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4 people have contracted Salmonella in the Outpost Natural Foods Salmonella Outbreak in Milwaukee. A Salmonella lawyer says that Salmonella lawsuits are likely. Outpost Natural Foods Salmonella Outbreak After Outpost Natural Foods’ main kitchen tested positive for Salmonella, Wisconsin suspended the company’s meat establishment license and Milwaukee suspended its retail food processing.  Wisconsin public health officials said that the suspensions came after unsanitary conditions were discovered and ready-to-eat products tested positive for Salmonella. Outpost Natural Foods has recalled these food items prepared at its main kitchen: Cookies, desert bars, cakes, cupcakes, pies and tea breads baked at OutPost Natural Foods’ bakery; and Pizzas, soups, entrees and side dishes from the hot bar, burritos, pot pies, turnovers, burgers, quiche, dips and spreads, Grab and Go entrees and sides, salads, sandwiches, and wraps. So far 4 people have been infected with the ou...

Hidalgo County, Texas is in the midst of an outbreak of illness caused by the foodborne parasite cyclospora, according to public health officials and local news reports. Here’s what you need to know about the 2019 Texas Cyclospora Outbreak: Speaking to local newspaper The Monitor , Hidalgo County Health and Human Services chief administrative officer Eddie Olivarez said this: “We’ve had over 70 cases in Hidalgo County; over 300 cases in the state of Texas and there’s over 1,200 cases in the United States. So much so, that the CDC (Centers for Disease Control) is concerned about it and putting out alerts in reference to this particular parasite.” Cyclospora needs a host to complete its life cycle. Once the parasite has found its way into your gut, it can grow to maturity and release its oocysts — tiny, hardened capsules that are akin to eggs. They then pass out of the body in feces, at which point they wait to be ingested so that the cycle can continue. So far, the only confirmed hos...

Motorcycles only comprise a small fraction of the vehicles on NYC roads. Despite this, motorcyclists account for about 14 percent of all motor vehicle accident fatalities every year. Statistics show that a motorcyclist in NYC is about 38 times more likely to die in an accident than passengers in larger vehicles. Motorcyclists are vulnerable to catastrophic and fatal injuries because ... The post What is a Motorcycle Crash Bar? Do I Need One? appeared first on Mirman, Markovits & Landau, P.C. .

A chicken listeria outbreak may be brewing in the United States and Canada.  Early last week, Canada announced a listeria outbreak connected to cooked diced chicken.  Then on Friday the CDC announced a listeria outbreak in the United States.  Two Americans have died and twenty two Americans have been hospitalized with Listeria infections.  This listeria outbreak has put people into the hospital in 13 states. The patient case count by state is: California (4), Florida (1), Iowa (1), Illinois (4), Indiana (1), Kansas (1), Kentucky (1), Michigan (1), Missouri (3), New York (2), Ohio (2), Oregon (2), and Texas (1). Listeria specimens were collected from patients from July 20, 2017 to August 1, 2019. The patient age range is from 35 to 92 years. This is a strange outbreak announcement, because the notice states that “A specific food item, grocery store, or restaurant chain has not been identified as the source of infections in the United States.” This is very unusual. ...

Canadian health authorities have announced that a cluster of listeria infections appears to be linked to Rosemount brand cooked diced chicken. The product is now under recall. But it appears there is much we all need to know about this Canadian Chicken Listeria Outbreak : The Outbreak and Recall According to authorities, the outbreak has affected people in the provinces of British Columbia, Manitoba, and Ontario. The Public Health Agency of Canada, the Canadian Food Inspection Agency, Health Canada, and provincial health agencies are working together to respond to the outbreak. The specific product that’s under recall is Rosemount cooked diced chicken meat 13 mm – ½” (#16305). It was packaged on January 21st of this year. The UPC from the recalled product is 2 06 20263 12454 7. So far, seven different illnesses have been confirmed as part of the outbreak. Individuals fell ill in a window that stretches from November 2017 to June of 2019. That’s quite a long window, even for produc...

