Food Poisoning

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With a great deal of experience with food poisonign claims you can be certain that we can help

Experts in Food Poisoning Claims

It can be difficult to prove a food poisoning claim as the cause of your food poisoning could be something you ate two, three or even up to ten days ago. This is why it is vital to use a solicitor with a great deal of experience in investigating and successfully bringing food poisoning claims. We have a dedicated team who will be able to help and advise you on your claim.

We have successfully claimed compensation for many clients who have suffered from severe food poisoning, either at home or abroad, caused by Salmonella, Listeria, Campylobacter, E. Coli 0157 or the Hepatitis A virus.

The law and your food poisoning claim

Consumer Protection Act 1987 – this is a very useful law which makes it easier to bring food poisoning claims. The Act says that the food retailer must sell a product which is free from harmful bacteria which could cause food poisoning. If you can establish the source of the food poisoning infection then the law imposes a “strict liability” rule on the offending restaurant, shop or supplier. Unusually, you do not need to prove that anyone was negligent, only that:

• the food was not safe (it contained food poisoning bacteria)
• you have been made ill (suffered food poisoning symptoms)
• the cause of the illness is the unsafe food (the infected food gave you food poisoning)

You can sue any or all of the organizations listed below:
• Producer of the food
• Importers i.e. importers into the EU not just the UK
• Own-branders – e.g. supermarkets who put their own name on a product

Our approach to food poisoning claims

We have a great deal of experience in bringing food poisoning claims. In one instance we acted for a number of people who contracted salmonella after eating at an East London restaurant. More than 160 people were poisoned and one of our clients was hospitalized for nearly a month. Unfortunately, he has ongoing neurological problems as a result of the severe dehydration he suffered.

Speak to one of our expert solicitors about your food poisoning claim

Please call 0800 916 9046, email enquiries@rjw.co.uk or use the short food poisoning online enquiry form. Our dedicated food poisoning claim solicitors operate from offices across the country and can offer immediate and accessible representation anywhere in the UK.

What to do if you think you have food poisoning

• Seek medical assistance
• Contact your local Environmental health department
• Stay off work or school for 48 hours or you may pass the illness to others