Salmon Recall Lawsuit: Get the Latest 2024 Updates

Update: Smoked Norwegian Salmon Recalled for Listeria Contamination

According to the FDA, Foppen Seafood is recalling the following salmon products because they have the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes [1]:

• Smoked Norwegian Salmon Slices – Toast sized, 8.1 oz, identified by lot number 412 — UPC code: 8 40137 10000 2 — Package Size: 8.1 oz

The recalled salmon was sold at Kroger and Payless Supermarkets in AL, AR, GA, IL, IN, KY, LA, MI, MO, MS, OH, SC, TN, TX, and WV.

If you purchased any salmon that is affected by this recall, you should not eat it, and either discard it or return it to the point of purchase for a refund.

Anyone concerned about a potential listeria food poisoning infection should contact their healthcare provider or dial 9-1-1 immediately.

This recall began on June 25, 2024.

Seven Seas International Recalls Sockeye Salmon Over Listeria Contamination

November 8, 2022 – Seven Seas International USA, LLC, is recalling about 540 cases of Giant Food Private Label Sockeye Smoked Salmon [2] which may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.

The recalled salmon was distributed by Giant Food in Maryland, Virginia, Washington D.C., and Delaware, and sold in 4 oz. packages with a printed cardboard sleeve and a window to display the fish. Only packages with UPC 68826715832 sold with Lot number R4132 are affected by the recall.

If you purchased any sockeye salmon that is affected by this recall, you should throw it away or return it to the point of purchase for a refund.

Captain K Salmon Filet Recall

September 24, 2019 – Brooklyn, New York-based Euphoria Fancy Food, Inc., has issued a nationwide recall [3] for 7.05 oz packages of “CAPITAN K” salmon over potential contamination with Listeria monocytogenes. FDA said packages of the recalled salmon are marked with the container code 070519, a best-by date of 01/30/20, and UPC code 607059000362.

The problem was discovered after testing by the New York State Department of Agriculture identified the presence of listeria in samples of the product. Anyone who purchased CAPITAN K Salmon Filet affected by the recall should either discard it immediately or return it to the point of purchase for a full refund, the FDA said. To date, no listeria infections or other adverse events have been linked to this salmon recall.

Smoked Salmon Recalled for Listeria Contamination

Dec. 13, 2019 – Cold smoked salmon sold in 11 states is being recalled over fears it may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes, according to an FDA Recall Notice [4] issued on Tuesday. The recalled salmon was produced by New York-based Catsmo LLC, and sold in vacuum-sealed plastic packages in whole fillets, specialty cuts, and sizes of 4 ounces, 8 ounces, and 1 pound. All of the recalled items had expiration dates of Dec. 11, Dec. 15, or Dec. 16 of 2019.

Publix Salmon Recall

May 13, 2019 – Publix Super Markets recalled Biltmore brand smoked salmon over potential contamination with Listeria monocytogenes, according to the FDA. Routine testing by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services identified the presence of listeria in salmon from Seven Seas International LLC USA of St. Petersburg, Florida. Publix initiated the recall immediately upon learning about the contamination, the company said in a press release.

The recalled salmon can be identified by the following label information:

• Product Name: Biltmore Smoked Sockeye Salmon
• GTIN #: 007-36211-88774
• Lot Code/Best By Date: 41 CM/May 23, 2019

Whole Foods Sockeye Salmon Recall

January 25, 2013 – Whole Foods Market recalled Wild Alaskan Sockeye Salmon sold at locations in 12 states over potential contamination with Listeria monocytogenes.

According to an FDA press release, recalled products included:

• Whole Catch Wild Alaskan Sockeye Salmon (4 oz), cold smoked and diced – Lot Code 7425A2298B – UPC Code 0 99482 40880 0

The recalled salmon was sold in rectangular black and gold vacuum-sealed packages, with the lot code printed on the upper left side of the back of the package. Affected products were sold in Whole Foods Markets in the following states: Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Idaho, Kansas, Maine, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, Rhode Island, and Utah.

