Chipotle Mexican Grill - Campylobacter Lawsuits
Aylstock, Witkin, Kreis & Overholtz, PLLC
In February 2009, a Chipotle Mexican Grill in Apple Valley, Minnesota, became the epicenter of a campylobacteriosis outbreak that sickened more than 10 people. Within two to five days after dining at the restaurant, many of its patrons developed severe diarrhea, fever, abdominal cramps and nausea. Two of the campylobacteriosis victims experienced serious campylobacteriosis complications and had to be hospitalized. A subsequent investigation revealed several safety violations at the Chipotle Mexican Grill that might have caused the campylobacteriosis outbreak. The negligent food preparation practices might also make the restaurant liable for any damages incurred by customers who became sick after eating contaminated food served at its Apple Valley location.
Campylobacter Food Poisoning at Apple Valley Chipotle Mexican Grill
Campylobacters are a group of bacteria that live in soil, water and the intestines of many birds and animals. Chickens are especially susceptible to campylobacter infection, and it is estimated that about 50 percent of all poultry produced in the United States contains campylobacters. If chicken is not cooked thoroughly, the bacteria can enter the human gastrointestinal tract and cause the onset of campylobacteriosis symptoms.
In the case of the campylobacteriosis outbreak at the Apple Valley Chipotle Mexican Grill, an environmental health investigation revealed that the restaurant had at times served undercooked chicken. The improperly prepared chicken dishes likely caused the campylobacteriosis symptoms in the restaurant's customers. Laboratory tests confirmed Campylobacter jejuni infection in at least nine cases; however, many more infections probably went undiagnosed.
Campylobacter Legal Recourse
Campylobacteriosis victims who suffered physical and/or psychological harm due to contaminated dishes served at the Chipotle Mexican Grill might be entitled to monetary compensation. All restaurants in the United States are required to serve food that is reasonably safe. Failure to adhere to this standard (such as serving undercooked chicken) might make the responsible eateries financially liable for any injuries sustained by the victims. If the plaintiffs in Chipotle lawsuits can prove that their illness was caused by the restaurant, they may be able to obtain significant compensation.
Contacting a Skilled Campylobacteriosis Lawyer
Campylobacter food poisoning sickens more than 2 million Americans every year. If you believe that your illness or the campylobacteriosis symptoms of your loved one were caused by a contaminated food product or restaurant meal, you might be entitled to compensation. Contact the law offices of Aylstock, Witkin, Kreis & Overholtz at (888) 255-2956 today for a thorough case review and sound legal advice. In addition to handling campylobacteriosis cases, the attorneys of AWKO Law are experienced at helping obtain justice for victims of salmonella, E. coli, fish poisoning and listeria food poisoning.
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