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Torts/Personal Injury

Aug. 4, 2026

First deaths reported in Cyclospora outbreak, possibly impacting complaints

Two deaths related to cyclosporiasis were reported Monday in Michigan. The outbreak is tied to lettuce grown and distributed by Salinas-based company Taylor Farms, which was used and sold in food from Taco Bell. One plaintiff attorney said he is waiting for a court decision to include the new information.

First deaths reported in Cyclospora outbreak, possibly impacting complaints
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The first deaths linked to the nationwide cyclospora outbreak were reported Monday as litigation against Salinas-based Taylor Farms continues to expand, with plaintiffs' attorneys saying the fatalities underscore the growing human toll of the contaminated lettuce outbreak.

Michigan health officials announced that two people died after contracting cyclosporiasis, although both had significant underlying health conditions that may have been worsened by the illness and resulting ...

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