I was notified today that because of the recent increase in foodborne
illness and resulting legal actions, Lexis-Nexis has announced the
publication of a new law reporter, "Mealey's Litigation Report: Food
Liability", commencing in April, to track developments in related
litigation and other legal actions. The report will focus on "foodborne
illness such as e. coli infections, hepatitis, salmonella poisoning, &
Norwalk virus, as well as issues related to obesity, food labeling, food
packaging and content".

There was some discussion here recently which addressed whether there
was an increase in food adulteration events. Given the rise in
litigation on these matters, I think it's safe to say that foodborne
illness is increasing.

Emma

Emma Thackery > wrote in
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> There was some discussion here recently which addressed
> whether there was an increase in food adulteration events.
> Given the rise in litigation on these matters, I think it's
> safe to say that foodborne illness is increasing.

is it really increasing, or are people becoming more aware of
it? is litigation increasing because people who formerly might
have thought they had a 'touch of tummy flu' now realize
(because of the huge amount of recent discussion in the media)
that Oh My Ghod! I've Been Poisoned!
just wondering... i think the fewer USDA inspectors,
decreasing inspections & lower standards have something to do
with it...
lee