Posted on November 21, 2015 in Food Poisoning

In mid-2015 the Centers for Disease Control reported a multi-state outbreak of Salmonella poisoning associated with cucumbers imported from Mexico. Individuals in 23 states became ill after eating these cucumbers, which were grown and packed by Rancho Don Juanito in Mexico and then sold in the United States by Andrew & Williamson Fresh Produce. The specific strain of Salmonella, Salmonella Poona, is known to appear in affected individuals 12 to 72 hours after coming into contact with the bacteria and causing symptoms like cramping, fatigue, diarrhea, fever, and in rare cases, joint pain.

There is no way to completely eliminate your risk of being infected with Salmonella Poona or any other type of bacteria that can cause food poisoning. This is especially true if you frequently eat food prepared in place other than your own kitchen, such as restaurants and cafeterias. In most cases, Salmonella poisoning resolves itself within a few days with rest and the intake of fluids. However, it can sometimes become severe to the point that medical intervention is necessary. When this is the case, a victim has the right to seek compensation for his or her losses through a food poisoning claim.

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 Posted on November 15, 2015 in Food Poisoning

Listeriosis is the disease caused by contact with listeria, a type of bacteria that can grow in soft cheeses, processed meats, and certain types of vegetables. When an individual comes into contact with listeria, he or she can experience food poisoning symptoms like nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, fatigue, and confusion. Usually, these symptoms resolve themselves within a few days. But sometimes, listeriosis can develop into a much more serious illness, necessitating more substantial treatment methods.

Infants and young children, pregnant women, the elderly, and any other individuals with weakened immune systems are especially at risk of developing listeriosis if they come into contact with listeria. If you are in one of these categories or you have a young child who might have been exposed to listeria, call your doctor right away for medical attention. If the illness becomes severe to the point that you experience substantial losses because of it, you could have grounds to file a personal injury claim with help from an experienced food poisoning attorney.

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 Posted on November 08, 2015 in Food Poisoning

Listeria is a type of bacteria that is known to cause food poisoning symptoms in individuals who consume it. The symptoms include nausea, headaches, fatigue, vomiting, fever, nausea, diarrhea, and confusion. This illness is also known as listeriosis.

Like other types of food poisoning, such as salmonella and botulism, listeria enters the body by being consumed on food. Certain types of food are more likely to carry listeria than others. In healthy adults, listeriosis generally resolves itself within a few days. But for pregnant women, infants, young children, the elderly, and any others who suffer from a weakened immune system, listeriosis can be a very serious illness. If you or a loved one have suffered from listeriosis and incurred significant bills, such as medical bills and lost wages because you could not work while you were ill, you could be entitled to receive monetary compensation for your expenses through a food poisoning claim.

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 Posted on October 30, 2015 in Food Poisoning

Listeria is a type of bacteria that can cause an individual to suffer from adverse health effects after consuming contaminated food. These health effects are collectively known as listeriosis.

Listeria can be found in a variety of foods such as soft cheeses and processed meats. An individual who contracts listeria poisoning can feel the effects of the illness within a few days. Sometimes the symptoms do not appear until one or two months after the victim contracts the bacteria. This is what can make listeria dangerous – by staying hidden for so long, a victim can go without seeking treatment and suffer significant bodily damage caused by the infection. If you or somebody you know have suffered from listeriosis because of exposure to the bacteria caused by another party's negligence, you or the victim could be entitled to monetary compensation for the costs associated with this illness through a food poisoning claim. Contact an experienced food poisoning attorney to learn more about this type of claim.

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 Posted on October 30, 2015 in Food Poisoning

Listeria is a type of bacteria that can cause an individual to suffer from adverse health effects after consuming contaminated food. These health effects are collectively known as listeriosis.

Listeria can be found in a variety of foods such as soft cheeses and processed meats. An individual who contracts listeria poisoning can feel the effects of the illness within a few days. Sometimes the symptoms do not appear until one or two months after the victim contracts the bacteria. This is what can make listeria dangerous – by staying hidden for so long, a victim can go without seeking treatment and suffer significant bodily damage caused by the infection. If you or somebody you know have suffered from listeriosis because of exposure to the bacteria caused by another party's negligence, you or the victim could be entitled to monetary compensation for the costs associated with this illness through a food poisoning claim. Contact an experienced food poisoning attorney to learn more about this type of claim.

