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Recalls, verdicts, and safety alerts that affect everyday people — in plain English, updated as stories break.
Clover Hill Dairy recalled its requesón after a multi-year outbreak spanning NY, MD, and VA. If you bought this product, do not eat it.
Burkholderia bacteria linked to sepsis and pneumonia was found in Up & Up wipes made between Nov 2025 and May 2026. Check the expiration date on your pack now.
The FDA confirms albuterol sulfate inhalation solution is currently in shortage. COPD patients — especially those with smoking-related lung disease — are most at risk.
Carboplatin — used for ovarian, lung, and other cancers — is listed in short supply by the FDA. Here’s what patients in treatment need to know.
Active since October 2022, the Adderall shortage is one of the longest-running prescription drug shortages in recent FDA history. Here’s what to do.
Mercury is banned in U.S. cosmetics — but the FDA says it keeps turning up in skin lightening products, often without being listed on the label at all.
Federal testing found living bacteria — including drug-resistant superbugs — on scopes cleaned exactly per instructions. Here's what patients who've had scope procedures need to know.
The city says it spends more than $5 million a year cleaning up cigarette filter waste. The tobacco companies say a 1998 agreement means they can't be sued. A judge has already let the case move forward.
Thousands of people who had hernia repair surgery say the mesh later shrank, eroded into surrounding tissue, or caused chronic pain. Bellwether trials are now scheduled for this year.
Better Weather Fix Elixir contained undeclared mitragynine and a more potent kratom derivative. The compounds can cause addiction, hallucinations, and respiratory failure. All lots recalled.
Families say Airbnb had the power to require CO detectors in every listing — and chose not to. Several wrongful death lawsuits are now testing that theory in court.
Cookie dough, Dutch chocolate, mint chip, strawberry, and vanilla bean recalled after metal fragments were found. Sold in 17 states including Florida.
Bayer’s $7.25 billion settlement requires cancer victims to decide by June 4 whether to stay in or opt out. A new constitutional challenge may change everything.
iPhone 15 Pro and 16 series buyers who purchased June 2024–March 2025 may be eligible for $25–$95 per device. Claims process opening soon.
Former customers must file a claim by July 29, 2026 — current customers may be automatically included in the settlement.
If you paid for QVAR or QVAR Redihaler between 2015 and 2025, the deadline to file a claim is July 31, 2026.
Travel-size Afrin 6mL bottles sold at convenience stores and airports lack child-resistant packaging — check your lot number now.
Ajinomoto, Kroger, Ling Ling, Tai Pei, and Trader Joe’s products recalled after glass fragments up to 3 cm were found — check your freezer now.
The court found Philip Morris purposely designed cigarettes to be addictive and targeted advertising toward children for decades.
Health Canada recalled Olympus endoscope components that are no longer compatible with some cleaning systems — raising the risk of spreading infections between patients.
Former employees say Colgate used the wrong formula to calculate their lump-sum pension payouts, leaving retirees with less than they were legally owed.
A federal judge approved a $30 million settlement over claims Google and YouTube collected personal data from children under 13 without parental consent.
Customers say they were enrolled in recurring monthly charges without their knowledge after responding to what looked like a free offer.
Sun Pharma and Taro Pharmaceutical are accused of coordinating with other generic drugmakers to keep prices artificially high for common medications.
Packaging violates federal child safety law. If a child swallows one of these batteries, it can cause severe internal burns and death. Check your Amazon orders now.
A contaminated dry milk powder triggered recalls across four snack brands. Check your pantry for Tex Mex Trail Mix, Mexican Street Corn Trail Mix, and more.
If your business accepted Discover cards between 2007 and 2023, you may have a claim. The filing deadline is May 18, 2026 — less than a week away.
About 36,000 weighted plush bears recalled because a zipper slider on the bead pouch can detach and pose a choking risk to young children.
A federal MDL is open and states have already reached settlements. If your child was exposed to predators or grooming through Roblox, your family may have legal options.
Cereulide toxin found in three batches sold on Amazon and at Meijer. About 16,400 units sold. Check your batch number immediately.
The FDA recalled 9 flavors of Zapp’s and Dirty chips over potential salmonella in a dried milk powder seasoning. Check your bags now.
