# Marler Clark (en-US) ## About - [About](https://marlerclark.com/about.md): Our team is dedicated to helping victims of foodborne illness outbreaks ## Case News Additional - [228 Million Eggs Recalled After Salmonella Outbreak; First Lawsuit Filed](https://marlerclark.com/news_events/228-million-eggs-recalled-after-salmonella-outbreak-first-lawsuit-filed.md): One of the nation's largest egg producers is recalling millions of eggs because of a salmonella outbreak. - [Getting back to normal: Locust Grove recovering from E. coli outbreak](https://marlerclark.com/news_events/getting-back-to-normal-locust-grove-recovering-from-e.-coli-outbreak.md): David Waddle was "never the same" after eating a down-home meal two years ago at a popular Locust Grove restaurant.On July 30, the Cabot, Ark., man died in his... - [Taco Bell linked to 21-state salmonella outbreak](https://marlerclark.com/news_events/taco-bell-linked-to-21-state-salmonella-outbreak.md): Irvine-based Taco Bell is the prime suspect in a nationwide food scare that has sickened more than 150 people in 21 states.The Centers for Disease Control and... - [Wedding Attendees Claim Food Poisoning at Banquet Hall](https://marlerclark.com/news_events/wedding-attendees-claim-food-poisoning-at-banquet-hall.md): The Will County Health Department is investigating a claim that between five and 10 people received food poisoning at a south suburban banquet hall while... - [Lawsuit filed in salmonella case](https://marlerclark.com/news_events/lawsuit-filed-in-salmonella-case.md): A Pleasant Prairie woman sickened in a recent salmonella outbreak connected to a Kenosha restaurant has filed a lawsuit against the eatery.Tanja Dzinovic was... - [Subway restaurants still suffering from Salmonella reports](https://marlerclark.com/news_events/subway-restaurants-still-suffering-from-salmonella-reports.md): Sales continue to be down by one-third to one-half at Springfield-area Subway restaurants more than a month after dozens of Subways in central and northern... - [Woman sues Subway over sickening sandwich](https://marlerclark.com/news_events/woman-sues-subway-over-sickening-sandwich.md): CHICAGO - A suburban Chicago woman who claims she went to the emergency room after eating a Subway sandwich is suing the restaurant chain following a... - [Judge OKs Minnesota woman, Cargill E. coli settlement](https://marlerclark.com/news_events/judge-oks-minnesota-woman-cargill-e.-coli-settlement.md): A judge has approved a settlement between the meatpacking arm of agribusiness giant Cargill Inc. and a Minnesota woman who became ill with an E. - [Firm in Cold Spring woman's E. coli case gives $25,000](https://marlerclark.com/news_events/firm-in-cold-spring-womans-e.-coli-case-gives-25000.md): The Seattle law firm that represents clients nationwide in food-borne illness cases has donated $25,000 to Rocori High School for science scholarships.Marler... - [Big Fresno Fair Settles E-Coli Poisoning Lawsuit](https://marlerclark.com/news_events/big-fresno-fair-settles-e-coli-poisoning-lawsuit.md): ive years after a young Fresno girl became critically ill following a visit to the Big Fresno Fair; the fair has agreed to pay her more than two-million... - [Alfalfa sprout warning issued](https://marlerclark.com/news_events/alfalfa-sprout-warning-issued.md): The Food and Drug Administration is recommending consumers not eat raw alfalfa sprouts until further notice because the popular crunchy greens have been linked... - [Salmonella victims seek justice](https://marlerclark.com/news_events/salmonella-victims-seek-justice.md): Christopher Meunier was feeling fine on the morning of Nov. 25 last year.By that night, the 7-year-old was violently ill with diarrhea and vomiting his parents... - [Lawyer representing victims of salmonella outbreak finds leaks, holes in Texas peanut plant](https://marlerclark.com/news_events/lawyer-representing-victims-of-salmonella-outbreak-finds-leaks-holes-in-tex.md): An attorney representing victims of the salmonella outbreak says he saw leaks and openings animals could crawl into while touring a Peanut Corp. - [Family sues peanut butter maker over death linked to salmonella outbreak](https://marlerclark.com/news_events/family-sues-peanut-butter-maker-over-death-linked-to-salmonella-outbreak.md): The family of an elderly Minnesotan whose death was linked to a nationwide salmonella outbreak has sued the manufacturer of the peanut butter the man had... - [Montrose dairy must abide by conditions after illness outbreak](https://marlerclark.com/news_events/montrose-dairy-must-abide-by-conditions-after-illness-outbreak.md): State health officials Tuesday announced a Montrose dairy must meet a series of conditions before it resumes distribution of raw milk, a week after revealing a... - [Pistachio Recall Signals Tough Stance on Safety](https://marlerclark.com/news_events/pistachio-recall-signals-tough-stance-on-safety.md): WASHINGTON — As the nation’s second-largest processor of pistachios agreed Monday to recall its entire 2008 crop despite no confirmed illnesses, the Obama... - [Pistachios had been found to have salmonella three times in recent months before recall, Kraft says](https://marlerclark.com/news_events/pistachios-had-been-found-to-have-salmonella-three-times-in-recent-months-b.md): Kraft Foods had been bedeviled with positive salmonella tests in products containing pistachios for months prior to its recall last week of a pistachio-laden... - [Pistachios had tested positive for Salmonella for months](https://marlerclark.com/news_events/pistachios-had-tested-positive-for-salmonella-for-months.md): TERRA BELLA, Calif. — The company that recalled 2 million pounds of pistachios on Monday had been receiving positive salmonella tests for as long as five... - [Feds Move Quickly to Combat Latest Salmonella