Lawsuits Over Recalled Frozen Nutritional Shakes Linked to Listeria Outbreak in Nursing Homes

A deadly listeria outbreak linked to contaminated frozen nutritional shakes has caused multiple deaths and severe illnesses across the country, prompting an urgent FDA recall to protect the public. The recalled products, Lyons ReadyCare and Sysco Imperial Frozen Supplemental Shakes, were distributed primarily to nursing homes, hospitals, and other long-term care facilities, putting some of the most vulnerable populations at risk. As of Feb. 24, 38 people from 21 states contracted listeria from the outbreak, with 12 deaths reported.

If your loved one became sick or died after drinking these contaminated shakes, you may be eligible to file a lawsuit against the responsible parties, including the manufacturers and distributors of the recalled shakes. The product liability legal team at mctlaw is actively reviewing cases of listeria poisoning lawsuits related to this outbreak.

What to Do If Your Family Member Was Affected

If your loved one consumed these shakes and got sick, you need to take immediate steps:

1. Check with the Nursing Facility: If your loved one was in a nursing home or hospital, contact the facility’s administration or dietary staff to ask if they received or served the recalled shakes. Request documentation of meal records or product shipments if possible.
2. Preserve Evidence: If possible, save any remaining product packaging and obtain medical records linking the illness to listeria.
3. Contact a Food Recall Product Liability Attorney: An experienced product liability lawyer can help you seek compensation for medical bills, pain and suffering, lost wages, and wrongful death damages.

Can You Sue for Listeria Poisoning?

Yes. If a contaminated nutritional shake caused serious illness or death, the manufacturer and distributors may be held liable. Food poisoning lawsuits help victims recover compensation and hold corporations accountable for unsafe food products.

Mctlaw‘s national focus on product liability litigation includes foodborne illness lawsuits such as listeria outbreak cases. We have the resources to fight major food manufacturers and seek maximum compensation for victims and their families.

Why Choose mctlaw for Your Listeria Lawsuit?

• Proven Experience: Our attorneys have years of experience litigating complex product liability claims.
• Nationwide Representation: We represent clients in all 50 states and have the resources, ability, and the motivation to litigate your claim against large corporate defendants.
• No Upfront Costs: We offer free case reviews – don’t wait. There’s not cost and no pressure. Contact us now, and we will evaluate your claim for free. We work on a contingency basis, meaning you pay nothing unless we win your case.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is Listeria, and why is it dangerous?

Listeria is a type of bacteria that can cause serious infections, especially in older adults, pregnant women, newborns, and people with weakened immune systems. It can lead to severe illness, hospitalization, and even death.

How do I know if my loved one was exposed to these contaminated shakes?

Check with the nursing home, hospital, or care facility where your loved one was staying. Ask if they served Lyons ReadyCare or Sysco Imperial Frozen Supplemental Shakes and request records confirming meals and shipments.

What are the symptoms of a listeria infection?

Common symptoms include fever, muscle aches, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, confusion, and seizures. Severe cases can result in meningitis or bloodstream infections.

Can I file a lawsuit if my loved one got sick or died due to Listeria?

Yes. If your loved one drank the recalled shakes and became seriously ill or died, you may be able to file a wrongful death or product liability lawsuit to hold the responsible parties accountable.

How much does it cost to hire a lawyer for a Listeria lawsuit?

At mctlaw, we work on a contingency basis, meaning you pay nothing unless we win your case.

What compensation can my family receive in a Listeria lawsuit?

Compensation may include coverage for medical bills, pain and suffering, funeral expenses, and other damages related to your loved one’s illness or death.

How long do I have to file a lawsuit?

Each state has different deadlines, so it’s important to contact a lawyer as soon as possible to avoid missing your chance for justice.

What you should know about recalled frozen supplemental shakes

This outbreak began in 2018, but the Centers for Disease Control had not been able to uncover the source of the victims’ illness–until now. All the investigators knew was that these listeria cases were related to long-term care facilities. Finally, in February 2025, the source of the listeria was officially traced back to these supplement shakes. 

More than half of the reported cases involved people infected in 2024 or 2025, even though the contamination started eight years ago. Victims continue to get listeria poisoning from this outbreak, and the death toll increased from 11 to 12 just days after the official FDA recall was announced.

Recalled Products: Lyons ReadyCare & Sysco Imperial Shakes

The FDA recall affects the following 4 oz. frozen supplemental shakes:

Lyons ReadyCare Frozen Shakes:

• Vanilla Shake
• Chocolate Shake
• Strawberry Shake
• Vanilla Shake No Sugar Added (NSA)
• Strawberry Shake NSA
• Chocolate Shake Plus
• Strawberry Shake Plus
• Vanilla Shake Plus
• Strawberry Banana Shake NSA
• Chocolate Shake NSA

Sysco Imperial Frozen Shakes:

• Vanilla Shake
• Chocolate Shake
• Strawberry Shake
• Vanilla Shake NSA
• Strawberry Shake NSA
• Strawberry Banana Shake NSA
• Chocolate Shake NSA

These products were manufactured at a Prairie Farms Dairy Inc. facility in Fort Wayne, Indiana and distributed nationwide.

Contact Us for a Free Consultation

If your loved one has been sickened by the listeria outbreak from Lyons ReadyCare or Sysco Imperial Frozen Supplemental Shakes, we encourage you to reach out.

We are currently accepting listeria poisoning lawsuits and will review your case at no cost.

Call us now at (888) 952-5242

We are here to listen, fight for you, and help make sure this doesn’t happen to another family