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Yahoo
22-03-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Jury awards $3.8B to plaintiffs in Las Vegas-based Real Water company lawsuit
LAS VEGAS (KLAS) – A jury in southern Nevada awarded over 60 victims $3.8 billion on Friday in a lawsuit against Las Vegas-based company Real Water. The now-bankrupt company's product was linked to liver illnesses and autoimmune diseases. In the most recent case, a jury found Real Water liable for product defects, and reckless disregard for consumer safety. 'Real Water marketed itself as a healthy product, but in reality, it was poisoning people. This verdict sends a clear message—companies that put profits over people will face the full force of justice,' Robert Eglet, the lead attorney, said. In June 2021, the FDA announced that Real Water had agreed to cease operations until they could comply with federal regulations. In August 2021, the company officially filed for Chapter 7 bankruptcy. In June 2024, a jury awarded $3 billion in damages to eight other Las Vegas residents who sued Real Water. In October 2023, a $228 million settlement was also reached, and in October 2024, $5.2 billion was awarded to 15 plaintiffs. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
17-03-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Trader Joe's Issues Massive Sparkling Water Recall Across 12 States
Trader Joe's has issued a major recall affecting tens of thousands of Gerolsteiner Sparkling Natural Mineral Water bottles across 12 states due to potential glass bottle defects. Here's everything you need to know about this massive recall. On March 12th, Trader Joe's issued a recall for more than 60,000 bottles of Gerolsteiner Sparkling Natural Mineral Water due to a potential safety risk. The recall follows a notification from the product's supplier, Germany-based Gerolsteiner, warning that certain lot codes of the glass bottles could be cracked or damaged, posing a laceration hazard. In a statement, Trader Joe's explained, 'The issue was identified through research related to bottle breakage during production and potentially affects 1 percent of bottles in the lot codes,' which are detailed below. Consumers can check if they have the recalled Gerolsteiner Sparkling Natural Mineral Water by looking for the affected lot codes, printed on the lower part of the white, blue, and red label: 2024/28/11 24 2027/19/12 2024/271/11 24 2027/18/12 The recalled sparkling water was sold in 750-milliliter glass bottles, available individually or in cases of 15 bottles. It was distributed in 12 states—Alabama, Arkansas, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Kansas, Louisiana, New Mexico, Oklahoma, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Texas—between December 27th, 2024, and January 28th, 2025. Customers who purchased these bottles should stop using them immediately. Trader Joe's advises careful disposal and offers a full refund at any store location. For further inquiries, contact Trader Joe's Customer Relations at (626) 599-3817 or via the retailer's online contact form. Fortunately, as of now, no customer injuries have been reported in connection with the damaged bottles. In recent years, several bottled water recalls have been issued due to serious safety concerns, ranging from chemical contamination to bacterial risks. Here are some of the most significant cases: Peñafiel Mineral Spring Water Recall (2019): Keurig Dr Pepper voluntarily recalled all unflavored Peñafiel Mineral Spring Water after testing detected arsenic levels exceeding the FDA's allowable limit of 10 parts per billion. Although no immediate injuries were reported, long-term exposure to arsenic is linked to increased risks of cancer, cardiovascular disease, and neurological issues. Real Water Recall (2021): Real Water issued a nationwide recall after its alkalized bottled water was linked to a hepatitis outbreak that caused acute liver failure in multiple consumers. The FDA and CDC launched an investigation following reports of severe non-viral hepatitis, particularly among children, leading to several hospitalizations. The outbreak was traced to Real Water's Las Vegas-based facility, prompting the company to shut down operations permanently. Numerous lawsuits were filed by affected consumers, underscoring the dangers of inadequately treated bottled water. Fiji Water Recall (2024): Nearly 2 million plastic bottles of Fiji Water were recalled after FDA testing detected elevated levels of manganese and potentially harmful bacteria strains. While no illnesses were immediately reported, the contamination posed potential health risks, particularly for individuals with weakened immune systems. Source: Read the original article on GEEKSPIN. Affiliate links on GEEKSPIN may earn us and our partners a commission.
Yahoo
05-03-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Boulder City restaurant owner's death linked to Real Water, lawsuit claims
LAS VEGAS (KLAS) — The estate of a Boulder City restaurant owner who died last fall claims drinking Real Water, a former Las Vegas-based product from a now-bankrupt company, caused his death, according to court documents. Milo Hurst died last November, according to the lawsuit. Hurst ran Milo's Cellar & Wine, a popular restaurant and inn. Hurst's estate filed the lawsuit on Feb. 28 claiming failures at the alkaline water bottling facility led to his death. At least 70 other people who suffered liver damage have filed or joined lawsuits involving Real Water, the lawsuit involving Hurst said. One person and several dogs died from the outbreak, one lawsuit claimed. Real Water sold alkaline water, which has a lesser acidity, through a home delivery service and in bottles sold in stores. The water was marketed as 'the healthiest drinking water available today,' lawsuits said. Last year, juries awarded $5.2 billion and $3 billion in damages in two Real Water lawsuits. In October 2023, the company reached a $228 million settlement in another case. In 2021, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration recommended consumers, restaurants and retailers discontinue drinking, cooking with, selling or serving the alkaline water. The company issued a statement in 2021, saying it was notified of a potential problem with its water on March 16 and that the problem dated back to November 2020. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
