Punitive Damages in Peanut Butter Case

A Vermont family whose son was sickened by tainted peanut crackers will seek punitive damages following the release of a report that claims the defendant knowingly sold contaminated products. According to the Food and Drug Administration report, the Peanut Corp. of America had detected salmonella in some of its products on several occasions yet failed to notify customers. An attorney for the family said punitive damages in such cases are reserved only for the most egregious examples of misconduct.

Tim Edwards and Ed Wallis are currently reviewing potential claims from those killed or injured as a result of the actions of the Peanut Corporation of America and other entities. If you have a story to share with us and would like a free case evaluation from a lawyer/attorney on injuries or wrongful death associated with salmonella-related injuries from peanut products, please fill out the following form or call us today at (901) 572-4673: