Published by Superior Nut & Candy Co., located in Chicago, IL., has initiated a recall of its 4 oz. packages of pine nuts due to potential contamination with salmonella, a bacteria responsible for serious foodborne diseases.
Free Pine Nut Recall Lawsuit Evaluation: If you or a loved one developed symptoms of food poisoning after eating pine nuts, you should contact our law firm immediately. You may be entitled to compensation by filing a lawsuit and our lawyers can help.
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Which Products are Affected?
Superior Nut & Candy Pine Nuts affected by this recall are sold in store produce departments, and come in 4 oz. clear and tan colored packages. The back label lists Pine Nuts as the only ingredient, and has the UPC# 72549320016 and Best By date of 10/22/2015-12/27/2015.
Why was the Recall Issued?
The recall was initiated after routine testing by the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) revealed the presence of salmonella in a 4 oz. package of Superior Nut & Candy Pine Nuts. The company has suspended production of the product until an investigation can be completed. To date, no illnesses have been reported in connection with this recall.
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Salmonella Symptoms
- Fever
- Diarrhea (which may be bloody)
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Abdominal pain
If salmonella gets into the bloodstream, it can cause more serious illnesses such as:
- Arterial infections (i.e., infected aneurysms)
- Endocarditis
- Arthritis
FAQs
Who can file a Pine Nut Recall Lawsuit?
Individuals who have suffered illness, injury, or allergic reactions after consuming the recalled pine nuts may be eligible to file a lawsuit.
What contaminants were found in the recalled pine nuts?
The pine nuts were found to be contaminated with harmful bacteria such as Salmonella or were mislabeled, leading to potential allergic reactions.
What compensation can be sought in a Pine Nut Recall Lawsuit?
Victims can seek compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and other related damages resulting from consuming the contaminated or mislabeled product.
How do I determine if my pine nuts are affected by the recall?
Check the recall notice for specific lot numbers, production dates, and brands affected. Compare this information with your product packaging.
Do I Have a Pine Nut Recall 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 pine nut lawsuits. We are handling individual litigation nationwide and currently accepting new food poisoning cases in all 50 states.
Free Pine Nut Recall Lawsuit Evaluation: Again, if you or a loved one was diagnosed with salmonella after eating pine nuts, you should contact our law firm immediately. You may be entitled to compensation by filing a food poisoning lawsuit and our lawyers can help.