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Claims Guide
Food Poisoning Claims Guide
How to file a food poisoning lawsuit.
1
Seek Medical Attention
Get medical care immediately. Request a stool sample test to identify the pathogen. Keep all medical records and document symptoms.
2
Save Evidence
Save any leftover food, packaging, and receipts. Do not dispose of potential evidence. Take photos of everything.
3
Report to Health Department
Contact your local health department. They can investigate and may link your case to a larger outbreak,
4
Document Everything
Keep a symptom diary. Note when symptoms started, their severity, and how they affected your daily life and work.
5
Consult Food Safety Attorney
Food poisoning cases involve strict liability, but require expert evidence. An experienced attorney can connect you to outbreak investigations.
Key Evidence
Positive stool test
Medical records
Food receipts
Leftover food/packaging
Symptom diary
Outbreak link