A devastating wrongful death lawsuit has been filed against Stew Leonard's, a popular grocery store chain, after a 25-year-old woman died from an allergic reaction to a mislabeled cookie.
Órla Baxendale, a talented dancer from New York City, tragically passed away after consuming a cookie that was not labeled as containing peanuts. The cookie, which was purchased from Stew Leonard's, triggered a severe allergic reaction that ultimately led to her death.
The lawsuit, filed on behalf of Baxendale's family, accuses Stew Leonard's and Cookies United, the manufacturer of the cookie, of negligence and wrongful death. The family claims that the companies failed to properly label the cookie, putting unsuspecting consumers like Baxendale at risk of serious harm.
This tragic incident serves as a stark reminder of the importance of proper labeling and warning signs for food products, particularly for individuals with severe food allergies. The family of Órla Baxendale hopes that this lawsuit will bring attention to the need for greater caution and accountability in the food industry.
As the investigation into this incident continues, the family of Órla Baxendale is left to grieve the loss of their loved one and seek justice for her untimely passing.
