Jennie-O Turkey Recall Lawsuit

Jennie-O has recalled raw ground turkey because it may be linked to a deadly Salmonella outbreak.

What You Can Do & How We Can Help

The Schmidt Firm, PLLC is currently accepting Jennie-O turkey induced injury cases in all 50 states. If you or somebody you know has been diagnosed with Salmonella, you should contact our lawyers immediately for a free case consultation. Please use the form below to contact our Food Poisoning Litigation Group or call toll free 24 hours a day at (866) 920-0753.

UPDATE: Butterball Ground Turkey Recalled for Salmonella Risk

March 2019 — A recall has been issued for 39 tons of Butterball pre-packaged raw ground turkey after 6 people suffered Salmonella food poisoning since December 2018. The illnesses were reported in Minnesota, Wisconsin, and North Carolina.

The recalled Butterball turkey was produced on July 7 and marked with a “Use-By” date of July 26, 2018. The products are unlikely to be in stores, but consumers may have the products in their freezer.

The Salmonella outbreak linked to Butterball turkey is NOT related to a deadly outbreak of Salmonella that was linked to Jennie-O raw ground turkey, pet food, and other turkey products in 2018, according to a report by the CDC.

Jennie-O Turkey Recall Expands

December 2018 — Jennie-O expanded a turkey recall to include 164,210 lbs of raw ground turkey that may be contaminated with Salmonella.

The expanded recall includes the following raw ground turkey items that were produced on October 22 and October 23, 2018:

• 3-lb. packages of “Jennie-O GROUND TURKEY 93% LEAN | 7% FAT” with “Use or freeze by” dates of 11/12/18 and 11/13/18 on the side of the trays.
• 1-lb. packages of “Jennie-O GROUND TURKEY 93% LEAN | 7% FAT” with “Use or freeze by” dates of 11/12/18 on the side of the trays.
• 1-lb. packages of “Jennie-O TACO SEASONED GROUND TURKEY” with “Use or freeze by” dates of 11/12/18 on the side of the trays.
• 1-lb. packages of “Jennie-O ITALIAN SEASONED GROUND TURKEY” with “Use or freeze by” dates of 11/12/18 on the side of the trays.
• 3-lb. packages of “Jennie-O Ground Turkey 85% LEAN | 15% FAT” with a “Use or freeze by” date of 11/13/18 on the side of the trays.
• 2.5-lb. packages of “Jennie-O Ground Turkey 93% LEAN | 7% FAT” with a “Use or freeze by” date of 11/13/18 on the side of the trays.
• 3-lb. packages of “STATER BROS. 85% LEAN | 15% FAT ALL NATURAL Ground Turkey” with a “Use or freeze by” date of 11/12/18 on the side of the trays.

Jennie-O Recalls Turkey for Salmonella Risk

On November 15, 2018 Jennie-O recalled approximately 91,000 pounds of raw ground turkey (including 85% lean, 95% lean, taco seasoned, and Italian seasoned) because it is linked to a Salmonella outbreak, according to the USDA Food Safety Inspection Service (FSIS).

What Turkey Was Recalled for Salmonella?

Jennie-O recalled raw ground turkey products that were produced on September 11, 2018 and marked with establishment number “P-190” inside the USDA mark of inspection, and shipped to stores nationwide.

• 1-lb. packages of “Jennie-O GROUND TURKEY 93% LEAN | 7% FAT” with “Use by” dates of 10/01/2018 and 10/02/2018.
• 1-lb. packages of “Jennie-O TACO SEASONED GROUND TURKEY” with a “Use by” date of 10/02/2018.
• 1-lb. packages of “Jennie-O GROUND TURKEY 85% LEAN | 15% FAT” with a “Use by” date of 10/02/2018.
• 1-lb. packages of “Jennie-O ITALIAN SEASONED GROUND TURKEY” with a “Use by” date of 10/02/2018.

What is the Problem?

Health officials in Arizona tested an intact, unopened package of Jennie-O® ground turkey from a sick person’s home. The turkey tested positive for the outbreak strain of Salmonella, which was the same strain of Salmonella that made the person sick.

Salmonella Outbreak Linked to Turkey

At least 164 people in 35 states have been infected with the outbreak strain of Salmonella Reading, including 1 person in California who died. The victims ate or handled many different types of turkey products, including raw ground turkey, turkey patties, live turkeys, and raw turkey pet food, suggesting Salmonella is widespread.

Symptoms of Salmonella Food Poisoning

Salmonella bacteria can cause food poisoning within 12 to 72 hours. The illness usually lasts about a week, with symptoms such as fever, abdominal cramps, and diarrhea.

“Most people recover without treatment. In some persons, however, the diarrhea may be so severe that the patient needs to be hospitalized. Older adults, infants, and persons with weakened immune systems are more likely to develop a severe illness.

Do I have a Jennie-O Turkey Recall Lawsuit?

The Schmidt Firm, PLLC is currently accepting Jennie-O turkey induced injury cases in all 50 states. If you or somebody you know has been diagnosed with Salmonella, you should contact our lawyers immediately for a free case consultation. Please use the form below to contact our Food Poisoning Litigation Group or call toll free 24 hours a day at (866) 920-0753.

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