B&M O Organics Celery Seed Recall Lawsuit

A Mount Vernon, Missouri establishment is now recalling B&M O Organics Organic Celery Seed because it may be contaminated with Salmonella bacteria. The product in question was distributed to all Safeway-owned retailers including Safeway, Carrs, Dominick’s, Genuardi’s, Pak ‘N Save, Pavilions, Randalls, Tom Thumb and Vons. Consumers who may have purchased B&M O Organics Organic Celery Seed included in this recall should discard it immediately or return it to the place of purchase for a full refund.

Free B&M O Organics Celery Seed Recall Lawsuit Evaluation: If you or a loved one has become severely sickened after consuming B&M O Organics Organic Celery Seed included in this recall, you should contact our law firm immediately. You may be entitled to compensation by filing a lawsuit against B&M, Inc. and we can help.

What’s the problem?

December 16, 2011 – The U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) [1] announced today that B&M, Inc. is now recalling O Organics Organic Celery Seed packaged in 1.8oz glass bottles marked with the UPC #0-7989341124-8 because it has the potential to be contaminated with salmonella. Bottles with the following lot codes and ‘Best By’ dates are subject to the recall:

Lot Number    Best By Date
1381102A       May 18, 2013
2141102A       August 02, 2013
2591106A       September 16, 2013
2741106A       October 01, 2013
2921102A       October 19, 2013
3321110A       November 28, 2013

This information can be found on the bottom of the bottle. The celery seed included in this recall was sold at the retail level at the stores noted above from May 25th through December 16, 2011.

B&M, Inc. was informed of the potential salmonella contamination by their supplier. This recall was initiated after a positive result for salmonella was found by routine testing.

Salmonella Poisoning

Salmonella is a common foodborne pathogen that has the potential to cause serious and sometimes life-threatening illnesses in young children, the elderly, and those with otherwise compromised immune systems. Signs and symptoms of Salmonella food poisoning typically include:

• fever
• diarrhea (which may be bloody)
• nausea
• vomiting
• abdominal pain

In rare cases, Salmonella bacteria can get into the bloodstream and produce extremely serious illnesses such as arterial infections, endocarditis, and arthritis.

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FAQs

What are my options if a family member died from consuming contaminated BM Organics Celery Seed?

If a family member died due to consuming contaminated BM Organics Celery Seed, you may have grounds to file a wrongful death lawsuit against the company, seeking compensation for loss, funeral expenses, and emotional distress.

How can I protect myself from future contamination issues with BM Organics products?

To protect yourself, stay informed about recalls and food safety alerts, avoid consuming products from batches that have been recalled, and choose products from brands with a strong safety record.

What should I consider when choosing a lawyer for a BM Organics Celery Seed lawsuit?

When choosing a lawyer, look for someone with experience in foodborne illness and product liability cases, as well as a successful track record in handling similar lawsuits against food manufacturers.

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The Food Poisoning Litigation Group at our law firm is an experienced team of trial lawyers that focus on the representation of plaintiffs in B&M O Organics Celery Seed recall lawsuits. We are handling individual litigation nationwide and currently accepting new Salmonella food poisoning cases in all 50 states.

Free B&M O Organics Celery Seed Recall Lawsuit Evaluation: If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with salmonella food poisoning after consuming B&M O Organics Organic Celery Seed included in this recall, you should contact our law firm immediately. You may be entitled to compensation by filing a salmonella food poisoning lawsuit and we can help.