Hold restaurants accountable for food poisoning
Food establishments have a duty to serve food that is safe. When they fail, we help victims recover compensation for medical treatment, lost wages, and suffering.
Your illness matters. Your health matters. We fight for justice.
Why choose us?
Food poisoning specialists
Dedicated experience in food poisoning and restaurant liability cases. We understand contamination sources and proof requirements to build strong claims.
Medical expertise
We work with medical experts to document illnesses, identify pathogens, and establish causation between contaminated food and your illness.
Restaurant accountability
We aggressively pursue restaurants, food suppliers, and manufacturers to hold them accountable and recover full compensation for your illness.
24/7 support
Available around the clock to answer questions, collect evidence, and manage your food poisoning claim from start to finish.
Ways we can help
Here’s how we protect food poisoning victims and fight for justice
Got food poisoning?
Restaurants and food establishments have a duty to serve safe food. We hold them accountable for food poisoning and help you recover damages for medical expenses, lost wages, and suffering.
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Hit by a negligent driver? We pursue claims against at-fault parties to recover medical expenses, lost income, and compensation for your injuries and suffering.
Bitten by a dog?
Dog owners are liable for injuries their pets cause. We help bite victims recover damages for medical treatment, scarring, emotional distress, and permanent injuries.
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Get in-depth information about food poisoning cases
Our comprehensive guide covers everything you need to know about your legal rights, the compensation process, and how we fight for justice on your behalf.
Food Poisoning
Foodborne illness is a serious public health concern in Florida. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 1 in 6 Americans gets sick from contaminated food every year, leading to 128,000 hospitalizations and 3,000 deaths nationwide. Florida’s warm climate makes it especially prone to outbreaks of food poisoning from improperly handled or stored food. Miami-Dade County, with its dense population and large restaurant industry, sees some of the highest rates of reported foodborne illness cases in the state.
At Kaba Law Group, P.L.L.C., we fight for individuals and families who have suffered illness after eating contaminated food at restaurants, hotels, grocery stores, or catered events. Our attorneys help victims secure compensation for medical bills, lost income, and pain and suffering caused by negligent food handling, unsanitary conditions, or contaminated products.
🚨 Florida Food Poisoning Liability
Under Florida law, businesses and individuals who sell or serve contaminated food may be held legally liable for food poisoning injuries. Liability can arise under several legal theories:
- Negligence – Failure to safely store, cook, or serve food
- Strict Liability – Food manufacturers and sellers are responsible if their product is unreasonably dangerous or defective
- Breach of Warranty – Selling food that is unsafe or unfit for human consumption
Victims may pursue claims against restaurants, grocery stores, catering companies, food distributors, and manufacturers.
🍔 Common Causes of Food Poisoning
Food poisoning can result from many types of negligence in food preparation or distribution, including:
- Improper refrigeration or food storage
- Failure to cook food to safe temperatures
- Cross-contamination between raw and cooked foods
- Unsanitary kitchen practices
- Handling food while sick or without proper hygiene
- Contaminated food products in the supply chain
Common foodborne pathogens that cause illness include:
- Salmonella
- E. coli
- Listeria
- Norovirus
- Hepatitis A
🚦 Sick After Eating Contaminated Food. What Happens Next?
Food poisoning can range from mild stomach upset to life-threatening illness. Victims may be entitled to recover damages for:
- Medical expenses (ER visits, hospitalization, long-term care)
- Lost wages from missed work
- Pain and suffering
- Wrongful death damages (in fatal cases)
Because symptoms may appear hours or even days later, proving food poisoning requires careful investigation and documentation by an experienced attorney.
🏥 The Elements of Proof in Food Poisoning Claims
To recover compensation, a food poisoning victim must prove:
- Duty – The food provider owed a duty to serve safe, consumable food.
- Breach of duty – The provider failed to follow proper food safety standards.
- Causation – The contaminated food directly caused the illness.
- Damages – The victim suffered losses such as medical bills, lost income, or pain and suffering.
📑 Necessary Evidence in Food Poisoning Cases
Food poisoning claims often rely on strong medical and scientific evidence, including:
- Medical records and lab results linking the illness to the food
- Health department or CDC investigation reports
- Witness testimony from others who ate the same food
- Receipts from the restaurant or store
- Expert testimony from doctors or food safety specialists
🔄 Comparative Negligence in Food Poisoning Cases
While food poisoning cases often involve strict liability, defendants may argue that the victim was partially responsible (for example, failing to refrigerate leftovers). Florida’s comparative negligence system means your compensation can be reduced if you are found partly at fault—but you can still recover damages.
💼 We Are Here To Help With Your Food Poisoning Claim
At Kaba Law Group, P.L.L.C., we understand the devastating effects food poisoning can have on your health and livelihood. Our attorneys have the knowledge and experience to investigate foodborne illness cases, identify the responsible parties, and fight for the compensation you deserve.
📞 Call us today at 305-245-9990 or contact us online for a free, private, and confidential consultation.
