6th Circ. Backs Smucker In Salmonella Coverage Dispute

By Hope Patti · July 1, 2026, 8:18 PM EDT

An alleged salmonella outbreak that potentially tainted peanut butter produced by J.M. Smucker Co. is a single occurrence under its commercial general liability policies, the Sixth Circuit affirmed Wednesday, saying Smucker's...

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Case Information

Case Title

J.M. Smucker Co. v. ACE American Insurance Co.

Case Number

5:23-cv-00607

Court

Ohio Northern

Nature of Suit

Insurance

Date Filed

March 21, 2023


Case Title

J.M. Smucker Company v. Ace American Insurance Company

Case Number

25-3799

Court

Appellate - 6th Circuit

Nature of Suit

4110 Contract: Insurance

Date Filed

October 07, 2025