Minneapolis Salmonella Lawyer

Salmonella is one of the most common foodborne illnesses in the U.S.—and one of the most preventable. If you or a loved one were diagnosed with Salmonella in Minneapolis, you may be eligible to pursue compensation. Call (833) 330-3663 or contact The Lange Law Firm, PLLC online to schedule your free consultation.

Why Choose Us for Your Salmonella Case

• We Focus on Food Safety Litigation: Unlike firms that handle general injury cases, The Lange Law Firm, PLLC concentrates on food and waterborne illnesses, including Salmonella.
• We Have Recovered Millions for Clients: Our firm has represented victims in some of the nation’s most high-profile food contamination cases—recovering meaningful compensation for families across the country.
• No Legal Fees Unless We Win: We work on contingency. You pay nothing upfront and no legal fees at all unless we recover compensation in your case.

Why Hiring a Minneapolis Salmonella Lawyer Is Critical in Salmonella Lawsuits

Proving a Salmonella case requires more than a diagnosis. To succeed in court or in negotiations, your legal team must trace the source of the illness, connect it to a food item or location, and establish liability. This involves working with public health data, expert witnesses, and detailed documentation. An experienced Salmonella lawyer will:

• Coordinate with health agencies and epidemiologists to identify the exact source of contamination.
• Preserve key evidence such as food packaging, purchase receipts, and medical records.
• Build a case using the correct legal theory: product liability, negligence, or breach of warranty.
• Handle settlement negotiations or take the case to trial if needed.
• Ensure that you and your family are treated fairly throughout the legal process

Who Can Be Held Liable?

One or more parties may be legally responsible for your Salmonella infection:

Restaurants and Food Establishments
May be liable if they failed to store, cook, or handle food safely—resulting in contamination.

Food Manufacturers and Distributors
Can be held responsible under product liability laws if their packaged products are tainted.

Grocery Stores and Retailers
May be accountable for selling recalled or dangerous food items.

Farms and Suppliers
Can be liable if contamination occurred during harvesting, transport, or storage.

Minnesota Laws That Apply to Salmonella Cases

Under Minnesota law, manufacturers and sellers can be held liable for food that is unsafe due to contamination, even without proof of negligence. Most Salmonella claims are brought under this legal theory, known as strict liability. Other legal theories claims may be brought under include:

Negligence
If a business failed to follow proper food safety practices and caused harm, it may be liable for damages.

Breach of Implied Warranty
Food sold in Minnesota is expected to be fit for consumption. When it is not, and harm results, a claim may be brought under breach of warranty law.

Wrongful Death
If a loved one dies from complications related to Salmonella, surviving family members may file a wrongful death lawsuit (Minn. Stat. § 573.02).

Statute of Limitations
Personal injury claims in Minnesota generally must be filed within two years from the date of illness (Minn. Stat. § 541.07(1)). For wrongful death, the limit is three years from the date of death.

Speak With a Minneapolis Salmonella Lawyer Today

If you became seriously ill from contaminated food, do not wait to explore your legal options. Call (833) 330-3663 or contact The Lange Law Firm, PLLC online for a free consultation with a trusted Minneapolis Salmonella lawyer.