Over a Quarter of a Million Eggs Recalled in 8 States, Oklahoma Included
Cal-Maine Foods has voluntarily recalled about 288,000 eggs which may have been contaminated with salmonella, according to The Los Angeles Times. The company issued the recall after a routine sample tested positive for the bacteria. At the time the article was written, no cases of salmonella infection linked to the recalled eggs had been reported. Citations were issued by the FDA.
When a person contracts the bacteria salmonella enteritidis, they may experience symptoms similar to the flu, such as nausea, fever, vomiting, headaches and chills. In more severe cases or in those with weakened immune systems, gastroenteritis or typhoid fever may develop, which can be fatal.
Consumers who recently purchased eggs under the Sun Valley, James Farm, Springfield Grocer or Sunny Meadow brands should check their egg cartons to see if they are included in the recall. Cartons with the plant number 1457, expiration or sell by dates of 11/07/10, 11/09/10 or 11/24/10, or “Julian” (packing) dates of 282, 284 or 285 should be returned to the retailer they were purchased from for a full refund.
It is the responsibility of all businesses, particularly those who produce food, to ensure that their products are safe for consumer to use. Strict guidelines are in place in order to keep consumers safe; however, when these regulations are overlooked or simply ignored altogether in order to make a higher profit, it is consumers who pay the price for dangerous products.
If you or a loved one has become ill after eating contaminated food products, you deserve to know your legal rights. Ray Maples, a dedicated Oklahoma City personal injury attorney and the founder of The Maples Law Firm, has represented a wide range of dangerous product cases and has the experience necessary to hold negligent parties accountable for their actions. An illness or injury can have devastating effects on a family not only physically, but mentally and financially as well. Depending on the severity of the illness or injury, the afflicted individual may not be able to work, causing loss of income, skyrocketing medical bills and unnecessary pain and suffering. Ray Maples can help take the burden off of individuals who have been harmed by dangerous products and the businesses that produced them. Call The Maples Law Firm today at (405) 705-5050 for a free and confidential consultation.