Food Fight!

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In the last year, food labeling issues have exploded on multiple fronts. A plethora of lawsuits have recently been filed against various food manufacturers, claiming that certain food labels violate consumer fraud statutes. Moreover, there have been a number of important regulatory developments in recent months.

Topics

• Overview of consumer class action litigation involving food labeling
• Defense strategies and tips for avoiding litigation
• The regulatory framework governing labeling
• Labeling requirements and guidelines
• Tips for ensuring compliance
• Legislative developments

Speakers

• Angela M. Spivey, Partner, McGuireWoods LLP
• R. Trent Taylor, Partner, McGuireWoods LLP