Albertsons Greek Salad salmonella Lawsuit Lawyers

National Legal Help for Victims of the Albertsons Greek Salad Salmonella Recall

If you or a loved one became sick after eating pre-packaged Greek salad from ACME, Star Market, or Ready Meals, you may be eligible to file a salmonella food poisoning lawsuit. These salads, sold in refrigerated plastic containers, have been recalled due to confirmed contamination with salmonella. The cucumbers used in these salads were sourced from Bedner Growers Company, the same supplier linked to a broader multistate salmonella outbreak currently under investigation.

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The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a Class I recall, the most urgent level possible, indicating a reasonable probability of serious health consequences or death if consumed. At Parker Waichman LLP, we are reviewing potential claims from individuals who became seriously ill after eating these salads. If this happened to you or someone in your family, our national litigation team may be able to help you seek compensation.

Why the Albertsons Greek Salad Recall Matters

A Class I recall is not issued lightly. It reflects the FDA’s assessment that a product is dangerous and poses a significant public health threat. In this case, salmonella-contaminated cucumbers were used in salads sold in high-traffic grocery stores in 12 states and Washington, D.C., including:

• Connecticut
• Delaware
• Maine
• Massachusetts
• Maryland
• New Hampshire
• New Jersey
• New York
• Rhode Island
• Pennsylvania
• Vermont
• Virginia
• Washington, D.C.

The products under recall include:

• ACME Greek Salad AUTHENTIC FS
• READY MEALS Greek Salad SS
• Star Market Greek Salad FS

These salads were sold by the pound in clear plastic containers and distributed widely throughout the Northeast. Even though no confirmed illnesses have been publicly announced yet, the FDA and Albertsons Companies have acted quickly to remove the products and warn consumers about the risk of salmonella infection.

If you or a loved one consumed any of these salads and developed symptoms such as diarrhea, fever, or stomach cramps, you should seek medical attention and legal advice. The contaminated cucumbers used in these salads are part of a broader salmonella outbreak under investigation.

Understanding Salmonella and Its Health Risks

Salmonella is a bacteria that causes one of the most common foodborne illnesses in the United States. It is often found in undercooked or contaminated foods, including produce like cucumbers. The bacteria can be invisible, odorless, and tasteless, making it particularly dangerous. Once consumed, it can cause a wide range of symptoms, some of which may be life-threatening.

Common symptoms include:

• Diarrhea (sometimes bloody)
• Abdominal pain and cramping
• High fever
• Nausea or vomiting
• Dehydration

High-risk individuals include:

• Children under 5 years old
• Adults over 65
• Pregnant women
• People with weakened immune systems

Although most healthy individuals recover within 4 to 7 days, salmonella can lead to severe complications such as:

• Hospitalization for dehydration
• Blood infections (bacteremia)
• Long-term digestive issues
• Reactive arthritis
• Death in rare but serious cases

Because these salads were sold as ready-to-eat meals, they may have been consumed without additional washing or cooking, increasing the likelihood of bacterial exposure.

Legal Responsibility for Foodborne Illness from Recalled Salads

Food manufacturers, distributors, and retailers have a legal duty to ensure the products they sell are safe for consumption. When contaminated produce like cucumbers is used in ready-to-eat foods such as salads, these companies can be held liable if consumers become sick.

Under product liability and consumer protection laws, the following parties may be responsible for your illness:

• Bedner Growers Company, for distributing contaminated cucumbers
• Albertsons Companies, for assembling and packaging the salads using contaminated ingredients
• ACME, Star Market, and Ready Meals, for selling recalled products
• Any third-party supplier involved in the distribution chain

Our legal team investigates every potential case to determine exactly where the breakdown occurred in food safety protocols. If any party failed to follow industry standards or knew about contamination risks but failed to act, they can be held accountable through legal claims for injury, medical costs, and more.

Who May Qualify for an Albertsons Greek Salad Lawsuit?

You may qualify to file a lawsuit if:

• You purchased or consumed ACME, Ready Meals, or Star Market Greek salad between late April and early June 2025
• You live in or visited one of the 12 states or Washington, D.C. where these salads were sold
• You developed symptoms of salmonella infection within 12 to 72 hours after eating the salad
• You sought medical care, missed work, or were hospitalized due to illness
• You were diagnosed with salmonella by a healthcare provider
• A loved one was hospitalized or died after consuming these salads

Our team will review your purchase history, medical records, and other evidence to determine whether your illness is likely tied to the contaminated products.

Compensation You May Be Entitled To Recover

If your illness was caused by the recalled Greek salad products, you may be entitled to financial compensation. Possible damages include:

• Medical expenses for emergency care, hospitalization, or outpatient treatment
• Lost income if you missed work during recovery
• Out-of-pocket expenses, such as medication or transportation to appointments
• Pain and suffering for the physical and emotional impact of food poisoning
• Permanent health issues, including complications that result in long-term care needs
• Wrongful death damages for surviving family members of someone who died from salmonella complications

We pursue maximum compensation for every client, taking into account the full scope of your financial, emotional, and physical losses.

What to Do if You Suspect You Were Affected

If you still have a recalled product in your refrigerator, discard it immediately or return it to the store for a refund. If you consumed one of the recalled salads and are now experiencing symptoms of foodborne illness, see a doctor and mention the recall during your visit. A stool sample or blood test may confirm salmonella infection.

Then, contact Parker Waichman LLP to discuss your legal options. Our team is actively investigating foodborne illness cases tied to the Albertsons Greek salad recall and can help you understand whether you have a viable claim.

Why Choose Parker Waichman LLP

At Parker Waichman LLP, we represent individuals and families harmed by unsafe consumer products. Our national litigation team has handled numerous foodborne illness lawsuits, including those involving salmonella, E. coli, and listeria. We understand how serious these illnesses can be, especially when linked to trusted grocery store brands and convenience foods.

We provide:

• Free consultations
• No out-of-pocket costs to file a case
• No fee unless we win
• National representation for clients in all 50 states

Our attorneys, investigators, and medical consultants work together to build strong cases and hold food suppliers accountable when their products cause harm.

Contact Parker Waichman LLP For a Free Case Review

If you or someone in your family became sick after eating a recalled Greek salad from ACME, Ready Meals, or Star Market, you may have a claim for compensation. The FDA has confirmed the presence of salmonella in cucumbers used in these salads, and the recall affects millions of consumers.

Call Parker Waichman LLP now at 1-800-YOUR-LAWYER (1-800-968-7529) to receive a free consultation with a foodborne illness lawyer. There are no fees unless we recover compensation for you. Let us help you hold the responsible parties accountable and pursue justice for your illness.