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...
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
FDA Updates Guidance on Food Allergen Labeling
September 8, 2023
In November 2022, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA)’s Center for Food Safety and Applied Nutrition (CFSAN) released Draft Guidance on food allergen labeling entitled, “Questions and Answers Regarding Food Allergens,
Introducing Handel Food Law Intern Jinnie Lee
July 6, 2023
We are thrilled to introduce Hyo Jin (Jinnie) Lee, Handel Food Law’s intern for the summer and fall of 2023. Jinnie will be a regular contributor to the blog. Read on to learn about her impressive background. Hello, I am...