Fresno Salmonella Lawyer
If you developed salmonella poisoning after eating contaminated food in Fresno, you may be entitled to compensation. The Lange Law Firm, PLLC can help you hold the responsible parties accountable. Call (833) 330-3663 or contact us online for a free consultation.
Why Choose Our Fresno Salmonella Lawyer?
- We concentrate solely on food contamination and foodborne illness cases, including salmonella outbreaks.
- Our legal team has secured millions for victims of salmonella and other foodborne illnesses across the country.
- We work on a contingency fee basis. You pay nothing unless we win your case.
Notable Case Results
- $7 Million: For multiple individuals harmed or killed after consuming a contaminated food product.
- $4 Million: Recovered for a family who lost a loved one due to foodborne illness.
- $3.6 Million: Awarded in a wrongful death case involving a 58-year-old woman.
- $3.6 Million: For the family of a man who died from exposure to a contaminated food item.
For more case results, visit our victories page.
What Is Salmonella?
Salmonella is a bacterium that causes one of the most common foodborne illnesses in the United States. People typically become infected by consuming contaminated food or water. Common sources include:
- Undercooked poultry, meat, or eggs
- Raw fruits and vegetables exposed to contaminated water
- Unpasteurized milk, cheese, or juice
- Packaged foods such as frozen meals or nut butters
- Cross-contaminated kitchen surfaces or utensils
- Animal contact, especially reptiles or live poultry
Who Can Be Held Liable?
A variety of individuals and entities along the food supply chain may be responsible for a salmonella outbreak:
Restaurants and Food Vendors
For improper food storage, handling, or hygiene.
Food Manufacturers
For contamination during production or packaging.
Distributors and Retailers
For selling unsafe, recalled, or improperly stored products.
Farms or Processors
For using contaminated irrigation water or poor sanitary practices.
California Law on Foodborne Illness
In California, you may bring a legal claim based on the following grounds:
- Strict Product Liability: California law allows you to hold a party liable for selling a defective food product, even without proving negligence (California Civil Code § 1714.45).
- Negligence: A claim may arise when a business fails to exercise reasonable care in food preparation, handling, or distribution.
- Breach of Warranty: If food labeled as safe or free from allergens is later found contaminated, a breach of warranty may apply.
- Statute of Limitations: California law gives victims two years from the date of injury to file a personal injury claim (California Code of Civil Procedure § 335.1).
How a Fresno Salmonella Attorney Can Help
An experienced Fresno salmonella attorney can guide you through the complex process of a salmonella claim. Legal support includes:
- Identifying the source of contamination with help from health authorities and food safety experts.
- Gathering evidence such as purchase receipts, food samples, test results, and medical documentation.
- Determining which party or parties are legally responsible.
- Negotiating with insurers for full compensation including hospital bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering.
- Litigating the case in court if a fair settlement cannot be reached.
Hiring a skilled Fresno food safety attorney improves your chances of success and allows you to focus on recovery.
Contact a Fresno Salmonella Lawyer Today
If you or a loved one was diagnosed with salmonella after consuming contaminated food in Fresno, call The Lange Law Firm, PLLC at (833) 330-3663 or message us online. We will review your case and explain your legal options during a free consultation.