Scare](https://marlerclark.com/news_events/feds-move-quickly-to-combat-latest-salmonella-scare.md): Chastened by a costly and deadly salmonella outbreak that spawned the country's largest ever food recall, government and industry players moved quickly to try... - [Nebraska Man Sues Sprout Company Linked to Outbreak](https://marlerclark.com/news_events/nebraska-man-sues-sprout-company-linked-to-outbreak.md): Attorneys for an Omaha man who said he was sickened after eating contaminated alfalfa sprouts is suing a local company tied to a multistate salmonella... - [Salmonella Fears Hit Pistachios](https://marlerclark.com/news_events/salmonella-fears-hit-pistachios.md): Hungry? There are slim pickings today when it comes to eating nuts. On top of an enormous peanut recall, health officials now warn consumers to stay away from... - [Salmonella Worries Prompt Pistachio Recall](https://marlerclark.com/news_events/salmonella-worries-prompt-pistachio-recall.md): A Central California company is recalling about 1 million pounds of pistachios over concerns of possible salmonella contamination. - [Peanut Corp.’s leaky roof a suspect in salmonella cases](https://marlerclark.com/news_events/peanut-corps-leaky-roof-a-suspect-in-salmonella-cases.md): There were rodents, roaches and generally nasty conditions that nobody properly addressed at Peanut Corp. - [Updates From the Tainted-Peanut Front](https://marlerclark.com/news_events/updates-from-the-tainted-peanut-front.md): The Food and Drug Administration has issued "guidance" advising makers of peanut products on how to avoid salmonella contamination. - [Salmonella Outbreak Spreads to Five States](https://marlerclark.com/news_events/salmonella-outbreak-spreads-to-five-states.md): The U.S. Center for Infectious Disease Research & Policy says a Nebraska salmonella outbreak with sprouts as the possible source has spread to five... - [Blaine man sues Kellogg Co. over salmonella case](https://marlerclark.com/news_events/blaine-man-sues-kellogg-co-over-salmonella-case.md): A Blaine man has filed a lawsuit against Kellogg Co., alleging he and his 3-year-old daughter were sickened by salmonella from tainted peanut butter... - [Peanut processor filing has no money for injuries](https://marlerclark.com/news_events/peanut-processor-filing-has-no-money-for-injuries.md): Sickened consumers who sued the peanut processor blamed for a national salmonella outbreak could have trouble recovering damages from company accounts because... - [More Iowans stricken by sprout-linked salmonella, tests show](https://marlerclark.com/news_events/more-iowans-stricken-by-sprout-linked-salmonella-tests-show.md): Lab tests have confirmed that several more people were sickened by salmonella poisoning, possibly linked to tainted alfalfa sprouts, health officials said... - [Food Safety Problems Slip Past Private Inspectors](https://marlerclark.com/news_events/food-safety-problems-slip-past-private-inspectors.md): When food industry giants like Kellogg want to ensure that American consumers are being protected from contaminated products, they rely on private inspectors... - [Salmonella outbreak linked to alfalfa sprouts](https://marlerclark.com/news_events/salmonella-outbreak-linked-to-alfalfa-sprouts.md): A salmonella outbreak in eastern Nebraska has been preliminarily linked to alfalfa sprouts from an Omaha grower.Cases in Iowa also have been tied to the... - [Will tainted peanuts land anyone in jail?](https://marlerclark.com/news_events/will-tainted-peanuts-land-anyone-in-jail.md): The salmonella outbreak associated with Peanut Corp. of America’s peanut products is one of the biggest tainted-food cases in recent history.“In 15 years of... - [Peanut poisoning lawsuit blames Kellogg Co.](https://marlerclark.com/news_events/peanut-poisoning-lawsuit-blames-kellogg-co.md): Earlier this month, a Wilsonville boy put a face on the salmonella outbreak that has sickened scores nationwide.Three-year-old Jacob Hurley sat, wearing a... - [21 Kids Contract E. coli at Lemont Day Care](https://marlerclark.com/news_events/21-kids-contract-e-coli-at-lemont-day-care.md): Twenty-one children and one adult have contracted E. coli at a Lemont day care in an outbreak that began earlier this month.The Cook County Health Department... - [17 Oklahoma wells near outbreak positive for E. coli](https://marlerclark.com/news_events/17-oklahoma-wells-near-outbreak-positive-for-e-coli.md): TULSA, Okla. (AP) — Oklahoma officials say 17 private water wells have tested positive for E. coli bacteria near a town where an outbreak last summer killed... - [The peanut recall: From start to end](https://marlerclark.com/news_events/the-peanut-recall-from-start-to-end.md): A behind-the-scenes look of how Lunds responded to one of the largest and most complicated food recalls in recent memory shows how complicated our food supply... - [Peanut Corporation's Bankruptcy Doesn't Stop Lawsuits](https://marlerclark.com/news_events/peanut-corporations-bankruptcy-doesnt-stop-lawsuits.md): Peanut Corporation of America (PCA)—the peanut processor responsible for a nationwide outbreak of Salmonella Typhimurium—has filed for bankruptcy protection,... - [Peanut Corp. of America files Chapter 7 bankruptcy](https://marlerclark.com/news_events/peanut-corp-of-america-files-chapter-7-bankruptcy.md): The parent company of the Plainview peanut processing plant that was shut down with all of its products recalled due to health concerns has filed for... - [Lab tests show possible salmonella at Texas PCA plant](https://marlerclark.com/news_events/lab-tests-show-possible-salmonella-at-texas-pca-plant.md): ATLANTA — Private lab tests show there may have been salmonella at a second plant operated by the peanut company at the center of a national outbreak, but the... - [Peanut Scandal's Weakest Victims](https://marlerclark.com/news_events/peanut-scandals-weakest-victims.md): Peanut and peanut