Settlement negotiations reached a new stage in spring 2026. If you had hernia mesh surgery and later developed complications, you may still have time to file.
A class action filed in April 2026 claims Chime failed to protect customer data during a cyberattack. No settlement yet — here’s what you can do now.
A federal settlement covers people who bought certain Android phones between 2016 and 2019. Four days left to register. No receipts required.
The CPSC says certain Thermos food jars can pressurize and eject their lids. Stop using it now and check if yours is one of the affected models.
A new federal lawsuit claims Roku and TCL pushed software updates that made smart TVs unusable. The case is early — no settlement yet, but owners can document their situations now.
The recalled products are bulk and food service items, not typical grocery store packages. No illnesses reported. If you work in food service, here’s what to know.
New York’s AG and a private class action both accuse Attyx of lying to homeowners about solar savings. If you signed a contract in NY, NJ, VA, NC, SC, or HI, you may have options.
Premier Nutrition is paying $90 million over misleading joint health claims. No receipt needed for most buyers. Two weeks left to file.
A class action says the refund offer doesn’t cover what people actually lost when their fridge caught fire. Here’s who may have a claim.
A $2.67 billion antitrust settlement is paying out. If you were covered by BCBS between 2008 and 2020, you may have a check coming.
J&J tried three times to use bankruptcy to block cancer victims. It failed every time. Now the cases move forward before juries.
One of the largest criminal penalties in U.S. history against a drug company. The ruling opens the door to a larger fund for people harmed by the epidemic.
Washington’s AG says the chains secretly raised prices before BOGO deals — so shoppers were never actually getting anything free.
A federal MDL is now open for GLP-1 drug injury cases. Here’s what happened and who may still qualify.
A key deadline just passed in the federal Ozempic/Wegovy/Mounjaro case. Over 3,500 people allege serious stomach, gallbladder, and vision injuries. Here’s what it means.
The CPSC reissued a recall after new fires — including one fatality and a serious airplane fire. If you bought one on Amazon, here’s what to do.
Major beef producers agreed to pay $87.5 million over an alleged price-fixing conspiracy. Anyone who bought beef in the U.S. may qualify — no receipts needed.
If you developed a serious infection after a colonoscopy, ERCP, or bronchoscopy, the make and model of the scope used on you matters. Here's how to request it under HIPAA.
Yesterday the Supreme Court heard arguments in Monsanto v. Durnell. A ruling against cancer patients could shut courthouse doors permanently. June 4 deadline.
Ayco Farms recalled whole cantaloupe distributed in CA, FL, NY, and PA between December 2025 and January 2026. The FDA gave it top danger classification.
Roundup, 3M earplugs, Philips CPAP, PFAS water, and more. Companies are paying out billions right now — free to check if you qualify.
Five East Coast states affected. If you bought Wawa iced tea, lemonade, or fruit punch in a 16 oz bottle, check the code date on the bottom now.
A California class action says the "Tax 2" line on Domino's receipts isn't a real tax — it's a hidden fee that violates the state's Honest Pricing Act.
A proposed settlement would cover existing and future non-Hodgkin lymphoma cases for 21 years. Opt-out deadline: June 4, 2026.
One specific lot of Xanax XR 3mg has been pulled after the pills failed a release test. Check your bottle's lot number now.
K.C. Pharmaceuticals recalled 3.1 million bottles of OTC eye drops over sterility concerns. Here's which 8 products to check.
Teva recalled 300,000+ cartons of clonidine skin patches after an unapproved ingredient was found in manufacturing. Check your NDC number.
A federal jury found the assault happened — but awarded only $5,000. Here's what the outcome means for the 3,300+ similar cases waiting in line.
Two national grocery chains have pulled specific frozen berry products. Check your freezer.
Federal regulators are investigating hundreds of owner complaints about sudden, unexplained braking.
Surprise overdraft fees on debit transactions are triggering a new round of class actions against regional banks.
More than 200,000 units are being pulled nationwide after multiple reports of detached small parts.
Users say heart rate and location data was sold to third parties without consent.
An FDA Class I recall is expanding to include additional lots. Patients should not stop medication without a doctor.
