Author: McKenna Madison Coveny
“many of the organic producers are small, locally owned establishments. While this is wonderful on some levels, they often lack the established GMPs and HACCP that larger industrial manufacturers and producers have. In our work on a couple of the Mexican-style restaurant outbreaks, we recently noticed that ‘sourcing locally’ can be a challenge.”
USDA’s FSIS Strengthens Measures Against Listeria in Ready-to-Eat Meat and Poultry Products October 13, 2023 In a significant move to enhance food safety, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced stronger measures to protect consumers from Listeria monocytogenes (Lm) in ready-to-eat (RTE) meat and poultry products. The new regulations aim to improve transparency and allow for more proactive prevention of Listeria contamination in the food supply chain. When asked if this action is in response to the recent spat of food borne illness outbreaks, including a noted deli-meat Listeria outbreak – Ron Simon, the nation’s…
Yes, there are lawyers in the United States who specialize in E. coli and Salmonella litigation. These types of cases fall under personal injury law, specifically dealing with foodborne illnesses, product liability, and food safety issues. And while there are many lawyers who advertise they can do a food poisoning case, like a car wreck, there are only two or three food poisoning law firms who do nothing but food poisoning – most of which are E. coli, Salmonella, Listeria, Vibrio, Cyclospora, or Norovirus – though there are other pathogens. Note: Two Law Firms that Work Together to File California…
Is Food Poisoning on the Rise, or is Progress Being Made? There is some evidence suggesting a decline in food poisoning rates in the United States, though the trends can vary depending on the source and the specific pathogen involved. On top of that, it appears that 2024 was a year with some very prominent food poisoning outbreaks – According to the nation’s leading food poisoning lawyer, Ron Simon: “its hard to look at 2024 objectively, when we have a slew of McDonald’s Quarter Pounder E. coli lawsuits being filed at the same time that there are numerous Boar’s Head…
“Listeria is, arguably, the most dangerous of the common food borne bacteria. It is able to get past some of the body’s most impressive barriers, including the blood-brain barrier and the neo-natal barrier, and it is spread so easily. It grows rapidly, even in refrigeration, and is common in lunch meats and unpasteurized dairy products.”
Escherichia coli (E. coli) is a bacterium found in the intestines of humans and animals. While most strains are harmless, some, like Shiga toxin-producing E. coli (STEC), can cause severe food poisoning. A serious complication of STEC infection is hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS), a potentially life-threatening condition affecting the blood and kidneys.
Salmonella food poisoning is caused by consuming food or water contaminated with Salmonella bacteria. While most cases resolve without long-term effects, some individuals develop post-infectious irritable bowel syndrome (PI-IBS), a chronic gastrointestinal disorder triggered by the infection. According to national salmonella lawyer Ron Simon: “We see this in about 5 to 10 percent of the victims in each outbreak. The consequences can be severe and last for decades, and can cause immeasurable discomfort for the victims.” 1. What is Salmonella Food Poisoning? Treatment: 2. Post-Infectious Irritable Bowel Syndrome (PI-IBS) What is PI-IBS? PI-IBS is a subtype of IBS that develops…
In Light of Recent E. coli Outbreaks Linked to Quarter Pounders, Carrots, and Cucumbers, Consumers Want to Know if an E. Coli Lawsuit is Possible Yes, you may be able to sue or bring an California E. coli lawsuit if you ingested contaminated carrots, cucumbers, or quarter pounders, particularly if the contamination led to illness, says the nation’s leading E. coli lawyer who filed the first lawsuits in each of these major E. coli outbreaks, These cases typically fall under product liability law, and there are several potential legal theories under which a claim might be brought. 1. Legal Theories…
E. coli infections, particularly those caused by Shiga toxin-producing Escherichia coli (STEC), can result in severe complications, including Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome (HUS). This condition is most commonly observed in children and can lead to life-threatening consequences. How Many Kids Develop HUS? What is Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome (HUS)? HUS is a condition characterized by: Treatment for HUS Management of HUS requires comprehensive, multidisciplinary medical care, including: 1. Acute Care: 2. Renal Support: 3. Monitoring for Complications: Long-Term Treatment and Management Some children recover fully from HUS, but others may experience chronic issues requiring ongoing care: 1. Kidney Monitoring and Care: 2.…
“The defining characteristic of STEC is the production of Shiga toxins, which are virulent proteins that disrupt cellular function by inhibiting protein synthesis, leading to cell death. The disease is often most noted for the bloody stools, with large amounts of blood in the diarrhea.”