Case studies - Food poisoning | Case Studies

Food poisoning is caused by harmful bacteria, viruses and parasites.

The exact cause of food poisoning can sometimes be difficult to trace, but if you have been made ill as the result of a restaurant, bar, hotel or cruise ship, you may be entitled to claim compensation.

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Food poisoning compensation claim

Symptoms can include dizziness, diarrhoea, vomiting, stomach cramps and a fever.

Examples of the pathogens that cause food poisoning and related illnesses include:

• Campylobacter
• Salmonella
• E. Coli
• Cryptosporidium

If you have been affected by food poisoning as the result of another party's negligence, we can help you make a food poisoning compensation claim.

Your solicitor will ensure you receive the correct settlement or award, reflecting the full impact of your illness on your life and ability to work.

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Case studies are for informational purposes only and aim to help prospective claimants understand the injury claim process. They are based on cases handled by Quittance panel solicitors or sourced from public court records.