Category Archives: Product Liability
FDA Moves to Restrict 7-OH Opioid Products That Threaten American Consumers
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced several months ago that it is recommending a formal scheduling action under the Controlled Substances Act (CSA) for certain products containing 7-hydroxymitragynine, commonly called “7-OH.” These concentrated 7-OH products pose serious public health risks. Importantly, the FDA clarified that this action does not target natural plant-based… Read More »
4 Killed, 19 Ill in Listeria Outbreak Connected to Pasta Meals
The food we eat can sometimes become contaminated. Unfortunately, a listeria outbreak among pasta meals led to four deaths and 19 hospitalizations. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) announced a recall of several ready-to-eat pasta meals due to listeria poisoning. The meals were sold at Walmart, Albertsons, Trader Joe’s, and Kroger stores…. Read More »
Ice Cream Recalled Due to Unlisted Ingredients
I scream, you scream, we all scream for ice cream. But those who have recently purchased Helados Mexico and La Michoacana ice cream products may not exactly be screaming for joy. If they’re allergic to milk products, they could become seriously ill with an allergic reaction. Tropicale Foods, based in Ontario, California, has voluntarily… Read More »
Candy Recalled Over Labeling Error
Candy is known to be bad for you, but if contaminated, it can cause serious illnesses. A popular candy sold in Tennessee and various stores around the country has been recalled due to a life-threatening risk. Consumers may suffer a severe allergic reaction due to a labeling error. Lipari Foods has issued a recall… Read More »
Lewis Bake Shop Artisan Style Half Loaf Recalled Due to Undeclared Nuts
Nut allergies are serious business. A person who has a nut allergy and consumes nuts can suffer serious allergic reactions such as anaphylaxis or even death. Because of this, manufacturers need to be quick when informing consumers of possible nut contamination. This recently happened with certain bakery products. On July 10, Hartford Bakery, Inc…. Read More »