A $7.5 million settlement in the Silk and Great Value class action lawsuit was approved
A $7.5 million settlement for the Silk and Great Value plant‑based beverage class action lawsuit in Canada was approved, allowing consumers to file claims.Summary
The Superior Court of Quebec approved a $7.5 million settlement on April 17, 2026, for a class action lawsuit concerning Silk and Great Value plant‑based refrigerated beverages recalled in 2024 due to Listeria contamination. Eligible class members across Canada who purchased or consumed the recalled products can submit claims starting June 19, 2026, with a deadline of October 16, 2026. Compensation varies by injury tier: up to $400 for mild symptoms lasting ≤48 hours, $1,500 for symptoms up to one week, $7,000 for symptoms longer than one week without hospitalization, and higher amounts for hospitalized cases, including daily hospitalization payments and special damages, with caps ranging from $30,000 to $300,000 depending on severity and family impact.
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