Most Food Labeling Class Actions Remain Stayed While FDA Process Runs ‘Natural’ Course

Consumer class actions over the use of the term ‘‘natural’’ on product labels should be stayed in deference to the Food and Drug Administration’s ongoing consideration of regulatory action, Sidley lawyers Amy Lally and Amanda Farfel say. The large number of comments received by the FDA on the topic reflects the complexity of the issues and the need for expert guidance from the agency the authors say.