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What’s the Problem?
This recall affects 4-pound bags of Valencia oranges (UPC: 7789052363) sold at Wegmans stores in New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Virginia, North Carolina, Maryland, and Brooklyn and Harrison, New York.
The recalled oranges were distributed to Wegmans by Freshouse Produce LLC of Salisbury, North Carolina, which found Listeria on a piece of equipment in its packing facility.
Wegmans has placed automated phone calls to alert customers who purchased these products using Shoppers Club.
If you purchased any oranges that are affected by this recall, you should not eat them, and either throw them away or return them to your local Wegmans Market for a refund.
Anyone concerned about a potential food poisoning illness should contact their healthcare provider immediately.
This recall began on August 9, 2020.
FAQs
What types of health issues are associated with the Valencia orange recall?
Health issues associated with the Valencia orange recall can include food poisoning symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, stomach cramps, and in severe cases, hospitalization due to dehydration or other complications.
What compensation can be sought in a Valencia orange recall lawsuit?
Compensation can include medical expenses, pain and suffering, lost wages, and other related costs. In cases of severe illness, punitive damages may also be awarded to penalize the distributor for negligence.
How can consumers determine if they have purchased recalled Valencia oranges?
Consumers can determine if they have purchased recalled Valencia oranges by checking recall notices issued by the distributor or regulatory agencies, which typically include product names, batch numbers, and expiration dates.
What steps should I take if I become ill after consuming Valencia oranges?
If you become ill after consuming Valencia oranges, seek immediate medical attention, document your symptoms, retain any remaining product and packaging, and consult a lawyer to discuss potential legal action and compensation.
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Do I Have a Valencia Orange 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 Valencia Orange Recall Lawsuits. We are handling individual litigation nationwide and currently accepting new listeria cases in all 50 states.
If you or a loved one had symptoms of food poisoning after eating recalled oranges, you should contact our law firm immediately. You may be entitled to a settlement by filing a lawsuit and we can help.