products tainted with salmonella have made 604 people sick, sent 187 to the hospital and killed eight.But those are mere statistics. - [Germs Fail to Distract Visitors at Petting Zoo](https://marlerclark.com/news_events/germs-fail-to-distract-visitors-at-petting-zoo.md): Three-year-old Logan Boehme grasped the tail of a pregnant goat in his tiny fist and grinned.When the gates opened Sunday morning to the petting zoo at the San... - [Pulsenet: Q & A on the Computer Network that Warned of Salmonella](https://marlerclark.com/news_events/pulsenet-q-a-on-the-computer-network-that-warned-of-salmonella.md): U.S. health officials were first alerted to the current peanut-based salmonella outbreak through a government computer network called PulseNet. - [The Hartford Asks Court To Clarify Liability In Peanut Salmonella Cases](https://marlerclark.com/news_events/the-hartford-asks-court-to-clarify-liability-in-peanut-salmonella-cases.md): The peanut processor at the center of the nation's deadly salmonella outbreak could be in an even stickier mess because its insurer — The Hartford — has rushed... - [E. coli strikes 19 Colorado kids, may be linked to Stock Show](https://marlerclark.com/news_events/e-coli-strikes-19-colorado-kids-may-be-linked-to-stock-show.md): State health officials are investigating an outbreak of a serious strain of E. coli that may be linked to last month's National Western Stock Show. - [Health Dept: E. Coli Cases May Be Linked To Stock Show](https://marlerclark.com/news_events/health-dept-e-coli-cases-may-be-linked-to-stock-show.md): DENVER -- Health officials are investigating an outbreak linked to Colorado's largest stock show after 20 people, including 17 kids, came down with E. - [Minnesota E. coli Lawsuit Settled](https://marlerclark.com/news_events/minnesota-e-coli-lawsuit-settled.md): OMAHA, Neb. - A Nebraska meat processor's claim that a Minnesota church should be held responsible for tainted meatballs served at a smorgasbord has been... - [Peanut Product Recall Took Company Approval](https://marlerclark.com/news_events/peanut-product-recall-took-company-approval.md): WASHINGTON — Even though federal health officials have begun a criminal investigation into whether the Peanut Corporation of America deliberately sold... - [Feds Rarely File Charges in Tainted Food Cases](https://marlerclark.com/news_events/feds-rarely-file-charges-in-tainted-food-cases.md): As federal officials launch a criminal investigation into a Georgia peanut processor at the center of a deadly salmonella outbreak, food safety experts say... - [Punitive Claims Added to Peanut Butter Suit in Light of FDA Report](https://marlerclark.com/news_events/punitive-claims-added-to-peanut-butter-suit-in-light-of-fda-report.md): The law firm that filed the first lawsuit tied to the recent salmonella outbreak in certain brands of peanut butter has added claims for punitive damages in... - [Federal Officials Want Criminal Investigation of Peanut Company](https://marlerclark.com/news_events/federal-officials-want-criminal-investigation-of-peanut-company.md): Federal officials said on today they're pursuing a criminal investigation of a peanut processor that they say sold food contaminated with salmonella.The... - [Salmonella Found at Peanut Plant Before](https://marlerclark.com/news_events/salmonella-found-at-peanut-plant-before.md): The Georgia food plant that federal investigators say knowingly shipped contaminated peanut butter also had mold growing on its ceiling and walls, and it has... ## Contact - [Contact](https://marlerclark.com/contact.md) ## Current Outbreaks for Diseases and E. coli - [Current Outbreaks for Diseases and E. coli](https://marlerclark.com/current-outbreaks.md): At Marler Clark, our professional food attorneys are the nation’s leading lawyers representing victims of foodborne illnesses, including listeria, E. ## FAQs - [How will I know what’s going on with my case?](https://marlerclark.com/faqs/how-will-i-know-whats-going-on-with-my-case.md): At Marler Clark, we pride ourselves on having constant contact with our clients. 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If we accept your case, we will charge a contingency fee based upon a... - [Is there a limit to the time in which I must bring my claim?](https://marlerclark.com/faqs/is-there-a-limit-to-the-time-in-which-i-must-bring-my-claim.md): Statutes of limitation determine the amount of time you have after you were injured to file a lawsuit. - [Is there a cost involved to have Marler Clark, Inc., PS review my case?](https://marlerclark.com/faqs/is-there-a-charge-to-have-marler-clark-review-my-case.md): No. Marler Clark offers all clients a free initial consultation. If we pursue a claim on your behalf, we will charge a percentage fee based upon the recovery... - [How long have Marler Clark, Inc., PS attorneys been representing victims of foodborne illness?](https://marlerclark.com/faqs/how-long-have-marler-clarks-attorneys-been-representing-victims-of-foodborne-illness.md): Marler Clark, Inc., PS attorneys have been representing victims of foodborne illness since Bill Marler represented victims of the landmark 1993 Jack in the Box... ## Food Litigation - [Food Litigation](https://marlerclark.com/food-litigation.md): Marler Clark, Inc., PS has food litigation attorneys with the most extensive experience representing victims of food poisoning outbreaks of any law firm in the... ## Foodborne Illnesses - [Foodborne Illnesses](https://marlerclark.com/foodborne-illnesses/foodborne-illnesses.md): Food Poisoning Lawyers for Foodborne-Related Illnesses - [Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome Lawyers and Lawsuits](https://marlerclark.com/foodborne-illnesses/hemolytic-uremic-syndrome.md): Hemolytic uremic syndrome was first described in 1955, but it was not known to be secondary to Escherichia coli (E. coli) infections until 1983. - [Cyclospora Outbreak Lawsuits](https://marlerclark.com/foodborne-illnesses/cyclospora.md): Cyclospora is a parasite composed of one cell, too small to be seen without a microscope. The organism was previously thought to be a blue-green alga or a... - [What Is Shigella? Outbreak Lawsuits and Symptoms](https://marlerclark.com/foodborne-illnesses/shigella.md): The food poisoning attorneys at Marler Clark, Inc.,PS have extensive experience representing victims of Shigella food poisoning. - [Campylobacter Outbreak Lawsuits](https://marlerclark.com/foodborne-illnesses/campylobacter.md): In the United States, these bacteria are the most common cause of bacterial foodborne illness, ahead of Salmonella—the second most common cause. - [Botulism Outbreak Lawsuits](https://marlerclark.com/foodborne-illnesses/botulism.md): Botulism can cause severe and sometimes fatal food poisoning. The Botulism lawyers at Marler Clark, Inc.,PS have extensive experience representing Botulism... - [Norovirus Outbreak Lawsuits](https://marlerclark.com/foodborne-illnesses/norovirus.md): The Norovirus attorneys of Marler Clark, Inc.,PS have many years of experience working with clients on Norovirus outbreak lawsuits. - [What Is Irritable Bowel Syndrome? Symptoms and IBS](https://marlerclark.com/foodborne-illnesses/irritable-bowel-syndrome.md): What is irritable bowel syndrome? Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a functional disorder of the gastrointestinal tract. - [What Is Reactive Arthritis? Symptoms and Lawsuits](https://marlerclark.com/foodborne-illnesses/reactive-arthritis.md): What is reactive arthritis? Formerly known as Reiter syndrome, reactive arthritis (ReA) is joint inflammation that occurs after a bacterial infection... - [Guillain-Barré Syndrome Lawyers and Lawsuits](https://marlerclark.com/foodborne-illnesses/guillain-barre-syndrome.md): Guillain-Barré syndrome (GBS) is a disorder in which the body’s immune response, typically to infection, causes nerve damage. - [Hepatitis A Outbreak Lawsuits](https://marlerclark.com/foodborne-illnesses/hepatitis-a.md): The hepatitis A lawyers of Marler Clark, Inc.,PS have many years of experience working with clients on Hepatitis A outbreak lawsuits. - [Listeria Outbreak Lawsuits](https://marlerclark.com/foodborne-illnesses/listeria.md): The Listeria lawyers at Marler Clark, Inc.,PS have the most extensive experience of any law firm in the United States in the representation of food poisoning... - [Salmonella Outbreak Lawsuits](https://marlerclark.com/foodborne-illnesses/salmonella.md): The team of salmonella lawyers at Marler Clark, Inc.,PS are unlike anyone in the business. They’ll fight for victims of salmonella outbreaks until they get... - [E. coli Outbreak Lawsuits](https://marlerclark.com/foodborne-illnesses/e-coli.md): E. coli are bacteria that can cause serious, sometimes fatal, infections in humans. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates that E. ## Lawyers - [Ilana Korchia](https://marlerclark.com/lawyers/ilana-korchia.md): ikorchia@marlerclark.com - [Adriana Zimova](https://marlerclark.com/lawyers/adriana-zimova.md): azimova@marlerclark.com - [Brian Ernst](https://marlerclark.com/lawyers/brian-ernst.md): bernst@marlerclark.com - [Denis Stearns](https://marlerclark.com/lawyers/denis-stearns.md): denis@stearnslawpllc.com - [William Marler](https://marlerclark.com/lawyers/william-marler.md): bmarler@marlerclark.com ## Litigation Landing Pages - [E. coli Sickens 12 from Publix Blueberries](https://marlerclark.com/e-coli-sickens-12-from-publix-blueberries.md): E. coli O145 is a Shiga toxin-producing E. coli (STEC) that can cause illness characterized by severe stomach cramps, diarrhea (which may be bloody), and... - [Infant Formula and Botulism Again - Three Sick](https://marlerclark.com/the-ten-largest-foodborne-illness-outbreaks-in-the-u-s-since-1993-and-marler-clarks-role-in-them.md): Nara Organics Powdered Infant Formula was distributed nationally across Target retail stores, Target.com, and Nara.com between July 2025 and June 2026. - [Clover Hill Dairy Cheese sickens 12 with Listeria - 1 Death](https://marlerclark.com/clover-hill-dairy-cheese-sickens-8-with-listeria.md): As of June 24, 2026, a total of 12 people infected with the outbreak strain of Listeria have been reported from 4 states. - [18 Sick with Salmonella from Moringa Capsules](https://marlerclark.com/18-sick-with-salmonella-from-moringa-capsules.md): Based on epidemiological information collected by CDC, a total of 18 people infected with the outbreak strain of Salmonella have been reported from 14 states. - [Kebab Shop E. coli Outbreak Sickens Nine](https://marlerclark.com/kebab-shop-e-coli-outbreak-sickens-nine.md): As of May 19, 2026, nine California residents have been infected with the outbreak strain of STEC O157:H7. - [70 Sickened by Salmonella Cantaloupe](https://marlerclark.com/70-sickened-by-salmonella-cantaloupe.md): According to the FDA Outbreak Table: The outbreak of Salmonella Newport (ref #1366) linked to cantaloupe has ended. - [Headcheese linked to Listeria illnesses in Illinois](https://marlerclark.com/headcheese-linked-to-listeria-illnesses-in-illinois.md): Despite its name, headcheese contains no dairy. It is a traditional cold-cut deli meat made from the flesh of a pig's head (and sometimes feet or tongue),... - [Raw Farms linked to another Raw Milk Cheese E.coli Outbreak - 9 People sickened - Company refuses to recall product](https://marlerclark.com/raw-farms-linked-to-another-raw-milk-cheese-e-coli-outbreak-7-people-sickened.md): Foodborne illness attorneys at Marler Clark continue to investigate links between E.coli and Raw Farms. - [Salmonella linked to Live it Up hits 97](https://marlerclark.com/salmonella-linked-to-live-it-up.md): Illnesses confirmed: Alabama 1, Delaware 1, Maine 1, Missouri 1, North