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Lawsuits target Taylor Farms after 'explosive diarrhea' outbreak

Lawsuits have surfaced nationwide over a bacterial contamination linked to severe diarrhea, starting with cases filed in Ohio federal court against Taco Bell restaurant owners and pointing responsibility toward Taylor Farms.

Published Jul 17, 2026, 5:15 PM EDT | WFMZZ

Lawsuits have begun to land in courts across the country over a recent outbreak of bacterial contamination described as causing “explosive diarrhea.” The litigation started with complaints filed in Ohio federal court against owners of Taco Bell restaurants that allege contaminated lettuce and seek to hold Taylor Farms accountable.