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What’s the Problem?
The recalled salads were sold in 12-ounce bags in Jewel-Osco produce departments, featuring “best if used by” dates of May 16, 2020, through July 4, 2020, according to the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) [1].
Affected products are labeled with the UPC code 21130 98135 and plant number S5417, FDA said. The salads were sold at Jewel-Osco grocery stores in Illinois, Indiana, and Iowa.
Cyclospora cayetanesis is a microscopic parasite infecting the small intestine, commonly caused by consuming food or water contaminated by feces, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) [2]. Signs and symptoms of a cyclospora infection include:
- Diarrhea
- Loss of appetite
- Weight loss
- Stomach cramps and pain
- Bloating and gas
- Nausea
- Fatigue
- Vomiting
- Body aches
- Headache
- Fever
Some people who are infected with cyclospora may not show any food poisoning symptoms, the CDC said.
Illinois Woman Sues Jewel-Osco for Slip and Fall Accident
In December 2020, a woman from Will County, Illinois, filed a personal injury lawsuit against Jewel-Osco after suffering a slip and fall accident inside a local grocery store.
Plaintiff Beverly Dixon sued Jewel-Osco in Joliet, IL., in connection with her March 2018 fall on the premises. She was a customer at the grocery store when she slipped, stumbled, and fell at the main entrance, according to the lawsuit.
The complaint further alleges that Dixon fell because of sawdust that had accumulated at the entrance, resulting in the plaintiff suffering numerous internal and external injuries, some of which are permanent.
The lawsuit listed at least 9 instances of negligence and carelessness. Jewel-Osco allegedly allowed the sawdust to collect, creating a hazardous situation for people walking in and out of the shopping aisle. In addition, the grocery store failed to warn Dixon about the sawdust when the store knew or should have known about the dangerous condition, according to the lawsuit.
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FAQs
Can I file a lawsuit if I became ill after consuming Jewel-Osco salads?
Yes, if you became ill after consuming Jewel-Osco salads that were part of the recall, you may have grounds to file a lawsuit against the manufacturer or distributor. You could seek compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and other damages resulting from the illness.
What evidence is needed to support a lawsuit related to the Jewel-Osco salad recall?
To support a lawsuit related to the Jewel-Osco salad recall, you would need evidence such as proof of purchase, medical records documenting your illness, laboratory test results confirming the presence of harmful bacteria, and any recall notices or documentation from the manufacturer.
How do I know if the Jewel-Osco salads I purchased are part of the recall?
You can determine if the Jewel-Osco salads you purchased are part of the recall by checking the product’s lot number, expiration date, and other identifying information provided in the recall notice. This information is typically found on the product packaging or can be obtained by contacting the store where the product was purchased.
Do I Have a Jewel-Osco Salad Recall Lawsuit?
The Food Poisoning Litigation Group at Schmidt & Clark, LLP law firm is an experienced team of trial food poisoning lawyers that focus on the representation of plaintiffs in Jewel-Osco Salad Recall Lawsuits. We are handling individual litigation nationwide and currently accepting new cyclospora infection cases in all 50 states.
If you or a loved one had symptoms of food poisoning after eating a recalled salad, you should contact our law firm immediately. You may be entitled to a settlement by filing a suit and we can help.
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