Carolina 1, North Dakota 1, New Jersey 1, Oklahoma 1, Pennsylvania 1, Tennessee 1, Texas... - [64 with Salmonella tied to Oysters](https://marlerclark.com/64-with-salmonella-tied-to-oysters.md): As of December 23, 2025, 64 people infected with the outbreak strain of Salmonella have been reported from 22 states: Illinois 1, Kentucky 1, Maine 1, Missouri... - [Vega Farms Salmonella Outbreak Sickens 63](https://marlerclark.com/vega-farms-salmonella-outbreak-sickens-63.md): As of December 5, 2025, 63 California residents who became ill with the outbreak strain have been reported to CDPH. - [By Heart Infant Formula tied to Botulism Outbreak spikes to 51](https://marlerclark.com/by-heart-infant-formula-tied-to-botulism-outbreak.md): Marler Clark has been retained by 30 families whose infants consumed ByHeart formula. Some of these infants became ill in late 2024 and early to mid 2025. - [Green Supplement causes Salmonella Outbreak](https://marlerclark.com/green-supplement-causes-salmonella-outbreak.md): As of October 31, 2025, 11 people infected with the outbreak strain of Salmonella have been reported from 7 states – Florida 2, Kansas 2, Michigan 1, North... - [10 with E. coli linked to Cheese](https://marlerclark.com/3-with-e-coli-linked-to-cheese.md): November 13, 2025 One additional Washington resident has been added to this outbreak, bringing the total to 10 cases – 9 Washington residents and 1 Oregon... - [Kroger and Walmart Pasta Listeria Outbreak](https://marlerclark.com/kroger-and-walmart-pasta-listeria-outbreak.md): Since the last update on September 25, 2025, a total of 7 new illnesses and 3 new states have been reported, with 2 additional deaths reported, one each from... - [Salmonella Outbreak tied to Metabolic Meals](https://marlerclark.com/salmonella-outbreak-tied-to-metabolic-meals.md): CDC and public health officials in several states are investigating a multistate outbreak of Salmonella infections linked to certain home delivery meals made... - [Giardia Outbreak hits Kentucky - El Tapatio Mexican restaurant suspected as the source](https://marlerclark.com/giardia-outbreak-hits-madisonville-kentucky-el-tapatio-mexican-restaurant-suspected-as-the-source.md): The Hopkins County Health Department is investigating the recent Giardia outbreak and found that it has a direct link to El Tapatio Mexican Restaurant in... - [Kentucky Salmonella outbreak linked to Ramsey’s Diners and Missy’s Pies](https://marlerclark.com/kentucky-salmonella-outbreak-linked-to-ramseys-diners-and-missys-pies.md): Marler Clark is representing one of the victims in this outbreak. According to the Lexington-Fayette County Health Department, ten confirmed cases of... - [Sycamore Pool in Chico California Contaminated with E.coli - Two teens in ICU](https://marlerclark.com/sycamore-pool-in-chico-california-contaminated-with-e-coli-two-teens-in-icu.md): The city of Chico California issued a swim advisory for the Sycamore Pool after high levels of bacteria were found in the water. - [Listeria Outbreak linked to Kroger and Walmart Chicken Fettuccine](https://marlerclark.com/listeria-outbreak-linked-to-kroger-and-walmart-chicken-fettuccine.md): FSIS and public health partners are investigating an outbreak of Lm that currently includes 17 ill people in 13 states. - [Salmonella Egg Outbreak sickens 63 in California](https://marlerclark.com/salmonella-egg-outbreak-sickens-63-in-california.md): Marler Clark is representing several individuals in this Salmonella outbreak. As of July11, 2025, a total of 134 people infected with the outbreak strain of... - [Cucumbers with Salmonella - Again](https://marlerclark.com/cucumbers-with-salmonella-again.md): Marler Clark represents a victim that was sickened in this cucumber outbreak. As of May 19, 2025, a total of 26 people infected with the outbreak strain of... - [Fresh & Ready Foods linked to California and Nevada Listeria Outbreak](https://marlerclark.com/fresh-ready-foods-linked-to-california-and-nevida-listeria-outbreak.md): As of May 9, 2025, a total of 10 people infected with the outbreak strain of Listeria have been reported from two states. - [Aladdin Mediterranean Restaurant Linked to Salmonella Outbreak in San Diego - 89 Sick](https://marlerclark.com/aladdin-mediterranean-restaurant-linked-to-salmonella-outbreak-in-san-diego.md): ABC 10 San Diego reports that at least 89 have been sickened with Salmonella after eating at the popular Aladdin Restaurant in Claremont. - [14 Listeria Deaths tied to Lyons ReadyCare or Sysco Shakes](https://marlerclark.com/11-listeria-deaths-tied-to-lyons-readycare-or-sysco.md): A total of 42 people infected with the outbreak strain of Listeria monocytogenes were reported from 21 states - Alabama, California, Colorado, Connecticut,... - [Italian Pastries tied to illnesses in the US and Canada](https://marlerclark.com/italian-pastries-tied-to-illnesses-in-the-us-and-canada.md): On January 21, 2025, FDA was notified about an outbreak of Salmonella in the United States, which is the same strain investigated in Canada. - [Cucumbers sicken 100 in 23 States with Salmonella](https://marlerclark.com/cucumbers-sicken-68-in-19-states-with-salmonella.md): According to the CDC, as of December 19, 2024, a total of 100 people infected with the outbreak strain of Salmonella have been reported from 23 states. - [Deadly Nationwide E.coli Outbreak Linked to Grimmway Farms Organic Baby and Whole Carrots sickens 48](https://marlerclark.com/nationwide-e-coli-outbreak-linked-to-grimmway-farms-organic-baby-and-whole-carrots.md): Marler Clark represents several individuals in this carrot outbreak. Bill Marler was interviewed by Marni Hughes on News Nation Now about this E.coli outbreak. - [E. coli Outbreak tied to Red Cow and Hen House Restaurants](https://marlerclark.com/e-coli-outbreak-tied-to-red-cow-and-hen-house-restaurants.md): The Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) has