The ABC News producers obtained jobs at two Food Lion grocery stores by submitting fraudulent job applications with false references and work histories. They secretly videotaped store operations with hidden cameras and aired a report alleging unsafe food handling practices. Food Lion sued ABC for fraud, trespass, and unfair business practices. A court found ABC liable for fraud for the false job applications and trespassing for secretly videotaping in non-public areas without permission. The case established that journalists are not exempt from laws like trespassing and deception.