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Every year, millions of people around the world contract a foodborne illness. Most people recover relatively quickly and easily, but in some cases there are serious medical problems, significant lost work time, and even fatalities. A food poisoning lawsuit may be appropriate in such situations, as a way to obtain a legal remedy for the losses incurred.
To have a food poisoning lawsuit, it may not be necessary to have the illness confirmed as food poisoning by a health authority such as a hospital or public health clinic. There are laboratory markers for many types of food poisoning, and it is helpful if such a marker has confirmed your food poisoning. However, simple documentation of the symptoms of food poisoning by a physician may be enough.
The Source Must Be Identified
To pursue a food poisoning lawsuit, it is necessary to be able to identify the source of the food poisoning. Even if an individual becomes seriously ill or dies from confirmed food poisoning, there is no possibility of identifying a defendant who could be held liable for the damages if the food poisoning source cannot be determined.
The food product or other source of the food poisoning is likened to a "smoking gun," with the specific pathogen that can be shown to be the source of the foodborne illness, whether the food poisoning is due to Salmonella, Listeria, botulism, E. coli, or something else.
Case in Point
The 2007 outbreak of botulism provides an illustration. When individuals showed up at various hospitals across the country showing symptoms of this very serious type of food poisoning, they and their families were questioned about their recent food intake. A common denominator was soon identified — canned food such as chili and hot dog sauce from a specific food supplier, Castleberry's Inc.
In some cases, the canned products that had caused the illness were still available; in other cases, the offending food had been discarded. Either way, the people who were sickened by those food products may be entitled to file a food poisoning lawsuit against Castleberry's.
Damages and Losses Due to Food Poisoning
The consequences of a serious case of food poisoning can include several types of losses. A food poisoning lawsuit may seek monetary compensation for damages such as:
If food poisoning has affected you or a loved one, be sure to seek medical care, and have the symptoms and outcome of the illness documented by healthcare professionals. If you still have the food or source that you suspect caused the illness, store it in refrigerated conditions. Cooperate with local, state, or federal investigators, in part to provide further confirmation of the illness as an instance of food poisoning.
Consult a Food Poisoning Lawsuit Attorney
Don't let your damages go uncompensated. Seek the counsel of an attorney who is experienced in handling food poisoning lawsuits — talk with a qualified food poisoning lawyer today to discuss your circumstances.
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