass in the chair and then allegedly pukes. Oh ya and walks into a door causing injury. HA HA WTF!!! I think the two fat chicks that sued McDonald's had a better chance and they even lost.

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01-07-2005, 11:19 AM	#21
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01-07-2005, 11:20 AM	#22
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clickhappy Confirmed User Industry Role: Join Date: Mar 2004 Posts: 4,027	Do people actually like the gross out parts of that show? I like the challenges when they compete, then they have to eat plended dog penis with maggots and I just turn it off. People like watching that part?

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01-07-2005, 11:54 AM	#30
liquidmoe Confirmed User Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: NY Posts: 4,994	If its not about the money, and its not about censorship, because he has to understand that for some people even the actions that didnt cause him to throw up would be considered too far by some, then what exactly is this lawsuit for/or about? __________________ Take Luck!

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dcortez DINO CORTEZ™ Industry Role: Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Vancouver Island Posts: 2,145	If I were living in a developing nation and got a glimpse of that show, I would have a very grim view of any nation which finds that entertaining (while the majority of the world population is struggling to survive). And if that nation sets foot on my soil to try and 'civilize' my people by bringing their 'culture' I would resist it with all my might. My comment is not about expectation of being cared for by those who have means. Anyone can do whatever they choose with their resources (be generous or live in a gated society). My point is that there are enough blatent examples (like this show, highest illiteracy, record obesity and illness) that 'western living' is not necessarily acceptable by all (even many westerners) and certainly it is reasonable to understand why some nations would fight with their lives to resist the onslaught of this style of life (and what it seems to bring). Back on point, does the show have a disclaimer warning that there are potentially puke-worthy moments ahead for some? If so, then they can show what they want and the viewer can choose whether they want to risk upchucking supper. I fully support 'objective disclosure' of what the show has so everyone can make their own 'subject choices'. Beyond that, they can produce whatever they want. -Dino

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Drake Hello world! Industry Role: Join Date: Mar 2003 Posts: 12,508	Strange. The Brady Bunch has the same effect on me. I'm sueing.

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jigg Confirmed User Join Date: Feb 2002 Posts: 2,527	let me guess. ... he was fat and had the remote stuck up his ass and couldn't change the channel so he puked his latest food intake ....... that's why we have fucking remotes. TURN THE FUCKING CHANNEL OFF __________________ ...... eight,eight,two,eight,eight,four,two ......

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