Free Cyclospora Food Poisoning Lawsuit Evaluation: Many Cyclospora infection
outbreak victims have already filed lawsuits. If you decide to join the
litigation, our lawyers can help you seek compensation for your treatment,
out-of-pocket expenses, and more.
What is Cyclospora?
Cyclospora cayetanensis is a microscopic single-celled parasite that
grows in the intestines of humans and is spread through the oral-fecal route.
People who ingest the infectious parasite can develop a gastrointestinal
illness called “cyclosporiasis.” The illness is characterized by persistent,
watery diarrhea. The disease is not usually life-threatening, but it can last
for weeks or even months without adequate treatment.
Cyclosporiasis was first identified during the 1970s in
travelers to tropical and sub-tropical countries. It is not common in North
America. However, since the 1990s, outbreaks have become increasingly common.
They have been traced to salad from Mexico, raspberries and snow peas from
Guatemala, and mesclun lettuce and basil from Peru.
Timeline of Events: 2013 Cyclospora Food Poisoning Outbreak
- June
28, 2013 – The
Centers for Disease Control (CDC) confirmed 2 cases of Cyclospora infection
in Iowa.
- July
30, 2013 – Health
department officials in Nebraska and Iowa concluded
that pre-packaged salad mixes sold at Olive Garden, Red Lobster, and other
restaurants was responsible for cases.
- August
2, 2013 – The
U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) confirmed that salad
produced by Taylor Farms de Mexico was responsible for the outbreak in the
Midwest.
- August
9, 2013 – Taylor
Farms de Mexico stopped shipping lettuce and green leafy vegetables into
the United States.
- August
16, 2013 – The
CDC has confirmed 586 cases of food poisoning in 20 states. Most of the
illnesses began in mid-June through mid-July. Approximately 8% of people
were hospitalized.
- August
19, 2013 – The
first three Cyclospora food poisoning lawsuits were filed
by victims in Texas who were sickened after eating ad Olive Gardens, and
hundreds of people are expected to join the litigation.
What You Can Do & How We Can Help
The trial lawyers with Schmidt & Clark, LLP are currently
accepting Cyclosporiasis and/or Cyclospora lawsuits throughout the entire state
of Texas and in all 50 states.
If you or somebody you know was sickened after eating at
Olive Garden or Red Lobster, you should contact our lawyers immediately for
a free case consultation. Please use the form below to contact our Food Poisoning
Litigation Group or call us toll-free 24 hours a day at (866) 588-0600.
Cyclospora Food Poisoning Lawsuits Filed
The first Cyclospora lawsuits have been
filed against Taylor Farms, a California-based company that imports salad from
Mexico, and Darden Restaurants, the Orland-based company that owns Olive
Garden, Red Lobster, and other chain restaurants. Most of the lawsuits have
been filed by people from Texas, Iowa, and Nebraska, which were the hardest-hit
state in the outbreak.
Your Cyclospora food poisoning lawsuit could be compensated
for:
- Medical
expenses
- Pain
and suffering
- Emotional
distress
- Out-of-pocket
expenses
- Lost
income or employment
- Punitive
damages
- And
more
Cyclospora Symptoms
Symptoms of Cyclospora infection usually
include watery diarrhea that is frequent and sometimes explosive. These
symptoms may prevent patients from leaving their homes for weeks. Even with
treatment, symptoms like abdominal cramps and fatigue can persist long after
the gastrointestinal symptoms go away. These symptoms may go away and return
(relapse).
Symptoms of Cyclospora infection:
- Watery
diarrhea (most common)
- Fatigue
- Loss
of appetite
- Weight
loss
- Abdominal
pain
- Stomach
cramps
- Bloating
- Intestinal
gas
- Nausea,
vomiting
- Low-grade
fever
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