Lawmaker introduces ‘Cattle Market Transparency Act of 2020’ 09.23.2020 By Erica Shaffer The law focuses on ensuring regionally sufficient negotiated cash trade and equipping producers with more information.Read More
Podcast: Husch Blackwell attorneys discuss litigating during COVID-19 09.18.2020 By Ryan McCarthy Ryann Glenn and Michael Annis share the challenges of navigating agribusiness law during the pandemic.Read More
Texas poultry growers sue chicken poultry processors in latest price-fixing case 09.16.2020 By Ryan McCarthy Marc and Karen McEntire allege that major companies shared data on grower compensation.Read More
Bob Evans sues chicken processors on price fixing claims 09.08.2020 By Erica Shaffer Nineteen companies were named as defendants, three named as alleged co-conspirators.Read More
Tyson asks to move COVID-19 lawsuit to federal court 09.02.2020 By Ryan McCarthy The complaints cite three safety officials in Texas forcing people to come to work.Read More
McDonald’s takes a closer look at company culture 08.27.2020 By Erica Shaffer A review of McDonald’s hiring practices and corporate values is taking place as the company pursues legal action against former CEO Stephen Easterbrook.Read More
Colorado senator requests investigation into federal COVID-19 response at meatpacking facilities 08.12.2020 By Ryan McCarthy Michael Bennet said that almost 450 Colorado employees have been infected with coronavirus.Read More
Walmart settles lawsuit alleging overcharges for meat 08.11.2020 By Erica Shaffer The retailer agreed to pay a maximum of $9.5 million.Read More
McDonald’s sues former CEO Easterbrook 08.10.2020 By Erica Shaffer The company alleges he lied about other inappropriate relationships with McDonald’s employees.Read More
Tyson requests dismissal of wrongful death lawsuit 08.06.2020 By Ryan McCarthy The company said the plaintiffs did not provide enough evidence of its liability.Read More