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What is Listeria Monocytogenes?

Listeria monocytogenes is a bacterium that causes a serious infection known as listeriosis. The bacteria is commonly found in soil, water, and plant material. Animals can carry listeria without appearing ill and can contaminate food of animal origin.

Listeria may also be introduced at food manufacturing facilities, resulting in the contamination of food processing equipment and the environment.

CDC estimates that approximately 300 deaths are caused by listeriosis each year in the U.S., most of which occur in pregnant women, newborn babies, the elderly, and individuals with compromised immune systems.

Listeria Symptoms

• Fever
• Severe headache
• Nausea
• Abdominal pain
• Diarrhea

If the infection spreads to the nervous system, symptoms of listeria may include:

• Headache
• Stiff neck
• Confusion
• Loss of balance
• Convulsions

In babies, symptoms of listeria infection include:

• Loss of appetite
• Lethargy
• Jaundice
• Vomiting
• Rash
• Difficulty breathing

(source: Mayo Clinic) [5].

Listeria Prevention

Follow these steps to reduce the risk of listeria infection when preparing your own food:

• Always cook raw meat thoroughly
• Wash raw vegetables before eating
• Keep uncooked meats separate from vegetables and cooked food products
• Avoid consuming products made with unpasteurized milk
• Wash hands and cooking utensils thoroughly after handling uncooked foods
• Consume perishable and ready-to-eat foods as soon as possible

Costco Salmon Recall

October 3, 2012 – Costco Wholesale announced a nationwide recall of smoked salmon products over potential contamination with salmonella, according to the FDA. At least 85 cases of salmonella infections in the U.S. – in addition to more than 200 cases in the Netherlands – were linked to the recalled salmon.

The recall affected the following products:

• Foppen Norwegian Smoked Salmon Slices (12-ounce packages)
• Kirkland Signature Norwegian Imported Smoked Salmon (two 12-ounce packages)

This recall was initiated after the Netherlands National Institute for Public Health and the Environment determined that contaminated salmon had been traced back to Foppen, a Dutch company that sells fish to Costco stores in the U.S.

Salmonella Symptoms

Salmonella food poisoning is an infection in the lining of the small intestine caused by salmonella bacteria. Contaminated poultry and poultry products are the most common foods associated with salmonella, but if conditions and/or food preparation equipment are unsanitary, any food can become tainted with the bacterium.

Signs and symptoms of salmonella infection may include:

• abdominal pain
• cramping
• tenderness
• chills
• diarrhea
• fever
• muscle pain
• nausea
• vomiting

(source: U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention) [6].

Trans-Ocean Sockeye Salmon Recall

November 22, 2011 – Bellingham, Washington-based Trans-Ocean Products, Inc., issued a nationwide recall for “transOCEAN Wild Alaska Sockeye Salmon” over potential contamination with listeria. The recalled Sockeye Salmon was distributed to Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Pennsylvania, West Virginia, Maryland, and Ohio.

Affected products included:

4 oz. ‘transOCEAN Wild Alaska Sockeye Smoked Salmon’ lot #s 1280W & 1293W

The sliced cold-smoked Sockeye salmon was vacuum packaged in a white and green pouch that bears the name ‘transOCEAN.’ The lot number was located on the back of the package on the right-hand margin.

These products were distributed to the following supermarket chains in 6 states:

• Market Basket (Massachusetts and New Hampshire)
• Giant Eagle (Pennsylvania, West Virginia, Maryland, and Ohio)

Vita Food Products Smoked Nova Salmon Recall

August 29, 2011 – Vita Food Products of Chicago, Illinois, recalled 4 oz. Vita Classic Premium Sliced Smoked Atlantic Nova Salmon packages over potential contamination with Listeria. The products were distributed nationwide and had a sell-by date of December 15, 2011.

