From the beginning of food production to the time it reaches your dinner plate, there are ample opportunities for food contamination to take place. Contamination may happen at any stage of the process, including during production, processing, storage, or distribution. Sometimes food contamination leads to recalls by manufacturers, but it is often the case that consumers are never timely informed of the dangerous substances in their food.
At Goldenberg Lauricella, PLLC, our products liability attorneys take food safety, and its impact on both the individual and society as a whole, very seriously. We recognize the profound damage contaminated food can wreak on an innocent person. When food manufacturers and distributors fail to provide the food you put in your body safely, and you suffer because of that failure, please let our team of lawyers assist you.
Diseases From Contaminated Food
More than 200 diseases, including everything from diarrhea to certain cancers, are spread through food by way of harmful bacteria, viruses, parasites, and dangerous chemical substances.
According to the Federal Food, Drug and Cosmetics Act and the Minnesota Food Law, food is adulterated if it “bears or contains any poisonous or deleterious substance which may render it injurious to health.” The adulteration of any food, as well as the manufacture, sale, and distribution of any adulterated food, is strictly prohibited by both the Federal Food, Drug and Cosmetics Act and the Minnesota Food Law.
The Injuries
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), one in every six Americans become sick every year due to the consumption of contaminated food. The most common symptoms are gastrointestinal pain, vomiting, and diarrhea, but contaminated food can also, in certain situations, lead to long-term health complications, and even death.
While anyone can be injured by eating contaminated food, the consequences are usually far more severe for infants, pregnant women, the elderly, and those with compromised immune systems.
Who Is Liable?
When contaminated food is provided to consumers, a number of different parties, including manufacturers and distributors, could potentially be liable for any injuries suffered as a result of eating the contaminated food. Goldenberg Lauricella, PLLC is experienced at digging into the specific circumstances resulting in the contamination to ensure that the culpable parties are held accountable.
Study
Food illnesses in the United States are most commonly caused by norovirus, salmonella, clostridium perfringens, campylobacter, and staphylococcus aureus (staph). Symptoms of these viruses include abdominal pain, vomiting, diarrhea, fever, and severe dehydration. Less common germs that cause food illness are clostridium botulinum, listeria, Escherichia coli, and vibrio. However, these germs often lead to more serious injuries and hospitalization.
Goldenberg Lauricella, PLLC Can Help
The attorneys at Goldenberg Lauricella, PLLC have the expertise that you need to successfully bring a food poisoning lawsuit in Minnesota. Our team has over 40 years of experience bringing justice to clients injured by the negligence of others. Contact us for a free consultation to discuss your potential case today.
Why Choose Goldenberg Lauricella, PLLC?
Injuries suffered from the ingestion of contaminated food often include physical sickness but severe cases can cause potential long-term health complications. Severe cases of food poisoning may also include substantial medical costs, lost wages, and psychological effects. Our team of lawyers understands the profound impact these damages can have on your life. We will painstakingly document the impact your injury has had on your life to give you and your loved ones the best chance at meaningful financial recovery.