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May 25, 2026
What It Is Enterotoxigenic Escherichia coli (ETEC)
ETEC is a strain of the otherwise familiar gut bacterium E. coli, but with a dangerous twist. Unlike the harmless E. coli that naturally inhabits the human intestine, ETEC carries specialized genes — typically borne on transmissible plasmids — that allow it to colonize the lining of the small intestine …
May 24, 2026
Eight Major E. coli Outbreaks and Lawsuits since 1993 and Marler Clark's Role
Bill Marler & Marler Clark — An Overview Bill Marler began litigating foodborne illness cases in 1993, when he represented Brianne Kiner, the most seriously injured survivor of the historic Jack in the Box E. coli outbreak, in her landmark $15.6 million settlement. For more than 26 years, he has …
May 23, 2026
Marler Clark, the leading foodborne illness attorneys in the United States
Bill Marler's role in making ground beef safer is one of the most consequential stories in American food safety history. Here is a thorough account, anchored by quotes from others who have observed his work. Bill Marler's role has been threefold: aggressive plaintiff litigation that made contamination financially devastating for …
May 21, 2026
If Bill Marler Had a Food Safety Magic Wand
Look, I'll tell you what my wish is. It's the same one I've been saying for over thirty years. Put me out of business. That's it. That's the whole thing. I'd happily go find another line of work if kids stopped landing in kidney dialysis machines because they ate a …
May 10, 2026
After over Thirty Years Suing Food Companies, Here’s What I Won’t Eat – What Bill Marler Does Not Eat.
I have spent more than thirty years representing the people the food system failed. Children on dialysis after eating a hamburger. Grandparents who never came home from a hospital after a scoop of ice cream. Pregnant women who lost babies to a sandwich. After all of those cases, after all …
April 28, 2026
Bill Marler: Ten things we can do to make our food supply safer
We can do more to make our food supply safer. We just need to act. …
December 14, 2025
Largest Botulism Outbreaks in the last 50 Years
Botulism is a rare but serious illness caused by the neurotoxin produced by the bacterium Clostridium botulinum. The most common forms of botulism include foodborne botulism, infant botulism, and wound botulism. Significant outbreaks and cases of botulism have occurred over the past 50 years. Here are some of the largest …
October 25, 2025
Raw Milk Cheese E. coli Outbreak History
Based on reports from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), several E. coli outbreaks in the last 20 years have been linked to raw cheese in the United States. Outbreaks linked specifically to raw cheese …
September 06, 2025
Metabolic Meals Salmonella Outbreak – What you need to know.
Meals has resulted in 16 reported illnesses and 7 hospitalizations across 10 states. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) announced the outbreak on September 5, 2025, and is advising consumers to throw away affected products. …
March 21, 2025
For industry antagonist Bill Marler, food safety is personal
Bill Marler has likely filed hundreds of lawsuits against restaurants and food suppliers since serendipity steered him into a courtroom nearly 30 years ago to represent a nine-year-old victim of the Jack in the Box E. coli poisonings. …
February 01, 2025
Tackling Listeria: A shared responsibility in safeguarding our food supply
Listeria monocytogenes, a potent and pathogenic bacterium, poses a persistent threat to our food supply and public health. Unlike many other foodborne pathogens, Listeria can thrive at refrigeration temperatures, making it particularly challenging to control. Exposure can cause severe illness — especially among vulnerable populations such as newborns, pregnant women …
February 01, 2025
The Salmonella challenge: A call for vigilance in our food supply chain
In recent years, Salmonella outbreaks have become a pressing public health concern, highlighting the vulnerabilities in our food supply chain. Salmonella, a group of bacteria commonly linked to foodborne illnesses, is notorious for causing symptoms ranging from mild gastrointestinal distress to severe infections. It's time for both consumers and industry …
February 01, 2025
Combating E. coli: A call for vigilance in food safety practices
Escherichia coli, commonly known as E. coli, is a versatile bacterium. While many strains are harmless and a natural part of our intestinal flora, some can cause severe illness and lead to serious public health concerns. Recent outbreaks associated with contaminated food sources highlight the urgent need for strengthened efforts …
October 12, 2024
Why hand washing in food service is important
Effective hand washing involves using soap and water, washing for at least 20 seconds, and ensuring that all parts of the hands are cleaned thoroughly. This practice should be performed regularly, especially after activities that could lead to contamination, such as using the restroom, handling raw ingredients, or touching surfaces …
October 12, 2024
Does drinking stop food poisoning?
Drinking alcohol does not effectively prevent or stop food poisoning. Food poisoning is caused by consuming contaminated food containing harmful bacteria, viruses, parasites, or toxins. Although alcohol has some antimicrobial properties, the concentrations typically consumed in alcoholic beverages are not sufficient to kill the pathogens that cause food poisoning. …
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