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 Posted on October 24, 2015 in Food Poisoning

When a food supplier's produce or meat becomes contaminated with salmonella, widespread illness can be the result. For example, a recent food poisoning case from Lake county shows a total of 46 cases of salmonella illness that can be traced to one catering company. These individuals ate food supplied from Catered Productions of Libertyville, IL at four separate events: a wedding, a high school swim meet, a religious retreat, and an obstacle race.

Although salmonella poisoning can resolve itself in many cases, it is possible for an individual to suffer tremendously and need medical intervention to recover from this type of food poisoning. The risk of suffering to this degree is higher for individuals with compromised immune systems, the elderly, and very young children. If you have suffered from salmonella or any other type of food poisoning to the point that you have experienced substantial financial losses, work with an experienced food poisoning attorney to file and pursue personal injury claim against the party responsible.

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 Posted on October 18, 2015 in Food Poisoning

Listeria is a genus of bacteria that can cause illness in individuals who consume it. This illness is called listeriosis. Listeriosis can cause a variety of health problems in infected individuals and in some cases, it can be deadly.

Listeria can be found in many foods and food products. Listeriosis is a type of food poisoning. If you experience listeriosis symptoms, seek medical attention. Your doctor can provide you with an appropriate diagnosis and treatment for your condition. If your exposure to listeria was caused by another party's negligence or reckless behavior, you could be entitled to seek monetary compensation for the expenses associated with your illness through a personal injury claim.

How is Listeria Spread?

Listeria can be found in a wide variety of foods. Examples of foods that can contain listeria include:

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 Posted on October 08, 2015 in Foodborne illness

Aspen Foods of Chicago is continuing its recall of frozen chicken products after receiving more reports of salmonella illnesses linked to their products. The products recalled include packages of breaded Chicken Kiev, Chicken and Broccoli, and Chicken Cordon Bleu. This recall comes after the company issued a previous recall in July 2015.

Salmonella infection can lead to serious, even deadly, complications. When a company's product is found to be responsible for a consumer's illness, that company may be held liable for the consumer's medical costs and other economic losses caused by the illness. If you or your child became ill after consuming a product such as the products listed above, you could be entitled to a monetary settlement. Contact an experienced food poisoning attorney today to begin this discussion.

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 Posted on September 30, 2015 in Food Poisoning

Stewart Parnell, former owner of Peanut Corporation of America (PCA) was sentenced to 28 years in prison for knowingly shipping peanut products contaminated with salmonella in 2007. The outbreak that ensued caused nine deaths and more than 700 illnesses. Alongside Stewart Parnell, his brother, food broker Michael Parnell received a 20-year prison sentence. Mary Wilkerson, the PCA plant's quality assurance manager, was sentenced to five years in prison. “Just ship it,” Parnell wrote in a 2007 email to a plant manager after being notified of the contamination in the latest batch of peanut products.

Food safety activists are hailing this ruling as a step toward a safer, more transparent food industry for America. We still have a long way to go in containing salmonella and other dangerous bacteria in foods. If you have been affected by salmonella or another type of food-borne illness, seek medical care for your condition. Then, contact an experienced food poisoning attorney to discuss the possibility of filing a personal injury claim against the party responsible for your illness. This party could be the food product's manufacturer, supplier, distributor, or retailer. In some cases, the fault could potentially fall on more than one of these parties.

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 Posted on September 23, 2015 in Food Poisoning

As a parent, the thought of your child being injured or falling ill when you are not available to protect him or her is likely one of your greatest fears. Although you do all that you can to protect your child from harm, part of growing up is spending time away from parents and learning to make independent decisions. Your child could be exposed to contaminated food at school, at friends' homes, and in public places like food courts, restaurants, and snack stands. Although you can not prevent food poisoning from happening to your child, you can make sure he or she gets the treatment he or she needs to recover.

In some cases, food poisoning is severe enough to require substantial medical care. If this is the case for your child, you might be able to recover monetary compensation for the cost of this medical care through a food poisoning claim. This is a type of personal injury claim that can cover costs associated with food poisoning treatment. Discuss this option with an experienced food poisoning attorney to determine if you have grounds for a claim.

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