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September 9, 2011: Listeria Outbreak in Colorado

Submitted by webmaster on Fri, 09/09/2011 - 12:34

 
According to the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment, L. monocytogenes infections have, during the months of August and September, been detected in eight counties.  At present, a total of 13 cases have been reported.  Sadly, two deaths did occur.  The source of the outbreak as of yet is unknown. 
 
Interestingly, the state of Colorado normally gets reports of approximately 10 cases per year.  This year there is a marked increase.  Compare this to previous years when there were only two cases per year for the past 10 years reported in the month of August.
 
Coincidentally, a Listeria outbreak in Colorado was reported in June of this year where two individuals died.  However, no connection has been made between the two outbreaks to date.
 
Symptoms of Listeria Food Poisoning, or Listeriosis:
Initial symptoms may include fever, muscle aches, fatigue, and sometimes gastrointestinal symptoms, such as nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea. If the infection spreads to the nervous system, symptoms may include headache,stiff neck, confusion, loss of balance, or convulsions.
 
Infected pregnant women may experience only mild flu-like symptoms; however, infections during pregnancy can lead to miscarriage, premature delivery, stillbirth, or septicemia (blood infection) or meningitis in the newborn.
 
According to the FDA, onset time of serious forms of listeriosis is unknown but may range from a few days to three weeks. The onset time of gastrointestinal symptoms is unknown but is probably greater than 12 hours.
 
To learn more about Listeria or listeriosis, please see Food Poisoning Lawyer.
 
The Law Firm of Eric Weinberg represents individuals who have been sickened in Listeria outbreaks nationwide. If you have a question concerning your legal rights, please call us toll free at 1-877-934-6274, or fill out the Free Case Evaluation Form found on the right side of this page.
 
To learn about recent food poisoning outbreaks and food poisoning litigation, please see Zeppoles Salmonella Lawsuit, Jennie-O's Turkey Recall and Salmonella Hadar Cantaloupe Recall. 
 
 

August 17, 2011: Kimchi Involved in Recall

Submitted by webmaster on Wed, 08/24/2011 - 15:20

 
The Korean food, Kimchi, is being highlighted for its potential to contain Listeria monocytogenes. 
 
Atlanta Oriental Food Wholesale Company of Atlanta, GA, sells Cut Napa Kimchi in a 1 gallon clear plastic container and a 5 gallon bucket.  The Lot # located on the outside of the 5 gallon container is 56090959. 
 
The spicy fermented cabbage was distributed at Buford Highway Farmers Market in Doraville, Georgia.  It was also sent in 5 gallon containers to businesses in Georgia, Alabama and Tennessee.
 
This finding came about after testing of the 1 gallon containers was completed and it was discovered that the Listeria was present.  At the present time, the situation is being scrutinized as to the source of the contamination and production has stopped.
 
The Law Firm of Eric H. Weinberg would like to remind consumers that the best way to stay healthy is to follow safe food handling, preparation, and storage practices and above all, stay informed. To learn more about Listeria food poisoning symptoms and complications, please visit our additional website www.foodpoisoning.com.
 
If you have been injured as a result of Listeria food poisoning and you have a question concerning your legal rights, please call us toll free at 1-877-934-6274 or click Free Legal Case Evaluation.  The Weinberg Law Firm, New Brunswick, NJ, has been assisting personal injury victims since 1984.
 
For recent outbreak and food recall news, please see Subway Salmonella Outbreak and Major E. Coli Outbreak Recap.

August 12, 2011: Layered Dips Recalled

Submitted by webmaster on Wed, 08/24/2011 - 13:02

 
According to the FDA, Fresh Food Concepts, Inc. of Buena Park, CA is voluntarily recalling layered dips that contain quacamole.   The pulp of the avocado that is used in the dip was tested by the FDA and found to contain the foodborne bacteria Listeria monocytogenes.
 
The layered dips were sold throughout the U.S. and Canada at supermarkets and club stores (i.e., Costco). It was sold under several brands, including Fresh Foods Concepts, Delicioso, Rojo’s and Signature Café.
 
Those products with a USE BY date before 9/23/2011 may contain Listeria.  After that date, a different supplier was used and the product is safe to consume.
 
