Posted on April 24, 2025 in Foodborne illness

Losing a pregnancy is a devastating experience. When that loss is caused by contaminated food, the grief is often compounded by anger and confusion. If you suffered a miscarriage after getting food poisoning, you may be wondering if the law allows you to hold someone accountable. In Illinois, the answer is yes: depending on the circumstances, you may be able to file a lawsuit and seek compensation for your losses.

Food poisoning cases are complex, but with the right legal guidance from our Illinois food poisoning lawyers, families affected by this kind of trauma can pursue justice and find a path toward healing.

How Can Food Poisoning Cause Pregnancy Loss?

Some foodborne illnesses are especially dangerous for pregnant women. Listeria, in particular, is a harmful bacterium that can be found in deli meats, unpasteurized cheeses, smoked fish, and certain packaged foods. Even a mild case of food poisoning for a healthy adult can lead to miscarriage, stillbirth, or premature labor when a pregnancy is involved.

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 Posted on April 11, 2025 in Food Poisoning

Food poisoning victims often suffer excruciatingly painful symptoms, including vomiting and diarrhea, which can last for days. Common causes are bacteria, such as E. Coli, or norovirus. Under Illinois law, you have the right to seek compensation if a restaurant is directly responsible for your illnesses. Whether you recovered at home or spent time in the hospital due to the restaurant’s negligence, Illinois food poisoning attorneys can help you identify and fight for the losses you sustained. 

Seeking Compensation for Economic Losses from Food Poisoning at a Restaurant

Consider the financial damage you suffered because of food poisoning. If you went to the doctor or hospital, you likely accumulated medical bills. If you are facing long-term healthcare needs because of your illness, your medical care can become very expensive. People often miss work, sometimes for extended periods, resulting in significant lost wages. These are recoverable monetary losses, including ongoing medical treatments.

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 Posted on March 28, 2025 in Food Allergies

When you send your child to a daycare, you trust and expect them to provide a safe environment, especially when it comes to food allergies. For some children with severe food allergies, the risk of accidental exposure can be life-threatening. But what happens when a daycare fails to protect your child from allergens, and your child suffers an allergic reaction as a result? A knowledgeable Illinois personal injury lawyer can help you understand your legal rights.

What Does Illinois Law Say About Food Allergies in Daycares?

Illinois law places a strong emphasis on safeguarding children from food allergens in educational and childcare settings. Daycares are legally required to create action plans to prevent food exposure, especially if they have been informed of a child's allergies. If your child suffers a food-related allergic reaction due to daycare negligence, you are legally entitled to hold the facility accountable for the harm caused.

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 Posted on March 12, 2025 in Food Poisoning

Food poisoning is an awful, painful, and sometimes dangerous experience. If you became ill after eating contaminated food, you might be entitled to compensation for your medical expenses, lost wages, and other damages. However, it can be challenging to prove that a specific establishment caused your illness. There are several steps you can take to demonstrate its liability for your food poisoning. To learn more, speak with an experienced Illinois food poisoning lawyer who can explain how to build a case that proves your claims and protects your interests.

Step 1: Seek Medical Attention

If you suspect you have food poisoning, your health should be your top priority. Go to a doctor or hospital to be examined as soon as possible. This serves two important purposes. First, it ensures you receive proper treatment. Second, this establishes documentation of our claims. Your medical records can serve as critical evidence in your case. When you are checked, make sure to describe your symptoms, when they started, and what foods you consumed before becoming ill.

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 Posted on February 26, 2025 in Food Poisoning

A Canadian family has filed a wrongful death lawsuit after a mother and son suffered severe food poisoning while vacationing in the Dominican Republic. The family was staying at an all-inclusive resort and had eaten at the resort’s buffet shortly before the mother and son fell ill. The woman and her school-age son became severely ill, while her husband and other son suffered less serious symptoms of food poisoning. While the family began asking the resort staff to get them medical help when it became clear that they were very ill, help did not come until it was too late. The lawsuit filed against the Wyndham-branded resort the family stayed at alleges that unsanitary conditions in the resort’s food preparation areas caused the family's illness. Surviving husband and father is asking for over ten million dollars in damages to compensate him and his surviving son for their losses.

If you have lost a close family member to severe food poisoning, you may be able to recover compensation by filing a wrongful death lawsuit. While nothing can bring your family member back, pursuing damages can help keep your surviving family financially secure in the wake of a loss. Our experienced Illinois food poisoning lawyers will strive to help you hold the food supplier that made your family member ill accountable.

