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The bacterium known as salmonella is responsible for most food poisoning and is most often reported in North America and Europe. Such food poisoning typically occurs in small, localized populations, and outbreaks can arise in hospitals or restaurants. Children and elderly people are more vulnerable to such poisoning, because their immunity systems are less strong.

Recently in America, an outbreak of salmonella food poisoning reportedly was caused by contaminated jalapeno or Serrano peppers and possibly by tomatoes. This outbreak spread throughout the food supply, afflicting thousands of Americans.

If you are a victim of food poisoning by salmonella bacterium and believe a restaurant, grocery store, hotel or other food provider is responsible, contact a salmonella lawyer at Jim S. Adler & Associates to discuss the matter and determine if you are legally entitled to compensation for suffering you endured due to another’s negligence.

Salmonella food poisoning has many sources

Salmonella food poisoning can occur in many types of foods, including vegetables and fruits. People who are infected by salmonella food poisoning quickly show symptoms. These can vary from person to person but often include headaches, vomiting, abdominal cramps, diarrhea, fever, loss of appetite and flu-like symptoms.

If you experience any such symptoms, consult a doctor immediately. Sometimes the symptoms may be mild, but other times they can be severe and even can be a contributing factor in death. Frequent vomiting, intense headaches and painful stomach cramps must be treated immediately.

Food poisoning cases require a salmonella lawyer

A salmonella bacterium usually causes intestinal infections and is perhaps the most common food-borne illness reported in the United States. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, in 2005 there were more than 36,000 cases reported of salmonella food poisoning in the U.S.

Usually milder cases are not diagnosed and are not brought to the attention of authorities, such as the Food and Drug Administration. In fact, it’s estimated that only 3% of such food poisoning is reported nationwide. But statistics also show that 31 percent of food poisoning deaths are due to salmonella food poisoning.

The salmonella bacterium typically attacks food when it isn’t processed well. Vegetables and other food items may not be stored or processed properly in restaurants, stores, kitchens of institutions or other places. After a harvest, poor handling and processing of food also may be responsible for an outbreak of salmonella food poisoning.

If you are a victim of salmonella food poisoning, contact a salmonella lawyer at Jim S. Adler & Associates to possibly file a lawsuit for compensation from those who are responsible for your condition. Such compensation would help you and your family to meet expenses of medical treatments including medications, long-term care and rehabilitation, if required. Monetary help and proper treatment can assure that victims again can lead normal lives.

Salmonella food poisoning can be fatal

Many people don't take salmonella food poisoning as seriously as they should. They don't realize that such poisoning can be very dangerous. If the bacterium somehow enters the bloodstream and circulates throughout the body, it can cause severe infections to your brain and spinal cord, such as meningitis, or infection of the bloodstream, such as sepsis. If this happens, food poisoning can be deadly and life threatening. Indeed, statistics show that nearly 600 people die yearly from salmonella food poisoning.

If you are infected by the salmonella bacterium due to ingestion of infected food served or sold by others, you have a right to file a lawsuit against them for compensation and to file for punitive damages against the food supplier.

A salmonella attorney at Jim S. Adler & Associates can explore all legal aspects of your food poisoning. Such a salmonella lawyer is well aware of all legal matters related to food poisoning. The law firm has assisted many people who have sought help for food poisoning. Learn more at the law firm's News and Views blog, and click on the link for a free case review.

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Salmonella found in veggie seasoning

Robert’s American Gourmet announced on July 3, 2007 that “veggie seasoning” used on both Veggie Booty and Super Veggie Tings was the source of the multi-state Salmonella outbreak. Salmonella, a potentially deadly bacteria that causes fever, bloody diarrhea, and cramping, is especially dangerous for elderly people, young children, and those with compromised immune systems. This makes the current outbreak particularly worrisome since Veggie Booty and Super Veggie Tings are marketed for and consumed by primarily infants and toddlers.

On June 29, 2007 Robert's American Gourmet recalled all sizes of its "Veggie Booty" children snacks after it had been connected to an outbreak of Salmonella affecting over 50 people in 17 states. Most of those afflicted with the food poisoning were toddlers and infants, one of the highest risk groups for serious complications due to Salmonella, including death. On July 2, 2007 the company recalled another in its line of popular snacks, "Super Veggie Tings Crunchy Corn Sticks."

In June 2007, the American public was hit with yet another case of contaminated food. This time it was Robert’s America Gourmet Veggie Booty Snack Food, cited in at least 51 cases of salmonella across the country, according to a Food and Drug Administration (FDA) press release. The recall came about five months after another nationwide recall of Peter Pan and Great Value peanut butters, also due to salmonella contamination.