identified 15 cases of E. coli O157 infection in people who had eaten burgers at multiple locations of Red Cow, a... - [Rockwood Summit High School E. coli Outbreak](https://marlerclark.com/rockwood-summit-high-school-e-coli-outbreak.md): According to the St. Louis County Health Department, there have now been 69 cases identified as of Friday afternoon. - [McDonalds linked to 104 E. coli cases and 1 Death](https://marlerclark.com/mcdonalds-linked-to-nearly-50-e-coli-cases-and-1-death.md): FDA, CDC, and state partners continue investigating a multistate outbreak of E. coli O157:H7 linked to slivered onions served on Quarter Pounder burgers at... - [Boar's Head Deli Meat Sickens 61 in 19 States with Deadly Listeria - 10 deaths](https://marlerclark.com/deli-meat-hits-28-in-12-states-with-deadly-listeria.md): Marler Clark has been retained by victims of the Boar's Head Outbreak. Bill Marler was interviewed about this outbreak on News Nation with Marni Hughes and... - [Shigella at LongHorn sickens 68](https://marlerclark.com/shigella-at-longhorn-sickens-14.md): The St. Clair County Health Department (SCCHD) and Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) continue to investigate the outbreak of Shigellosis caused by... - [Madre’s Oaxacan Restaurant linked to Salmonella Outbreak - 44 Sick](https://marlerclark.com/madres-oaxacan-restaurant-linked-to-salmonella-outbreak.md): According to news reports, more than 44 cases of Salmonella have now been confirmed in connection to consuming food from Madre’s Oaxacan Restaurant, with the... - [Egg Recall - Milo's Poultry Farms linked to Salmonella Outbreak - 93 Sickened](https://marlerclark.com/milos-poultry-farms-linked-to-salmonella-outbreak.md): As of October 18, 2024, a total of 93 people from 12 states have been infected with the same strain of Salmonella. - [2 dead with 22 injured in E. coli Hamburger Outbreak in Montana](https://marlerclark.com/1-dead-with-13-injured-in-e-coli-hamburger-outbreak-in-montana.md): The Flathead City-County Health Department (FCCHD), the Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS), and other local health departments, are... - [Salmonella Outbreak linked to Cucumbers sickens 551 in 31 States](https://marlerclark.com/salmonella-outbreak-linked-to-cucumbers-sickens-162-in-25-states.md): As of August 22, 2024, a total of 551 people infected with one of the outbreak strains of Salmonella Africana or Salmonella Braenderup were reported from 34... - [E. coli Outbreak in Washington and California linked to Walnuts](https://marlerclark.com/e-coli-outbreak-in-washington-and-california-linked-to-walnuts.md): Marler Clark has been retained by three families sickened in this outbreak. A total of 13 people infected with the outbreak strain of E. - [Trader Joe's Basil link in Salmonella Outbreak sickens 36](https://marlerclark.com/trader-joes-basil-link-in-salmonella-outbreak.md): CDC, public health and regulatory officials in several states, and the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) are collecting different types of data to... - [Seattle PCC Market E. coli outbreak linked to Guacamole](https://marlerclark.com/seattle-ppc-market-e-coli-outbreak-linked-to-guacamole.md): Public Health is investigating an outbreak of Shiga toxin-producing E. coli O157:H7 (also known as STEC). - [11 with E. coli linked to Raw Milk LLC Cheese](https://marlerclark.com/10-with-e-coli-linked-to-raw-milk-llc-cheese.md): As of February 16, 2024, a total of 11 people infected with the outbreak strain of E. coli have been reported from four states – New Jersey, California, Utah,... - [Rizo-López Foods recalls cheese after deadly Listeria Outbreak](https://marlerclark.com/rizo-lópez-foods-recalls-cheese-after-deadly-listeria-outbreak.md): As of February 6, 2024, a total of 26 people infected with the outbreak strain of Listeria have been reported from 11 states: Arizona 4, California 8, Colorado... - [Sam's Club and Costco Charcuterie linked to 104 Salmonella Illnesses](https://marlerclark.com/sams-club-charcuterie-linked-to-salmonella-illnesses.md): As of February 15, 2024, a total of 87 people infected with the outbreak strain of Salmonella have been reported from 30 states – Arizona 2, California 1,... - [Salmonella Cantaloupe Outbreak hits 600 with 15 dead in US and Canada](https://marlerclark.com/salmonella-cantaloupe-outbreak-hits-43-in-15-states.md): In the United States a total of 407 people infected with one of the outbreak strains of Salmonella were reported from 44 states: Alaska (1), Arizona (15),... - [Lead Poisoning in 354, mostly Children, prompts recall of Applesauce](https://marlerclark.com/lead-poisoning-in-children-prompts-recall-of-fruit-puree.md): Long term exposure exposure to lead can cause a variety of problems in children, including learning disabilities and brain damage. - [Salmonella Outbreak linked to Busseto Charcuterie](https://marlerclark.com/salmonella-outbreak-linked-to-busseto-charcuterie.md): Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) and Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) officials are warning Minnesota consumers not to eat Busseto brand... - [Listeria Outbreak linked to Peaches - 11 Sick with 1 Death](https://marlerclark.com/listeria-outbreak-linked-to-peaches-11-sick.md): The recalled peaches have been linked to an outbreak of Listeriosis that has resulted in eleven illnesses with 1 Death - [240 with Norovirus linked to Sushi Nine](https://marlerclark.com/240-with-norovirus-linked-to-sushi-nine.md): Marler Clark filed 1st Norovirus Lawsuit today. - [Raw Farm LLC link in 19 California Salmonella Cases](https://marlerclark.com/raw-farm-llc-link-in-19-california-salmonella-cases.md): 19 with Salmonella linked to Fresno Raw Milk LLC - [Gills Onions sicken 80 with Salmonella](https://marlerclark.com/gills-onions-sicken-72-with-salmonella.md): As