Whether representing injury victims or their families in wrongful death cases, New York train accident lawyers must prove negligence on the part of the railroad company. Courts base FELA cases on comparative negligence laws, which means plaintiffs may recover damages even if the court assigns a fault percentage to the plaintiff. For example, if the court determines that the plaintiff was 60 percent at fault for causing the accident, the plaintiff can still recover 40 percent of the damage amounts claimed. Recoverable damages in FELA cases include: Lost wages (past, future, and insurance coverage) Medical costs (past and future treatment) Pain and suffering Mental distress Permanent injury Scarring or disfigurement

Hiring an attorney is one of the best things you can do if you decide to seek compensation after a NYC accident. You’ve heard that most personal injury lawyers in New York work on a contingency basis, so you know you won’t have to pay money upfront. However, that doesn’t really tell you how much it costs to hire an ... The post How Much Does it Cost to Hire a Personal Injury Lawyer? appeared first on Mirman, Markovits & Landau, P.C. .

Nearly two dozen people have been sickened by the Mendham Golf & Tennis Club Hepatitis Outbreak in the last month. That number could change of course but right now stands at 23. How did so many people fall ill though? A food handler at the golf club, unfortunately. What We Know About Mendham Golf & Tennis Club Hepatitis Outbreak The Morris County Office of Health Management on August 15 said that 22 people contracted Hepatitis A from the food handler at the Mendham Golf & Tennis Club, likely between June 9 and June 30. Notifications to those who were exposed to the virus, however, weren’t made until July 5. Officials said that the July notification was made roughly two days after first learning of the infected food handler. “At that point, they notified,” said Larry Ragonese, spokesman at the Morris County Office of Health Management. Ragonese said the food handler had gone to a hospital, where tests turned up the rare and highly contagious virus. “There...

Uber has transformed the way you can travel to, from, and around the city of New York. Every day, thousands of drivers roam the city’s streets, waiting for passengers to request a ride. Here’s the thing, though, NYC Uber drivers aren’t professionals. They’re everyday people trying to earn some extra cash. There’s no guarantee that you’ll be safe when you ... The post What Should I Do After an Uber Accident? appeared first on Mirman, Markovits & Landau, P.C. .

If you get hurt in an accident in New York City, you might have the right to file a lawsuit to recover compensation for your injuries. However, New York limits the amount of time you’ll have to file an injury claim. If you don’t act within a certain amount of time, you’ll lose the right to demand the valuable compensation ... The post What is a Statute of Limitations? How Will It Affect My Personal Injury Case? appeared first on Mirman, Markovits & Landau, P.C. .

The Chicago Department of Public Health is investigating the Sun View Salmonella outbreak.  At least four people have been infected with Salmonella after eating pork tamales or carnitas from Sun View’s deli counter.  Sun View Supermercado is located at 6110 W 63 rd  St. in the Clearing neighborhood on Chicago’s Southwest Side. Sun View Salmonella Outbreak — What You Need to Know Anyone who has purchased pork tamales, carnitas or other hot foods from the small family-owned store’s deli section since July 1 should throw the food away, the Chicago Department of Public Health says. The agency warns that anyone who ate pork tamales or Carnitas from Sun View’s deli counter between July 1 and August 5 may have been exposed to salmonella. Health officials urge Chicago residents to seek medical attention if you experience high fever, severe diarrhea or symptoms of dehydration. The implicated food items haven’t been available at the store since August 5. The department said ...

Salmonella Outbreak Closes Brixx and Barley A dozen people have reported Salmonella food poisoning after eating or drinking at Brixx and Barley. The Nassau County Department of Health is investigating the  cluster of cases of salmonellosis associated with the Brixx and Barley Salmonella Outbreak. The restaurant “will not be allowed to reopen until the source of the salmonella is identified,” Health Department spokeswoman Mary Ellen Laurain said Friday night. “That could take some time.” Brixx and Barley is located at 152 West Park Ave in Long Beach, NY. Potential exposures to Salmonella at the restaurant could date back to early July. Brixx & Barley Salmonella Outbreak The health department says it’s not known if the source of the contamination is from the restaurant, but that salmonella is typically transmitted during warmer months and is usually foodborne. Nassau County Department of Health has closed Brixx and Barley while the investigation as to the source of Salmo...

