Food Poisoning Claims For Illness Compensation

If you have suffered from food poisoning after eating at a restaurant, take away or after consuming a shop or supermarket food product then you may be entitled to claim compensation.  Many people don't realise that food poisoning is classed as a personal injury.

What is food poisoning?

Food poisoning is often due to a person eating a contaminated food.  The food will contain a bacterium that makes the person become sick.

Some of the bacteria that cause this condition are:

• E. Coli
• Listeria
• Salmonella
• Norovirus
• Botulism (from improper canning or preserving of food)

Causes of food poisoning

A common situation where food poisoning is contracted is where there is a large amount of food being prepared for a large amount of people. Cleanliness may take a second seat as the preparers are busily preparing the large amount of food.  In addition, putting out large amounts of something like potato salad that contains mayonnaise will spoil when it’s left out too long.  Food being left out on hot days increases the chance of food poisoning occurring in the people eating it.  Some of the common reasons for food poisoning include:

• Undercooked meats
• Spoiled dairy products
• Improper cleanliness
• Improper preserving of foods

Symptoms of food poisoning

• Vomiting and/or diarrhea
• Fever or chills
• A headache
• Strong abdominal cramps
• Fatigue and feelings of weakness

Compensation for food poisoning

Many people are unaware that they can claim compensation for food poisoning but help is at hand.  In addition to claiming compensation for you or a loved ones suffering, you may also be able to claim for medical expenses, lost wages and any other out of pocket expenses.  For an idea of what you could get see some typical compensation amounts.

Everyday Claims make it easy for you to claim compensation. All you need to do is complete the simple online form opposite and the experienced and friendly claims team will handle it from there. It's that easy!