of December 4, 2023, a total of 80 people infected with the outbreak strain of Salmonella were reported from 23 states: Arizona 1, California 17, Colorado... ## Media Relations - [2017- Sound Effect: This Food Safety Attorney Will Make You Choke On Your Salad](https://marlerclark.com/media_relations/2017-sound-effect-this-food-safety-attorney-will-make-you-choke-on-your-salad.md): This story originally aired on September 30, 2017. Seattle Attorney Bill Marler is often thought of as a bug. An agitator. - [2018 - Foodist with Darya Rose: How to Protect Yourself and Your Family From Food Poisoning](https://marlerclark.com/media_relations/2018-foodist-with-darya-rose-how-to-protect-yourself-and-your-family-from-food-poisoning.md): Bill Marler is a nationally recognized foodborne illness lawyer, an expert in food safety and one of the most influential voices in food policy in the world. - [2021 - Bill Marler, the nation's leading food safety lawyer, on his passion for blogging](https://marlerclark.com/media_relations/2021-bill-marler-the-nations-leading-food-safety-lawyer-on-his-passion-for-blogging.md): Bill Marler, the nation's leading food safety lawyer, on his passion for blogging. Back in 1993 Bill Marler took a case that would kickstart his career and... - [2013 - What Doesn't Kill You | Salmonella, HIMP, & More with Bill Marler](https://marlerclark.com/media_relations/what-doesnt-kill-you-salmonella-himp-more-with-bill-marler.md): In this episode on What Doesn’t Kill You, Katy Keifer discusses a myriad of topics with Bill Marler food poisoning lawyer and advocate. - [2022 - Swell Shenanigans | Daily Harvest fallout with Bill Marler #44](https://marlerclark.com/media_relations/swell-shenanigans-daily-harvest-fallout-with-bill-marler-44.md): On this episode, Bill Marler, the food safety lawyer is interviewed about the Daily Harvest outbreak linked to lentil crumbles. - [2022 - Food Sleuth Radio | Bill Marler, personal injury lawyer discusses Abbott's infant formula contamination](https://marlerclark.com/media_relations/food-sleuth-radio-bill-marler-personal-injury-lawyer-discusses-abbotts-infant-formula-contamination.md): Did you know that Abbott’s infant formula contamination resulted in the death of two children? Join Food Sleuth Radio host and registered dietitian, Melinda... - [2022 - Food Safety Matters Podcast | Bill Marler: Perspectives on Poisoned and Food Safety Progress](https://marlerclark.com/media_relations/food-safety-matters-podcast-bill-marler-perspectives-on-poisoned-and-food-safety-progress.md): In this podcast, Bill Marler is interviewed about his early career during the 1993 Jack in the Box E. coli outbreak. - [He helped make burgers safer. Now he’s fighting food poisoning again.](https://marlerclark.com/media_relations/he-helped-make-burgers-safer-now-hes-fighting-food-poisoning-again.md): From the Washington Post - Kimberly Kindy - 2020 Lawyer Bill Marler, 62, outside his office in downtown Seattle. - [Bartaco should reimburse county for cost of 3,000 hepatitis A vaccines](https://marlerclark.com/media_relations/bartaco-should-reimburse-county-for-cost-of-3-000-hepatitis-a-vaccines.md): Nationally-known food safety attorney Bill Marler calls for Bartaco to reimburse Westchester County for the hepatitis A vaccinations issued by county health... - [Profile in Obsession: Bill Marler](https://marlerclark.com/media_relations/profile-in-obsession-bill-marler.md): Naomi Tomky March 24, 2015 - [The New Yorker - A Bug in the System - Why last night’s chicken made you sick.](https://marlerclark.com/media_relations/the-new-yorker-a-bug-in-the-system-why-last-nights-chicken-made-you-sick.md): A lawyer is leading the fight to keep contaminated food off the supermarket shelf. - [Q&A: Food Safety Lawyer Bill Marler on What Not to Eat](https://marlerclark.com/media_relations/qa-food-safety-lawyer-bill-marler-on-what-not-to-eat.md): Jenna Greene, The National Law JournalNovember 3, 2014 - [Bill Marler talks with Radio MD about the criminal indictment of PCA officials](https://marlerclark.com/media_relations/bill-marler-talks-with-radio-md-about-the-criminal-indictment-of-pca-offici.md): In an interview for Radio MD's Life, Love and Health, Bill Marler discusses the criminal indictment of former Peanut Corporation of America (PCA) officials. - [Attorney Bill Marler Talks Criminal Prosecution Of Food CEOs](https://marlerclark.com/media_relations/pca-interview.md): Bill Marler appeared on the Food Nation Radio network to talk about food company CEOs and why criminal charges were brought against Stewart Parnell, former CEO... - [Profiles in Public Health Law: Interview with William “Bill” Marler](https://marlerclark.com/media_relations/profiles-in-public-health-law-interview-with-william-bill-marler.md): In this interview with CDC Public Health Law News, attorney and food safety advocate Bill Marler talks about his role in food safety since he began foodborne... - [E. Coli Hits 11 as Officials Race Against the Clock](https://marlerclark.com/media_relations/e.-coli-hits-11-as-officials-race-against-the-clock.md): Food safety attorney and expert Bill Marler talks to Jim Avila of ABC News about struggle a 2012 E. - [E. coli O145 Outbreak in South on World News Tonight and GMA](https://marlerclark.com/media_relations/e.