Panera Bread Settles Lawsuit over Charged Lemonade Health Issues
Learn about the recent settlement of a lawsuit against Panera Bread regarding health problems linked to their Charged Lemonade drinks. Explore the details of the case and the company's response.
Background of the Lawsuit
Panera Bread recently settled the first of four lawsuits connected to health problems and fatalities allegedly linked to their now-discontinued Charged Lemonade drinks. One tragic incident involved Sarah Katz, who had Long QT Type 1 Syndrome, a condition that can lead to heart arrhythmia. Katz reportedly suffered a cardiac arrest and passed away in 2022 after consuming a Charged Lemonade beverage that she was unaware contained caffeine.
