Medical Negligence
Pearson Legal
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Personal Injury cases involving food and drinks can be common, but during the festive period it is especially important that exposure to potentially harmful foodstuffs is thoroughly checked and that not only consumers, but also businesses, make sure they stay informed, or risk harm and injury and potential food allergy compensation claims. Claims related to food allergies typically arise when an individual suffers an allergic reaction due to negligence by another party. Food Allergy Compensation Claim In this case, our client was taken to hospital by ambulance, there was a concern initially that she had been administered an overdose of adrenaline as she had used her own EpiPen, as well as being given adrenaline injections by paramedics as she was struggling to breathe. She was later discharged from the hospital but experienced symptoms of light-headedness, dizziness and a racing heart for a further 48 hours. If you have suffered harm from exposure to peanuts or peanut-containing products, you may be entitled to compensation and a Personal Injury Claim. Common situations leading to food allergy claims A failure to disclose allergens in meals or provide accurate allergen information (as required by the UK’s food allergen laws). Negligence in managing known allergies of individuals, such as failing to provide a safe, peanut-free environment, as well as unsafe food practices or failure to inform employees about allergens in shared meals. “We have strict laws to protect individuals with food allergies and failing to comply with these laws can provide grounds for a claim. Making a food allergy compensation claim To make a claim, you must prove someone failed to exercise reasonable care to prevent harm (e. That the negligence caused your allergic reaction and you suffered injury, illness, or loss due to the reaction. Seek Medical Attention: Document your injury or reaction.