Papa Murphy’s Cookie Dough Lawsuit

Papa Murphy’s Cookie Dough and S’mores Bar Dough has been linked to an outbreak of Salmonella.

What You Can Do & How We Can Help

The Schmidt Firm, PLLC is currently accepting Papa Murphy’s Cookie Dough induced injury cases in all 50 states. If you or somebody you know was diagnosed with Salmonella after eating raw Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough or S’mores Bar Dough from Papa Murphy’s, you should contact our lawyers immediately for a free case consultation. Please use the form below to contact our Food Poisoning Litigation Group or call toll free 24 hours a day at (866) 920-0753.

Salmonella Outbreak Linked to Papa Murphy’s Cookie Dough

In May 2023, Papa Murphy’s Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough and S’mores Bar Dough was linked to an that sickened at least 26 people in 6 states.

Where Were Illnesses Reported?

As of July 13, 2023, health officials have confirmed a total of 26 illnesses between February and May 2023 in the following states: California (2), Idaho (5), Missouri (1), Oregon (8), Utah (4), and Washington (6). Four people were hospitalized due to a severe illness. No deaths were reported.

The true number of sick people is likely much higher than the confirmed cases, and people may have gotten sick in other states, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

Papa Murphy’s Stops Selling Raw Cookie Dough

Papa Murphy’s said it would temporarily stop selling raw Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough and S’mores Bar Dough as it investigates the source of the outbreak.

What is the Problem?

Raw dough is a common source of food poisoning due to ingredients like eggs and flour, which may carry disease-causing bacteria. Unlike some edible cookie dough products that are heat-treated to kill bacteria, Papa Murphy’s cookie dough contained raw ingredients like flour and eggs, which may contain Salmonella or E. coli.

Bake Before Eating Papa Murphy’s Cookie Dough

Papa Murphy’s cookie dough products were labeled with the warning “Bake before consuming,” and included instructions on how to bake them at home at temperatures from 350ºF to 375ºF, which is sufficient to kill Salmonella. Even so, cross-contamination in the kitchen and under-cooking of food is a potential hazard with any food item.

How Did People Get Sick?

Fifteen people ate Papa Murphy’s raw chocolate chip cookie dough or raw S’mores bars dough, and 1 person ate baked cookies made with Papa Murphy’s chocolate chip cookie dough, according to the CDC.

Symptoms of a Severe Salmonella Infection

Health officials are warning people who ate Papa Murphy’s Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough or S’mores Bar dough to call a healthcare provider if they have any symptoms of a severe Salmonella infection:

• Diarrhea and fever higher than 102ºF
• Diarrhea for more than 3 days that is not improving
• Bloody diarrhea
• So much vomiting that you cannot keep liquids down
• Signs of dehydration, such as:
  • Not peeing much
  • Dry mouth and throat
  • Feeling dizzy when standing up

Do I have a Papa Murphy’s Cookie Dough Lawsuit?

The Schmidt Firm, PLLC is currently accepting Papa Murphy’s Cookie Dough induced injury cases in all 50 states. If you or somebody you know was diagnosed with Salmonella after eating raw Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough or S’mores Bar Dough from Papa Murphy’s, you should contact our lawyers immediately for a free case consultation. Please use the form below to contact our Food Poisoning Litigation Group or call toll free 24 hours a day at (866) 920-0753.

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