An E. coli outbreak that had caused a spate of illnesses across several states in recent weeks appears to have spread once more, with the number of affected consumers reaching 149. Reported cases of E. coli originating from Romaine lettuce have originated from as many as 29 separate states. 129 of the 149 individuals involved have been interviewed about their illness, with around one half of those who participated reporting that they had been hospitalized as a direct result. Between May 2 and May 9, 28 more people have fallen ill, with the outbreak reaching four additional states. It should also be noted that the most recent instances may not have been reported yet, meaning the total could be considerably higher.
As at May 9, seventeen of those affected had contracted a type of kidney failure, known as a hemolytic uremic syndrome, which is known to occur alongside an E. coli infection. One person has died due to contracting E. coli from Romaine lettuce. Although no details are available as yet, it has been stated that at least one affected consumer, or their family, has filed a lawsuit relating to the outbreak.
FDA advice remains unchanged, stating that Romaine lettuce should be avoided unless it can be proven beyond all doubt that it did not originate from the Yuma, Arizona area.
Planning a Wrongful Death Compensation Claim in Los Angeles? An Experienced Attorney Can Help
A wrongful death lawsuit can be brought by certain individuals, who are closely related to one who has died due to the negligence or wrongful actions of another person or entity. As well as ascertaining that you qualify to file for wrongful death compensation, your Los Angeles attorney will need to prove that:
- The death was caused by the accused party
- The death occurred as a direct result of the accused party’s negligence or wrongdoing
- The death brought monetary damages
- The death affected the surviving family members
If you have lost a close family member, and believe you may be eligible to file for wrongful death compensation, a Los Angeles attorney from Law Offices of Howard Kornberg could help maximize the monetary damages you recover.
The law relating to wrongful death claims is strict and, in brief, you could qualify if you are considered to be one of the following: immediate family member, life partner, putative spouse, financially dependent, or parent of the deceased. An experienced wrongful death lawyer can provide legal advice specific to your individual circumstances.
Speak to a Los Angeles Wrongful Death Attorney Today
Wrongful death lawsuits, in Los Angeles, the rest of California, and beyond, can be brought where a loved one died due to negligence. As attorneys with over 35 years of experience, we have successfully handled cases involving:
- Motor vehicle accidents
- Construction site accidents
- Dog bite attacks
- Pedestrian and bicycle accidents
- Bus accidents
- Accidental drowning
- Product defects
- Airplane crashes
- Burns
This is by no means an exhaustive list so, if you have lost a loved one in an accident, schedule a free initial consultation with a Los Angeles wrongful death attorney today by calling us on 310-997-0904.
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