Denis Stearns, is of-counsel at Marler Clark, earned a BA in philosophy from Seattle University, and his law degree from the University of Wisconsin at Madison. He graduated from both schools with high honors, and won numerous awards for service and
“Intentional Contamination: The Legal Risks and Responsibilities” was written for the Journal of Environmental Health. In the article, I address who is legally responsible for injuries sustained after a person
“Contaminated Fresh Produce and Product Liability: A Law-in-Action Perspective,” appears in
Microbial Safety of Fresh Produce: Challenges, Perspectives, and Strategies
, an IFT Press publication to be released in 2009. According
“The Courage to Criticize,” is a commentary on foodborne illness outbreaks and the key role criticism from the right people could play in preventing them. Public outcry is always present surrounding any outbreak; however, the food and restaurant industries, or public health officials involved in ou
In this 2002 commentary for the July/August edition of Food Protection Report, I write about the Federal Meat Inspection Act and USDA’s rule-making process. The commentary, “USDA’s
