In Brief: A Digest of Food Safety and Labeling Projects

Client Success

Advised meat-processing facility on FSMA records retention compliance.
Counseled cheese and dairy ingredients manufacturer on state GMO labeling law compliance.
Advised numerous clients on ingredients labeling and warning issues.
Successfully resolved a dispute with an ingredients supplier regarding nonconforming goods.
Conducted training on FSMA and risk management.
Advised clients on compliance status of food ingredients and additives and substances used in food packaging and processing equipment.
Defended food companies in false advertising and labeling class action litigation.
Advised clients on food safety reporting obligations and conducting product recalls.
Served as insurance coverage counsel for a food inspection company seeking defense and indemnity for personal injury and property damage claims arising out of a food recall.
Advised buyer on food safety due diligence in acquisition of producer of fresh and frozen produce.
Assisted manufacturer of prepackaged sauces with obtaining SQF certification.
Assisted producer of nonfood-grade corn oil with evaluating regulatory obligations for transition to production of food-grade product.
Assisted national candy manufacturer with revising forms to address supplier FSMA compliance.
Conducted a comprehensive survey of compliance with federal, state and local registrations, certifications and licenses for all of a food manufacturer’s facilities and retail establishments.