Portland Salmonella Attorney
If salmonella made you or a loved one sick in Portland, you may be entitled to compensation. Contact The Lange Law Firm, PLLC today by calling (833) 330-3663 or messaging us online for a free consultation.
Why Choose Our Portland Salmonella Lawyer?
- From national recalls to local restaurant outbreaks, we have helped families across the country recover after life-changing salmonella infections.
- We have experience tracing outbreaks, proving liability, and recovering millions in compensation for clients.
- You pay nothing unless we win. Our work is 100% contingency-based, so your recovery is our priority.
Common Sources of Salmonella in Portland
Salmonella commonly transmits through undercooked food—but it can come from farms, markets, restaurants, and even petting zoos. In Portland, common sources include:
- Raw or Undercooked Eggs and Poultry: A continuous cause of salmonella nationwide.
- Contaminated Produce: Leafy greens, tomatoes, sprouts, and melons may be rinsed with unsafe water.
- Unpasteurized Dairy: Raw milk and soft cheeses can carry harmful bacteria.
- Improper Restaurant Handling: Cross-contamination or failure to refrigerate food properly can lead to outbreaks.
- Packaged and Processed Foods: Peanut butter, frozen meals, and pre-cut fruits have caused previous outbreaks.
- Animal Contact: Reptiles, chickens, or animals at petting zoos can spread the bacteria through touch.
Symptoms of Salmonella Poisoning
Salmonella symptoms typically begin 6 hours to 6 days after exposure and can last up to a week. Common symptoms include:
- Diarrhea (which may be bloody)
- Severe abdominal pain
- Fever and chills
- Nausea and vomiting
- Headaches and muscle aches
- Fatigue and dehydration
Healthy adults often recover at home, but salmonella can be life-threatening for children, older adults, pregnant women, and immunocompromised individuals. Some victims require hospitalization, and others can suffer complications like bloodstream infections, reactive arthritis, or chronic bowel issues.
Who Can Be Held Liable for Salmonella Poisoning?
Several parties can be held legally responsible for a salmonella outbreak, including:
- Food Manufacturers and Processors: Contaminated or improperly tested products.
- Restaurants and Caterers: Poor sanitation, undercooking, or unsafe food handling.
- Grocery Stores and Retailers: Selling expired, recalled, or contaminated food.
- Distributors and Transporters: Unsanitary or temperature-abused food storage.
- Farmers and Importers: Irrigation issues, soil contamination, or unsafe animal handling practices.
Legal responsibility often falls on the party that failed to prevent contamination.
How a Portland Salmonella Attorney Can Help
Salmonella cases involve complex investigations, medical evidence, and regulatory oversight. An experienced Portland attorney can:
- Trace the Source: Work with public health departments and food safety experts to determine where contamination began.
- Build Your Case: Collect medical records, purchase receipts, and inspection reports to support your claim.
- Prove Fault: Whether through negligence or strict liability, establish that a contaminated product caused your illness.
- Negotiate or Litigate: Fight for fair compensation through direct negotiation or, if needed, in court.
You may be entitled to compensation for medical treatment expenses and hospital stays, lost income and reduced earning capacity, pain and suffering, long-term care or rehabilitation, and wrongful death damages in fatal cases.
Speak to a Portland Salmonella Lawyer Today
If salmonella has turned your life upside down, we can help. Call (833) 330-3663 or contact The Lange Law Firm, PLLC online to arrange your free consultation today.