Listeria is a bacterium that can cause a serious and potentially fatal infection in young children, the elderly, and the immunocompromised.  Infection with Listeria can lead to miscarriage and stillbirth in pregnant women.  See Listeria Symptoms to learn more about Listeria infection and its complications.
 
The Law Firm of Eric H. Weinberg represents victims of food poisoning outbreaks nationwide. We are ready to help you.  For a free legal case evaluation, please select Food Poisoning Lawyer or call us toll free at 1-877-934-6274.

August 11, 2011: Listeria Prompts Diced Bacon Recall

Submitted by webmaster on Thu, 08/11/2011 - 22:03

On July 22, 2011, the USDA’s Food Safety and Inspection Service, FISIS, announced that importer Jetro Cash and Carry Enterprises was recalling 2,900 pounds of cooked diced bacon products that had the potential to be contaminated with the foodborne pathogen Listeria monocytogenes.
 
A sample of cooked diced bacon imported from Canadian EST No. 169A, Aliments Prince, S.E.C. was found to be positive for Listeria monocytogenes during routine testing conducted by FISIS.  While some of the recalled bacon product is on hold, the Canadian Food Inspection Agency notified FISIS that recalled product had been shipped to the United States.
 
The following products are subject to recall: 

  • 10 lb. shipping container with 2, 5 lb. bags boxes containing 2 5-lb bags of “Assoluti Cooked Diced Bacon”

 
According the FISIS recall release, the recalled “Assoluti Cooked Diced Bacon” is marked with case code of 1173 and EST No. 169A. It bears the Canadian mark of inspection and a Certification Number of 406515, 406516, or 406562; and was shipped to distribution centers in Florida, Illionois, Indiana, Michigan, and Ohio for distribution.
 
Infection with the bacterium Listeria monocytogenes is known as listeriosis.  Although infection in healthy people is uncommon, when it does occur, the illness can cause symptoms of high fever, severe headache, neck stiffness and nausea. Pregnant women who develop listeriosis are at risk for miscarriage and stillbirth. As with many foodborne illnesses, infants, the elderly and immunocompromised are at risk for a more serious and sometimes fatal illness. 
 
The Law Firm of Eric H. Weinberg represents victims of food poisoning outbreaks nationwide.  If you would like a free food posioning legal case evaluation please call us toll free at 877-934-6274.
 
To learn more about current outbreaks, please visit www.foodpoisoning.com or select Food Poisoning Lawsuit Help.
 

May 20, 2011: Atlanta Corporation Recalls Nazareth Cheeses Amid Listeria Contamination

Submitted by webmaster on Wed, 05/25/2011 - 12:31

On May 20, 2011, the Atlanta Corporation, a food distributor based in NJ, issued a recall for its “Nazareth Classic” and Nazareth Light cheese products due to potential contamination with Listeria monocytogenes. 

Listeria is a bacterium that can cause a serious and potentially fatal infection in young children, the elderly, and the immunocompromised.  Infection with Listeria can lead to miscarriage and stillbirth in pregnant women.  See Listeria Symptoms to learn more about Listeria infection and its complications.

The cheese is distributed in bulk, with 2 loafs totaling a weight of about 6-7 pounds per case.  When sold to consumers, the product is cut into random weights.

The labels read Nazareth Classic and Nazareth Light “imported by Atlanta Corp.  Affected lots are 5030008, 5030009, 11350044, 11350045, 11350046, 10840120 and are marked with expiration dates of 3/13/2011 through 7/29/2011.

The cheese was distributed in mostly North East retail stores, with less than 70 cases in total being sent out.  The potential contamination was discovered during routine testing by the Belgium manufacturer of the product which revealed Listeria in the bulk. 

The Law Firm of Eric Weinberg is currently assisting individuals injured by defective food and drug products.  To learn more about our efforts please visit DePuy Hip Implant Lawyer, Jennie-O Turkey Burgers, and Defusco’s Pastries Salmonella Outbreak.

If you have a question regarding your legal rights, please contact the Law Firm of Eric Weinberg toll free at 877-934-6271 or fill out the Free Case Evaluation on the right of this page.

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