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 Posted on February 11, 2025 in Listeria

Around two million donuts and other baked goods were recalled because of fears of listeria contamination. Major suppliers, including Dunkin’ Donuts, were involved in the voluntary recall.

Although the possible source of contamination was not identified by the FDA, a wide variety of goods was recalled, including rolls, donuts, eclairs, and other confectioneries. If you believe you were injured as a result of food poisoning from this or any other source, contact our Illinois food poisoning lawsuit attorneys right away. Time is of the essence when gathering information about food poisoning lawsuits, so the sooner you act, the more likely your case is to be successful.

What Happens if You Get Listeria Poisoning? 

People who come into contact with listeria can suffer from listeriosis, a serious foodborne illness specifically caused by listeria bacteria. Certain people – such as pregnant women, elderly people, and very young children – are at heightened risk of contracting a very serious form of listeriosis, which can include terrible suffering and even death. Symptoms of listeriosis include, but are not limited to: 

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 Posted on January 27, 2025 in Food Poisoning

Food poisoning can be caused by a lot of different types of bacteria and viruses. Some cases of food poisoning can also be caused by mold and spores. Most foods are not sterile - they are likely to have some bacteria or other pathogens present. These pathogens should be killed by cooking or prevented from propagating to the point where they will cause illness through safe food handling. When you become ill with food poisoning, your doctors will want to know what type of foodborne pathogen is causing your illness so that they know how to treat you. Your Illinois food poisoning attorney will also need to know which pathogen is making you sick. Knowing which virus, bacteria, or fungi is making you sick can help your attorney prove where your food poisoning likely came from.

Salmonella Spreads Through Contaminated Food Sources 

Salmonella is found in the digestive tracts of livestock and is spread when food becomes contaminated with animal feces, normally in an agricultural processing center. Vegetables, eggs, and meats are common sources of salmonella. Proper washing of produce and cooking meats to a safe temperature normally prevents the spread of salmonella.

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 Posted on January 14, 2025 in Food Poisoning

Food poisoning is often thought of as a short-term problem. When most people get food poisoning, they are expected to go through a very rough couple of days before recovering completely. Mild cases of food poisoning can clear up on their own within 12 to 24 hours. More serious cases can leave a person hospitalized for a week or more. The most severe cases, unfortunately, can have a long-term impact on a person’s health. Conditions like reactive arthritis can appear after a person has food poisoning. People who already had a weakened immune system or other serious health conditions are more likely to suffer permanent or long-term damage as a result of food poisoning. If you have been made ill by contaminated food, you should speak to a well-qualified Illinois food poisoning attorney. You may be entitled to compensation.

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 Posted on December 27, 2024 in Food Poisoning

Sometimes, it is quite obvious where you got food poisoning from. If you and several of your friends eat at the same restaurant one night and all get sick, you can fairly easily deduce that the restaurant is responsible for your illness. However, if you are the only person you know who became ill, it might be harder to determine what the source of your food poisoning was. By working with public health officials and tracking your symptoms, an experienced Illinois food poisoning attorney can often help to identify the source of your illness. If you have recently experienced severe food poisoning and you are not sure where you got it, you should consult a lawyer.

Comparing the Timing of Symptoms and Type of Pathogen

One way to determine where you most likely got food poisoning from is to track the timing and onset of your symptoms. Most foodborne pathogens, like E. Coli, Norovirus, and Listeria follow a fairly predictable course when they infect a person. Some take days to set in after a person eats contaminated food, while others take effect within 30 minutes. If you know what type of foodborne pathogen you were sickened by, this can help your attorneys and public health officials alike determine the source.

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 Posted on December 10, 2024 in Food Allergies

Young children who go to daycare are usually not in the best position to manage their own food allergies. While older children are usually aware that they have an allergy, they may not always know what foods contain the ingredients they are allergic to. Toddlers need much more supervision to ensure that they do not eat something containing an allergen. When you drop your child off at daycare and have made the daycare aware of your child’s allergy, you should be able to trust that the care providers will watch carefully during meal and snack times to make sure your child does not eat anything he or she cannot have.

Unfortunately, young children are sometimes exposed to foods they are allergic to at daycare. For some children, this can be life-threatening. If your child was harmed by a food allergen while at daycare, you may be entitled to compensation on his or her behalf. An experienced Illinois food allergen reactions attorney can help you pursue any legal action possible.

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