Published by On November 6, 2018, the FDA reported Monday that it is collaborating with the CDC to identify the origin of the salmonella found in Duncan Hines Classic White Cake Mix. Following the test results, that item along with three additional products is being recalled, CNN reports.
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What’s the Problem?
“The FDA is investigating the manufacturing facility that made recalled Duncan Hines cake mixes,” the agency said in a recall notice. “FDA and the CDC informed Conagra Brands that a sample of Duncan Hines Classic White Cake Mix that contained Salmonella Agbeni matched the Salmonella collected from ill persons reported to the CDC. This was determined through Whole Genome Sequencing, a type of DNA analysis.”
Which Cake Mixes are Being Recalled?
- Duncan Hines Classic White Cake Mix
- Duncan Hines Classic Yellow Cake Mix
- Duncan Hines Classic Butter Golden Cake Mix
- Duncan Hines Signature Confetti Cake Mix
Salmonella Symptoms
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Abdominal cramps
- Diarrhea
- Fever
- Chills
- Headache
- Blood in the stool
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How Can Filing a Lawsuit Help Me?
By filing a lawsuit against the maker of Duncan Hines Cake Mix, you may be entitled to collect compensation for all current and future medical expenses related to the treatment of your food poisoning, as well as for damages for pain and suffering.
Additionally, filing a lawsuit can help hold the food’s manufacturer accountable for releasing an allegedly contaminated product into the marketplace, and to discourage other companies from engaging in similar conduct.
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FAQs
1. What Compensation Might Be Available in a Duncan Hines Cake Mix Recall Lawsuit?
Compensation in a Duncan Hines cake mix recall lawsuit may include medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and possibly punitive damages, depending on the case’s specifics.
The timeframe to file a claim varies by state, but generally, you must act within the statute of limitations, typically ranging from one to three years.
3. Are There Other Brands Affected by the Same Issue as Duncan Hines Cake Mix?
Yes, other brands may have been affected by similar contamination issues, but it depends on the specific recall details and manufacturer announcements.
Do I have a Duncan Hines Cake Mix Lawsuit?
The Food Poisoning Litigation Group at our law firm is an experienced team of trial lawyers that focus on the representation of plaintiffs in Duncan Hines Cake Mix Recall lawsuits. We are handling individual litigation nationwide and currently accepting new salmonella cases in all 50 states.
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