The Seventh Circuit’s July 27, 2026 decision in Franco v. Chobani, LLC is a cautionary tale for any food company that has leaned on FDA enforcement discretion as a labeling compliance strategy. The court held that...
This Protein Labeling Mistake Will Get Your Brand Sued
December 1, 2025
Protein is having a moment with many consumers trying to hit daily protein goals well above the levels in standard dietary advice. In the rush to capitalize on the protein trend, many companies make a labeling mistake that...
FDA recently released a proposed rule to require front of pack “nutrition info” labels with the aim of making it easy for consumers to recognize foods that have healthier levels of saturated fat, sodium, and added
USDA Organic Seal Gains Superpowers from Trademark Law
December 23, 2023
Like Superman’s distinctive “S,” USDA’s Organic Seal now has ® to signify its superpowers. The US Department of Agriculture recently announced that it registered the USDA Organic Seal with the US Patent and Trademark
Legal Checklist: How to Start a Food Business
October 5, 2023
Do you ever dream of selling your food products all over the country? While it is crucial to have a good product and business plan, you should also pay attention to the legalities. By following each step on this checklist and