New Orleans Ultra-Processed Food Lawsuit Attorneys

What Are Ultra-Processed Foods?

Ultra-processed foods (UPFs) are not just packaged snacks or reheated meals. These are chemically engineered products, often filled with synthetic additives, excessive sugars, preservatives, emulsifiers, and colorants. They’re made for mass production and mass appeal, not for health.

Examples of ultra-processed foods include:

• Sugary drinks and artificially flavored juices
• Candy, snack cakes, cookies, and breakfast cereals
• Instant noodles and microwave meals
• Fast food items and processed meats like hot dogs or deli slices

What makes these foods especially concerning is the way they are marketed, often directly to children, with little to no warning about long-term health effects.

Talk to an Attorney Who Will Stand With You Every Step.

schedule a consultation

Why These Foods Are Dangerous

Scientific research has shown a strong connection between UPFs and numerous health issues. Unlike whole or minimally processed foods, UPFs are intentionally designed to be hyper-palatable and addictive, leading to overconsumption and poor nutritional outcomes.

Consuming large quantities of ultra-processed foods has been linked to:

• Childhood and adult obesity
• Type 2 diabetes
• Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD)
• Cardiovascular issues
• Mood and behavioral disorders

In children especially, these products interfere with healthy development and increase the risk of lifelong medical problems. Yet major corporations have continued to push these products, with bright packaging, cartoon mascots, and misleading health claims.

Who Can File an Ultra-Processed Food Lawsuit?

Under Louisiana’s Products Liability Act (La. R.S. 9:2800.51 et seq.), manufacturers can be held liable for placing an unreasonably dangerous product into the market. That includes food products that are defective in design, fail to carry adequate warnings, or cause harm when used as intended.

You may be eligible to file a claim if:

• You or your child regularly consumed ultra-processed foods over time
• A doctor diagnosed you or your child with obesity, type 2 diabetes, NAFLD, or a related condition
• You were not adequately warned of the risks involved
• Your family has suffered medically, financially, or emotionally due to these health issues

Even if you’re unsure about the source or scope of your exposure, we can help you determine whether a claim exists.

What Compensation Might Be Available?

Every case is different, but families harmed by ultra-processed foods may be entitled to recover damages for:

• Medical expenses including hospital stays, specialist care, and medications
• Ongoing treatment and future care
• Lost wages or diminished earning capacity due to caregiving or health impacts
• Emotional distress and pain and suffering
• Loss of enjoyment of life or activity restrictions

A successful lawsuit doesn’t just bring compensation, it brings change, by holding powerful corporations accountable for the harm they’ve caused.

Why Choose Crescent City Law?

At Crescent City Law, we don’t shy away from challenging cases. We stand up to powerful companies because protecting families is at the heart of everything we do. Our team is deeply rooted in New Orleans and deeply committed to seeking justice for those who need it most.

1.We listen.

Your story matters. We’ll take the time to understand how this has affected your life.

2.We fight.

Corporations may have deep pockets, but we have something stronger: purpose.

3.We don’t get paid unless you win.

You’ll never owe us any amount upfront. We only get paid if you receive compensation.

From your first call to final resolution, we’re with you every step of the way with clarity, compassion, and fierce advocacy.

How It Works

• Step:1 Call 504-608-0084 to set up a free consultation with our experienced workers’ compensation team.
• Step:2 We’ll start working with you as soon as possible to understand all the details of your case and develop our legal plan.
• Step:3 We’ll fight for the justice you deserve.

If you believe ultra-processed foods contributed to serious health issues, you deserve answers and the chance to hold someone accountable.
Contact us at 504-608-0084 or visit our website to schedule your free initial consultation today.”

Frequently Asked Questions