Preliminary Settlement Reached in Lawsuit Related To Boar’s Head Recall

Boar’s Head has reached a preliminary settlement in a listeria outbreak lawsuit for $3.1 million, leaving many wondering what this means for consumers affected by the recall.

Quick Takes

Boar’s Head has agreed to settle a listeria-related lawsuit for $3.1 million.
The listeria outbreak resulted in 10 deaths and 61 illnesses in 19 states.
Boar’s Head has denied any wrongdoing despite the settlement.
Final approval of the settlement is pending in August 2025.
Consumers impacted by the recall could qualify for compensation.

Settlement Details and Consumer Impact

Boar’s Head Provisions Company Inc. has agreed to a preliminary settlement of $3.1 million in a class action lawsuit over a 2024 listeria outbreak. The settlement addresses claims that the company failed to disclose potential Listeria monocytogenes contamination on product labels. The lawsuit includes consumers nationwide who purchased recalled products before July 31, 2024.

Despite the company’s agreement to the settlement, it does not admit any wrongdoing. The preliminary settlement was filed in the US District Court for the Southern District of New York. If the settlement is approved, affected consumers can apply for full reimbursements by providing proof of purchase between May 10, 2024, and August 12, 2024. Consumers who do not have proof of purchase may still be eligible for “average retail price for up to two” products under the recall, per the settlement site.

The settlement awaits final approval, scheduled for August 13, 2025.

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Handling of the Class Action Lawsuit

The class action lawsuit represents consumers affected by the outbreak. Judge Philip M. Halpern, overseeing the case, termed the agreement as “fair, reasonable and adequate, and in the best interests of the Settlement Class.” Angeion Group was appointed as the Claim Administrator, tasked with ensuring class members are informed and present the necessary documentation.

The settlement includes provisions for class members to file claims, opt-out, or raise objections. Information on the notification plan and how to participate is available on the Settlement Website. The CDC reported that the outbreak led to 61 cases, resulting in 60 hospitalizations and ten deaths across 19 states, underpinning the severity of the incident.

Ongoing Proceedings

The final approval hearing will determine the settlement’s continuation, but eligible consumers should prepare by gathering proof of purchase. Boar’s Head’s transparency and compliance with legal processes remain critical as the proceedings continue.