Florida Food Recall Attorneys

Spinach, jalapenos, peanut butter, pet food, the list of recent food recalls is a mile long. Our country's growing reliance on processed foods and increased distribution of non-local foods increases the risk that you might be affected by a contaminated piece of food that carries a disease such as salmonella, E. Coli, botulism, Listeria, or worse.

The federal Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has jurisdiction over human and animal food and issues warnings and involuntary recalls when foods are connected to outbreaks of disease or injury. Unfortunately, they often do so after hundreds of victims have been sickened or poisoned by recalled foods that can lead to food poisoning, hospitalization, and even death. Though the causes of food recalls range from poor sanitation to tainted additives to spoilage, improper storage, and improper handling, food recalls have one common thread - they all involve foods that present a significant danger to victims.

Many write off food poisoning as a minor disease, but the effects can be longstanding. Victims may be weakened on a long-term basis, require extensive treatment and hospitalization, and miss significant amounts of work. Sometimes, long-term consequences can affect a victim's kidneys or intestines, leading to health issues later in life. In fact, salmonella is closely linked to a condition called Reiter's Syndrome that can cause chronic arthritis and organ failure.

It can be easy to settle for a replaced product or a small insurance company payout when it comes to food recalls. However, victims of tainted food have rights and can sue in court to collect damages designed to compensate for the costs of medical treatment, lost wages, and future treatment. If you have been injured due to a recalled food, think twice before you quit the fight. An experienced, aggressive Florida personal injury attorney can be your best resource in such cases, helping you fight for your rights and the compensation you deserve.

At Farah & Farah, we've helped our clients collect millions in verdicts and settlements during over 25 years of business. Call on the best when it comes to Jacksonville food recall representation - call Farah & Farah today for a free case consultation and more information.