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Michigan couple sues Taco Bell, Taylor Farms over Cyclospora outbreak linked to contaminated lettuce
A Michigan couple filed a federal lawsuit against Taco Bell and Taylor Farms, alleging they contracted Cyclosporiasis after consuming contaminated shredded iceberg lettuce at a Taco Bell restaurant. The lawsuit claims the lettuce was supplied by Taylor Farms and seeks damages exceeding $75,000 for medical expenses, pain, and suffering. Federal and state health officials have linked a multistate Cyclospora outbreak to the lettuce, with over 1,600 confirmed cases reported.
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