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Outbreak - South Minneapolis Deli

A Salmonella outbreak may be associated with a South Minneapolis Deli. A number of people have contacted us, and we understand the Minnesota Department of Health is doing an investigation. Call our Minneapolis office toll-free for more information: 1-888-377-8900 or 612-338-0202. This outbreak is not associated with the outbreak discussed below.

Minnesota Salmonella Cases Associated with Banquet Pot Pies

At least 7 people in Minnesota have contracted Salmonella infections (salmonellosis) in the Salmonella outbreak associated with ConAgra pot pies, specifically Banquet pot pies. Below is the Minnesota Department of Health press release regarding this Salmonella outbreak. Pritzker | Ruohonen is reprinting it here (with comments) as a public service.

The Minnesota law firm of Pritzker | Ruohonen has extensive experience with Salmonella lawsuits. Lawyers at the firm have gained a national reputation and have been interviewed by TheNew York Times, TheWall Street Journal, Lawyers USA and other publications. In recognition of their accomplishments, Fred Pritzker and Rich Ruohonen have been named "Minnesota Super Lawyers" by Minnesota Law & Politics. Fred Pritzker has also been selected by other lawyers for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America.

If you have been diagnosed with Salmonella after eating a ConAgra/Banquet pot pie, the lawyers at Pritzker | Ruohonen have the experience you need to be compensated for your medical expenses, pain and suffering, lost earnings, and other damages. To contact Pritzker | Ruohonen about a ConAgra / Banquet lawsuit, please call toll-free at 1-888-377-8900 or submit the Pritzker | Ruohonen online consultation form.

Salmonella cases traced to Banquet brand pot pies:
Consumers urged to discard product

Six cases of Salmonella infection in Minnesota residents have been linked to eating Banquet brand turkey or chicken pot pies, the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) said today. The finding prompted health and agriculture officials to warn consumers not to eat any Banquet brand pot pies. An investigation is ongoing.

Banquet brand pot pies are sold in the freezer section at grocery stores and other outlets throughout the country. Pot pies made at the same plant are also sold under a dozen store labels, but all carry a code number beginning with 5009. “Best if used by” dates for implicated product are not known at this time.

Three of the Minnesota cases are adults and three are children. Five of the cases are from outstate Minnesota, and one is from the Twin Cities metro area. No one has been hospitalized.

The Minnesota cases are part of a much larger multi-state outbreak of Salmonella infections. Since June, at least 135 confirmed cases have been identified from approximately 25 states. The six Minnesota cases were reported in September; interviews of these cases by MDH epidemiologists led to the identification of Banquet pot pies as the source of the illnesses. The national investigation to determine the extent of the outbreak, production dates of contaminated product, and the source of contamination is ongoing.

Salmonella bacteria are widely distributed among animals and in the environment. Poultry is often contaminated, and other outbreaks have been traced to meat, unpasteurized milk and cheese, and produce. Salmonella in food can be killed by cooking thoroughly, but can survive undercooking or uneven cooking, as can happen in many microwave ovens.

Salmonella infections can cause diarrhea, fever, abdominal cramping, and vomiting. Symptoms usually last less than a week, but some individuals, particularly infants, the elderly, and those with compromised immune systems are at increased risk for severe illness. Treatment with antibiotics is typically not recommended for most healthy patients. People who become ill with symptoms of Salmonella should see their health care provider.

If you are diagnosed with a Salmonella infection, contact Pritzker | Ruohonen for a free consultation about a ConAgra / Banquet lawsuit. We are Minnesota lawyers with extensive experience with Salmonella lawsuits.

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Pritzker | Ruohonen attorney Rich Ruohonen is managing attorney for our Taste of Chicago / Pars Cove Salmonella cases, which involve a Salmonella outbreak with over 180 confirmed cases of Salmonella. Contact Rich Ruohonen regarding these cases at 1-888-377-8900 (toll-free).

E. coli Wrongful Death Settlement

We have recently settled a number of E. coli cases involving victims of various E. coli outbreaks, including a wrongful death claim.

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Foodborne Outbreaks

Iowa E. coli: Raw apple cider may be associated with an Iowa E. coli outbreak.
University of Colorado at Boulder (CU) E. coli: At least 8 people have been sickened, 7 of them students.
Michigan E. coli Lettuce: A Michigan E. coli outbreak has been associated with bagged iceberg lettuce distributed by Aunt Mid's Produce Company.
Aunt Mid's Lawsuit: People in Michigan, Illinois, New York, Ohio and Oregon have been sickened in an E. coli outbreak.
University of Michigan and MSU E. coli Lawsuit: 7 students at Michigan State University and 3 students at the University of Michigan have contracted E. coli infections.
Hendricks Farm Campylobacter outbreak associated with Hendricks Farm & Dairy in Telford, Montgomery County, Pennsylvania.
Oklahoma E. coli: An Oklahoma E. coli outbreak may be linked to a Locust Grove restaurant.
Nebraska Beef Lawsuit: Nebraska Beef, Ltd. has recalled millions of pounds of beef products and has been linked to 2 outbreaks.
Massachusettes E. coli: A Massachusettes E. coli outbreak has been linked to Nebraska Beef products and Coleman Meat products.
Whole Foods Market Lawsuit: The Whole Foods Market E. coli outbreak is part of the Massachusettes E. coli outbreak above.
Virginia E. coli - Goshen Scout Reservation: Dozens of scouts were sickened in an E. coli outbreak linked to beef.
Georgia E. coli - Barbecue Pit Lawsuit
Ohio E. coli Outbreak: Ground beef may have sickened people in both Michigan and Ohio.
Michigan E. coli Outbreak: Ground beef may have sickened people in both Michigan and Ohio.
Multi-State Salmonella Saintpaul Outbreak: Tomatoes have sickened hundreds of people throughout the United States.
Minnesota Preschool E. coli: Outbreak associated with Wonder World Preschool in Slayton, Minnesota.
Washington E. coli Lettuce: Outbreak associated with commercial romaine lettuce.
Texas Salmonella Saintpaul - Tomato: Outbreak most likely caused by Roma, red plum and/or red round tomatoes.
New Mexico Salmonella Saintpaul Linked to Tomatoes: Outbreak most likely caused by Roma, red plum and/or red round tomatoes.
Nebraska E. coli Outbreak Associated with Roast Beef
Hepatitis A - La Mesa California Chipotle - Lawyer and Lawsuit: San Diego County hepatitis A outbreak
Salmonella - Puffed Rice Recall and Puffed Wheat Recall: Malt-O-Meal cereal recall.
Minnesota Salmonella - Milford Valley Farms Lawsuit: Frozen chicken product.
Salmonella - Agropecuaria Montelibano Cantaloupe Recall: Cantaloupe from Honduras.
Salmonella Litchfield Cantaloupe Lawsuit: Recall of Dole, Chiquita and other brands.
Honolulu E. coli - Sekiya's Lawsuit and Lawyer: E. coli associated with Hawaii restaurant.
Alabama E. coli - Church Supper: Outbreak associated with Eastern Shore Baptis Church.
E. coli - Rochester Meat Company Recall and Lawsuit: Ground beef recall.
E. coli - Jeno's and Totino's Pizza Recall and Lawsuit: Pepperoni on pizza.
E. coli - Topps Recall and Lawsuit: Hamburger patty recall.
E. coli - Cargill/Sam's Club Recall and Lawsuit: Ground beef patty recall.
Listeria - Whittier Farms Recall and Lawsuit: Miscarriage and death linked to milk.
Hawaii Salmonella - Tuna Recall and Lawsuit
Salmonella - Safeway Ground Beef Recall and Lawsuit