Slater Vecchio LLP is investigating a class action lawsuit in relation to the recall of Sweet Cream brand Mini Patisserie for possible Salmonella contamination.
The Canada Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) has issued a recall of the contaminated pastries, advising consumers of potential health risks. The recalled pastries were distributed to various locations, including bakeries, hotels, restaurants, hospitals, retirement homes, and catered events. More information related to this recall can be found on the CFIA’s food recall warning here.
Salmonella infections can cause symptoms such as fever, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, stomach cramps, and headaches, typically occurring within six to 72 hours after exposure. While most individuals recover without treatment, the infection can lead to more severe complications for vulnerable groups, including young children, the elderly, pregnant women, and those with weakened immune systems.
A class action is a legal case through which one person makes a claim to the Court on behalf of similarly situated class of people who have the same or a similar legal claim. A class action seeks to hold a defendant or defendants responsible for their conduct that affects each member of the class by resolving issues that are common to the class in the same legal proceeding, instead of each class member bringing a claim individually.
The individual who first files the claim must ask the Court for permission to proceed as a class action. If permission is granted (referred as “authorized” in Quebec, and “certified” in all other Canadian provinces) and the case may proceed as a class action, the Court will appoint an individual as “Representative Plaintiff” to represent the best interests of the class during the litigation and define the class group. Each person who meets the criteria of the class group is considered a “Class Member”.
If you or someone you know believes that you became sick after consuming Sweet Cream brand Mini Patisserie, please fill out the contact form on this webpage.
