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Q: Would like to know the steps to get compensation for Food Poisoning.

My family and I bought some food items from a Shell Gas station. We got home, and cooked them in the microwave. After consuming it, we noticed it had mold in the middle of it. The next day we experienced vomiting, diarrhea, stomach pain, headache. We checked the packaging, and noticed the date on... View More

Matthew Douglas Powell
Matthew Douglas Powell
answered on Sep 13, 2024

As the plaintiffs, you will have the burden of proof to prove the food you purchased caused the poisoning you and your family suffered. The important evidence you will need are: Proof you purchased the bad food from the Defendant. Proof that the food was unhealthy, which may be proved by the... View More

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