In Florida, food-borne illnesses are quite common. Bacteria can grow quickly in food that is not stored properly (especially in Florida’s heat!) or if the food was prepared in unsanitary conditions. Severe cases of food poisoning also can occur from eating food or drinking beverages contaminated from toxic chemicals, polluted water, or animal waste.

Some of the most common cases of food poisoning can be linked to contaminated fish, poultry, pork and beef, produce/vegetables, fruit, peanut butter, and even frozen foods that have been thawed and refrozen. If you got sick from food poisoning at a restaurant, store, or another commercial establishment in Florida, you have a right to seek justice and receive compensation for your injuries from that business.

Food poisoning cases can be difficult to prove, however, because the product is no longer available. It’s also hard to identify who the responsible party is for the contamination (was it the restaurant or the supplier?). That’s why it’s essential to contact an experienced product liability/personal injury attorney, such as RTRLAW, to make sure you receive the maximum compensation possible for your liability claim.