Salmonella Outbreak and Class Action Lawsuits
Over 50 million people sicken and about 3,000 die every year because of some type of food-borne illness. The most common cause of food poisoning is salmonella, bacteria that is spread from the feces of infected animals or people. In most cases, people get salmonella from undercooked eggs or poultry, but it can spread to any food or beverage if a person fails to wash his or her hands before touching other food.
If a food manufacturing company provides food that is contaminated with salmonella to a large group of people, the group may be able to pursue a class action lawsuit. If you are part of a group of individuals that have all gotten sick due to a food that was infected with salmonella, contact the class action attorneys of Feazell & Tighe, LLP, today at 877-508-0588 today to schedule a consultation with a qualified lawyer.
Symptoms of Salmonella Infections
Over the past few years, there have been many recalled food products that may have infected millions of Americans. In 2010, the Center for Disease Control and Prevention recalled over 550 million eggs that were infected with salmonella. Salmonella can make you very sick, causing the following symptoms:
- Nauseas and vomiting
- Abdominal pain
- Fever and chills
- Headaches
- Diarrhea
These symptoms can last a few days to a week or even up to a month. If you have been infected because of a negligent food company, you may be able to hold this entity responsible for your medical bills and pain and suffering through a class action lawsuit.
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Batches of tainted produce or other food products can quickly affect hundreds of people. At Feazell & Tighe, LLP, our team of class action lawyers will help you fight for the compensation you need. Contact us today at 877-508-0588 to discuss your case.
