A Vancouver-based law firm has filed a class action lawsuit against The Quaker Oats Company on behalf of Canadians who purchased or claim to have become ill from eating products recalled due to possible salmonella contamination.
Slater Vecchio LLP, which filed the class action lawsuit in British Columbia, said it seeks to represent “individuals who have suffered harm and loss as a result of consuming or purchasing Quaker and other products.”
The Canadian Food Inspection Agency recalled 38 Quaker products on Jan. 11, including Quaker brand cereal and grain products. A few days later, the agency recalled more than 30 yogurt and parfait products that contained the previously recalled cereal.
“Canadians trust manufacturers to create packaged foods that are safe to consume without the risk of illness from contamination,” says Sam Jaworski, partner at Slater Vecchio LLP. says a media release. “Through a class action lawsuit, Canadians can access justice to hold suppliers accountable through strength in numbers, even when it would not be economical to litigate on an individual level.”
A complete list of recalled products as of January 16 is available on the website Government of Canada recall database.
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