Botulism produces numerous symptoms, including:
- Weak breathing
- Overall weakness, capable of leading to paralysis
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Abdominal cramps
- Dry Mouth
- Difficulty with speaking or swallowing
- Double vision
- Constipation
- Weak or faint breathing in infants
Botulism Dangers
Botulism can be fatal if not treated, and is especially dangerous when it occurs in the elderly, young children, and infants. Those who have recently been ill are also at a higher risk. Brown Chiari is a firm of highly successful food poisoning attorneys who are aggressive and dedicated to representing victims of botulism and other food borne illnesses. If you have become ill and suffer any of the above symptoms after eating food that was prepared in an unsanitary manner, contact us immediately.
Botulism Contamination
Contamination commonly occurs in nursing homes, day-care centers, camps and restaurants that use less than sanitary practices. Home canned goods, meat products, sausages and seafood are common sources of the bacteria. When you or a loved one becomes ill and are diagnosed with botulism, you should report it to your health department so that an outbreak can be reported, which may help prevent the spread to other individuals.
Botulism Lawyers
As food poisoning lawyers; the team at Brown Chiari will effectively pursue your legal rights against the source of the contamination, whether it be a restaurant or other seller of food. Botulism is dangerous, and should be taken very seriously. You deserve compensation for your illness, medical costs and any other expenses that may be caused due to food poisoning. Take action, and do not wait.
Preparing Botulism Safe Food
Those who prepare foods in an unsanitary manner should be help responsible for their negligence. Botulism is not to be taken lightly; any food borne illness can be deadly in certain individuals or circumstances. At Brown Chiari, our experienced legal team is ready to investigate your claim, and thoroughly review the facts in order to build a rock solid case for our client. If you or a loved one has become ill or perhaps even worse, contact our highly reputable firm of personal injury poisoning attorneys - we get results.
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