Each unit contained 4 oz. of smoked salmon packaged in a vacuum bag. The sell-by date and code of DEC 15 2011 01961B is centered in the window on the front of each package.

Of the 8,088 packages recalled, 7,260 individual retail units were sold at:

• Publix outlets in Florida, Georgia, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Alabama;
• Safeway stores in California, Alaska, Oregon, Washington, Idaho, Colorado, Maryland, Virginia, and the District of Columbia;
• Meijer stores in Illinois, Michigan, Indiana, Ohio, and Kentucky;
• Vons stores in California;
• Genuardi’s stores in Pennsylvania and New Jersey;
• Winn-Dixie stores in Florida;
• Edgewater Produce store in Chicago, IL.

Additionally, 828 individual retail units were either sold or offered for sale at various grocery outlets in Buffalo, NY, Pittsburgh, PA metropolitan areas, and Northeast Ohio.

Fresh Market Smoked Salmon Recall

April 27, 2011 – Woodsmoke Provisions, LLC, recalled 40 pounds (160 4 oz. packages) of The Fresh Market Signature Collection Atlantic Smoked Salmon due to possible Listeria contamination. Affected packages were affixed with Lot Code 1459/2, and UPC code 737094000370. FDA said. The recalled fish was sold at The Fresh Market, Inc. stores in AR, FL, GA, IL, KY, MD, NC, OH, and TN.

Norwegian Smoked Salmon Recall

March 31, 2011 – Smokehouse LLC of Mamaroneck, New York, recalled PORTIER FINE FOODS Norwegian Smoked Salmon of various size packages including 4 oz., 8 oz., 16 oz., and random weight sizes, Batch Code 066, due to potential contamination with Listeria monocytogenes. The product was labeled with an “EXPIRES ON” date of 3/21/11. The recalled salmon was distributed and sold on March 7, 2011, to retailers in NY, NJ, and CT.

Alaskan Salmon Recall

November 10, 2010 – The Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation requested the recall of a batch of Santa’s Smokehouse smoked salmon from a Fairbanks producer after the agency found a shipment contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.

Affected products included half-pound bags of Cajun-Style Smoked Keta Salmon sold between Aug. 27 and Nov. 6, 2010. The department found listeria in a batch sold at the company’s retail stores. The Santa’s Smokehouse brand is produced by Interior Alaska Fish Processors, Inc.

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FAQs

What should I do if my claim related to contaminated salmon is denied?

If your claim is denied, consult with an attorney to explore further legal action. An attorney can help challenge the denial and pursue compensation.

Can manufacturers be held accountable for other harmful effects found during the salmon recall?

If other harmful effects are discovered, manufacturers may also be held accountable for those issues, and additional lawsuits or recalls could be initiated.

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Stay informed by regularly checking news updates, regulatory agency websites, and consulting with your attorney for the latest developments and advisories related to the lawsuit.

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Do I Have a Salmon Recall Lawsuit?

The Food Poisoning Litigation Group at Schmidt & Clark, LLP law firm is an experienced team of trial lawyers that focus on the representation of plaintiffs in salmon recalls lawsuits. We are handling individual litigation nationwide and currently accepting new injury and death cases in all 50 states.

If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with a food poisoning illness after eating recalled salmon products, you should contact our law firm immediately. You may be entitled to a settlement by filing a lawsuit and our attorneys can help.

References:

1. https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/foppen-seafood-issues-recall-smoked-norwegian-salmon-slices-81oz-toast-sized-sold-kroger-and-payless
2. https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/seven-seas-international-usa-llc-voluntarily-recalls-giant-food-private-label-wild-caught-alaskan
3. https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/euphoria-fancy-food-inc-recalls-capitan-k-salmon-fillet-due-possible-health-risk
4. https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/catsmo-llc-recalls-smoked-salmon-because-possible-health-risk
5. https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/listeria-infection/symptoms-causes/syc-20355269
6. https://www.cdc.gov/salmonella/general/salmonella-symptoms.html