In this video FAQ, Hach & Rose, LLP attorney Michael Rose explains the complicated nature of health insurance carriers and personal injury lawsuit liens. Sometimes, health insurance companies are entitled to a lien against your personal injury lawsuit proceeds. Because of New York’s anti-subrogation rule, private insurance companies do not have the ability to collect lawsuit proceeds, under most circumstances though there are a few exceptions. Recovering the money you deserve after a personal injury is complicated and requires an experienced lawyer. If you have been injured in New York and you are unsatisfied with your current legal representation’s understanding of complex issues such as health insurance liens, call our team at (212) 779-0057 today to discuss your case.

A 734 housing unit in Harlem is being tested for Legionella bacteria. New York’s Department of Health is investigating a Legionnaires disease outbreak at Drew Hamilton House, located on Frederick Douglas Blvd. The DOHMH’s public notification protocol for Legionnaires’ disease requires health officials to inform tenants when there are two or more cases reported at a single building in a 12-month period. Drew Hamilton House Legionnaires Outbreak Why has this building been victim to Legionnaires though? It is believed to be in the water system. What does this mean and where would this bacteria live? Here are some answers: Last year, two outbreaks in Upper Manhattan killed two and infected 59, and the cooling tower at Harlem’s Sugar Hill Project was the source for both outbreaks. Drew Hamilton Houses does not have a cooling tower, which is why the water system is the leading suspect. Legionella are contracted by inhaling microscopic water droplets in the form of mist or vapor. The bac...

A cluster of cases of legionnaires disease centered around the Sheraton Hotel in Atlanta could be among the largest in the history of the United States, according to a recent article . The Atlanta Journal-Constitution  reports that 11 cases have so far been confirmed as part of the outbreak, and the Georgia Department of Public Health thinks that 55 more cases are “probable” at the time of this writing.  Many are asking if lawsuits are next.  Here’s everything you need to know about Sheraton Atlanta Legionnaires lawsuits. Legal Rights of Legionella Infection Victims Since Legionnaires’ disease can be prevented by routine cleaning and safety procedures, you have the right to hold the liable party responsible for your affliction. Specifically, you may be entitled to sue in order to receive compensation for your medical costs, hospital stay, reparation for lost wages, any injuries sustained due to the disease, pain and suffering, and/or damages for wrongful death. Can A ...

In this video FAQ, Hach & Rose, LLP attorney Michael Rose discusses how labor law section 200 provides legal protections for construction workers. In short, if you’ve received worker’s compensation benefits, you are not entitled to bring a claim against your employer. In return, owners and contractors are required to keep working conditions safe. If you are a construction worker and you have been injured on the job, contact the Hach & Rose, LLP team at (212) 779-0057 today to discuss how your case might benefit from labor law section 200.

Imagine you get into a car accident while driving through New York City. Someone rear-ends you at a red light. Why? You were reading a text on your phone and didn’t notice that the light had turned from red to green. However, it turns out that the person who hit you was on their phone at the time of the accident, too. Who’s at fault for the accident? Can you still recover compensation if you share some of the blame? Will you be responsible if the other person got hurt, too. Under New York’s comparative fault rules, sharing fault for an accident won’t necessarily prevent you from getting money for your injuries. However, it will affect how much you’ll be able to get. What is Comparative Negligence? Negligence is the leading cause of avoidable accidents in New York. Negligence means that someone isn’t careful, and their careless actions directly or indirectly cause someone else to get hurt.  Accidents are complicated. It’s possible for more than one person to be negligent and ...