Scott+Scott, Attorneys at Law, LLP Announces the Filing of Securities Class Action Lawsuit Against JBS S.A. - JBSAY

NEW YORK, May 23, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- Scott+Scott, Attorneys at Law, LLP ("Scott+Scott"), a national shareholder and consumer rights litigation firm, announces that a class action lawsuit has been filed against JBS S.A. (OTCQX: JBSAY) ("JBS" or the "Company") and certain of its senior officers and executives regarding violation of federal securities laws.  If you purchased JBS American Depositary Receipts ("ADRs"), you are encouraged to contact a Scott+Scott attorney at (844) 818-6980 for more information.  The deadline for filing lead plaintiff papers in the lawsuit is July 19, 2017.

JBS is a Brazilian food company that processes meats, such as beef, pork, lamb and chicken, as well as the hides, and exports its products throughout the world.

On March 17, 2017, it was widely reported that Brazilian federal police raided the offices of JBS and other meatpacking companies in a crackdown on alleged bribery of health officials known as "Operation Weak Flesh."  Since then, JBS's Chairman and CEO admitted to paying high-level government bribes and the President of Brazil accused the Company's Chairman and CEO of insider trading.

Since market close on March 16, 2017, the price of JBS ADRs has plummeted over 50%.

What You Can Do

If you are an investor in JBS ADRs and you wish to discuss this lawsuit, or have questions about this notice or your legal rights, please contact attorney Rhiana Swartz at (844) 818-6980, or at [email protected].

About Scott+Scott, Attorneys at Law, LLP

Scott+Scott has significant experience in prosecuting major securities, antitrust, and employee retirement plan actions throughout the United States. The firm represents pension funds, foundations, individuals, and other entities worldwide with offices in New York, London, Connecticut, California, and Ohio.

CONTACT:
Rhiana Swartz
Scott+Scott, Attorneys at Law, LLP
(844) 818-6980
[email protected]

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