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Inside This Article: A nationwide cyclosporiasis outbreak reportedly involving Taylor Farms lettuce served at Taco Bell has prompted multiple lawsuits. The outbreak has surpassed 22,000 confirmed or suspected cases across 47 states. Products Liability Insurance can help protect businesses against covered claims alleging bodily injury caused by contaminated food. Companies that produce or sell food are also encouraged to purchase Product Recall Insurance and review documentation protocols and…

Inside This Article: A proposed class-action lawsuit alleges a popular tomato brand misled consumers about the authenticity of its San Marzano tomatoes. While the brand has called the claims meritless, even unproven allegations can lead to significant legal expenses and reputational damage. Commercial General Liability (CGL) Insurance can help cover expenses associated with advertising-related lawsuits, while Excess Liability Insurance can provide additional protection. Companies…

Scenario 1: A fitness equipment company issues a recall for adjustable dumbbells after multiple reports of weights unexpectedly falling off and injuring users. RELATED STAT: Claims over customer injuries could cost millions of dollars. U.S. product recalls are on the rise and were expected to reach a six-year high at the end of 2024. SOLUTION: Product Liability Insurance can help…

Inside This Article: Wagner SprayTech has recalled more than 700,000 power steamers after receiving at least 156 reports of overheating and hot water release, including more than 50 burn injuries. The recall comes just weeks after another large-scale steam cleaner recall by Dupray, whose product was linked to 15 reports of boiler ruptures and four injuries. Consumer bodily injury claims can…

Inside This Article: Nearly 1 million bottles of Kirkland Signature prosecco were recently recalled due to bottles breaking or shattering, including one reported injury. The large-scale beverage recall follows other recent food and drink recalls involving metal contamination and allergen risks. Product Recall Insurance and Product Liability Insurance can help companies pay for costly recall logistics and injury-related expenses. Additional safeguards such as Business Interruption…

Inside This Article: Nearly 3.85 million BowFlex adjustable dumbbells are being recalled after reports that the weight plates can detach during use, causing injuries. Of the 337 incident reports, at least 111 injuries have occurred, including concussions, broken toes, and contusions, according to the Consumer Product Safety Commission. \' The recall could trigger product liability claims against Johnson Health…

Defective or unsafe products can lead to injuries, large-scale recalls, and devastating financial losses for manufacturers, distributors, and retailers. High-profile recalls can also severely damage a brand’s reputation, even for well-known companies with strong research and development practices. To learn more about the importance of Product Liability Insurance, we spoke with Will Berarducci, Senior Underwriter, Commercial Insurance, Burns & Wilcox,…

Inside This Article: Crave Better Foods, parent company of the Chipwich ice cream sandwich brand, is suing its insurance broker for failing to secure Product Recall Insurance, which the company claims could have offset $4.5 million in losses tied to a 2024 listeria-related recall. The lawsuit alleges professional negligence and misrepresentation, claiming the insurance broker did not reassess insurance…

A glow-in-the-dark sweatshirt sold on Temu was recently recalled after the report of a child suffering serious burn injuries from the garment. The item, sold on the discount online marketplace on behalf of Sunshine Towels, carries a risk of \"serious burn injuries if exposed to heat or a flame source,\" according to the recall notice, issued by Product Safety Australia,…

A recent recall over listeria concerns has now expanded to 11.8 million pounds of potentially contaminated foods, including some that may have been sent to schools. First announced as a recall of nearly 10 million pounds of BrucePac meat and poultry products on Oct. 9, the U.S. Department of Agriculture has since updated the recall notification to include additional items…

The husband of a woman who had a severe allergic reaction last year after eating at a Disney Springs restaurant is suing the company for more than $50,000 in a wrongful death lawsuit that claims the server \"guaranteed\" the woman\'s food was allergen-free. The woman, a doctor from New York who had a severe allergy to nuts and dairy products,…

Product contamination, misuse and recalls are among the risks associated with manufacturing and distribution operations. To learn about the insurance policies that can help companies protect themselves, we spoke with John Heaner, Associate Vice President, Regional Director, Commercial Insurance, Burns & Wilcox, Tampa, Florida. What are some of the greatest risks today in manufacturing and distribution? J.H.: The greatest risk…