-coli-o145-outbreak-in-south-on-world-news-tonight-and-gma.md): Food safety expert and attorney William Marler is interviewed for ABC's World News Tonight and Good Morning America about a developing 2012 E. - [Lawyers: Deal is close in listeria lawsuits filed against Colo farm after deadly outbreak](https://marlerclark.com/media_relations/lawyers-deal-is-close-in-listeria-lawsuits-filed-against-colo-farm-after-de.md): Food poisoning attorney, Bill Marler talks with Dan Elliot of the Associated Press on the status of his 39 lawsuits against Jensen Farms - the cantaloupe... - [Trouble with Imports: Why the Tempeh Salmonella Outbreak is a larger Problem](https://marlerclark.com/media_relations/trouble-with-imports-why-the-tempeh-salmonella-outbreak-is-a-larger-problem.md): In an Op-ed published in the Asheville Citzen-Times and Food Safety News, William Marler discusses the rise in imported foods and food safety - [Industry defends ingredient critics deride as "meat glue"](https://marlerclark.com/media_relations/industry-defends-ingredient-critics-deride-as-meat-glue.md): Reuters reporter James B. Kelleher uncovers the developing story of the use of "meat glue". - [Food Safety Lawyer Bill Marler On Sprouts, Raw Milk, and Why “Local” Isn’t Always Safer](https://marlerclark.com/media_relations/food-safety-lawyer-bill-marler-on-sprouts-raw-milk-and-why-local-isnt-alway.md): Hanna Brooks Olsen talks about food safety history, local foods, and raw milk with Bill Marler in this interview for women's health news site, Blisstree.com - [Listeria outbreak draws Seattle lawyer to battle](https://marlerclark.com/media_relations/listeria-outbreak-draws-seattle-lawyer-to-battle.md): Associated Press writer Shannon Dininny uncovers the impact attorney Bill Marler has had on food safety. - [Food-Borne Illness Attorney: Top Foods to Avoid](https://marlerclark.com/media_relations/food-borne-illness-attorney-top-foods-to-avoid.md): Bill Marler sits down with ABC News' Neal Karlinsky to discuss the recent cantaloupe Listeria outbreak, high-risk foods, and the reality of food safety and... - [More Food Recalls: What's Not Safe to Eat](https://marlerclark.com/media_relations/more-food-recalls-whats-not-saf.md): In an interview over lunch, Bill Marler, the nation's top foodborne illness lawyer, talks food safety with Neal Karlinsky from ABC News - [How to Keep Food Free of Salmonella: Lawsuits](https://marlerclark.com/media_relations/how-to-keep-food-free-of-salmonella-lawsuits.md): In an August, 2011 Atlantic post, acclaimed food writer Barry Estabrook tells why food poisoning attorney Bill Marler may be the nation's best bet for keeping... - [KCTS Public Television: How Safe is Your Food?](https://marlerclark.com/media_relations/kcts-public-television-how-safe-is-your-food.md): KCTS public television looks into the 1993 Jack in the Box E. coli O157:H7 outbreak and interviews author Jeff Benedict and attorney Bill Marler about... - [Settlement of 1.1 Million Awarded in Listeria Death Lawsuit](https://marlerclark.com/media_relations/1.1-million-awarded-in-listeria-death-lawsuit.md): Don Finley of the San Antonio Express News reports that Marler Clark food poisoning attorneys have won a $1.1 million judgement on behalf of he family of an... - [Pa. prison salmonella outbreak sickened 300](https://marlerclark.com/media_relations/pa.-prison-salmonella-outbreak-sickened-300.md): Joe Mandak of the Associated Press reports that a Salmonella outbreak has sickened at least 300 has been confirmed at federal prison in Pennsylvania. - [Why Seattle Should Require Paid Sick Days](https://marlerclark.com/media_relations/why-seattle-should-require-paid-sick-days.md): Seattle Food poisoning attorney Bill Marler wrote a June, 2011 editorial piece for the Puget Sound Business Journal. - [E. coli Expert Bill Marler Talks Deadly European E. coli Outbreak on PBS NewsHour](https://marlerclark.com/media_relations/e.-coli-expert-bill-marler-talks-deadly-european-e.-coli-outbreak-on-pbs-ne.md): Bill Marler is a guest on the June 2, 2011 PBS NewsHour talking about the European E. coli outbreak centered in Germany - [More Stomach-Churning Facts about the E. Coli Outbreak](https://marlerclark.com/media_relations/more-stomach-churning-facts-about-the-e.-coli-outbreak.md): In his New York Times blog, famed food writer Mark Bittman talks of his a 2 A.M. safe eating conversation with food poison attorney Bill Marler. - [Bill Marler Talks German E. coli Outbreak on CNBC](https://marlerclark.com/media_relations/bill-marler-talks-european-e.-coli-outbreak-on-cnbc.md): Food safety expert Bill Marler talks about the impact the European E. coli outbreak has on the U.S. - [Bill Marler: A Personal Injury Attorney and More](https://marlerclark.com/media_relations/bill-marler-a-personal-injury-attorney-and-more1.md): Writing for the Xemplar Nicole Black examines Bill Marler's transcendentcareer as foodborne illness litigator and food safety advocate. - [Good Food Hero: Bill Marler, Food Safety Attorney](https://marlerclark.com/media_relations/good-food-hero-bill-marler-food-safety-attorney.md): In May, 2011 online publication Good Food World chose Bill Marler as its first "Good Food Hero". In this piece Gail Nickel-Kailing talks food safety with Bill. - [New Book Chronicles Islander Marler's Work](https://marlerclark.com/media_relations/new-book-chronicles-islander-marlers-work.md): Connie Mears of the Bainbride Island Review discusses the events that shaped BIll Marler's life and the upcoming book Poisoned: The True Story of the Deadly E. - [Poisoned: The True Story of the Deadly E. coli Outbreak That Changed the Way Americans Eat](https://marlerclark.com/media_relations/poisoned-the-true-story-of-the-deadly-e.-coli-outbreak-that-changed-the-way.md): In his new book, investigative author Jeff Benedict gives a thrilling account of the events and people surrounding the 1993 Jack in Box E. coli outbreak. - [What's the "Future of Food" Without Food Safety?](https://marlerclark.com/media_relations/whats-the-future-of-food-without-food-safety.md): In an op-ed published on both Food Safety News and The Huffington Post, attorney Bill Marler sounds off on the lack of substantial food safety discussion in... - [Seattle attorney hopes lawmakers back new food safety law](https://marlerclark.com/media_relations/seattle-attorney-hopes-lawmakers-back-new-food-safety-law.md): Marler Clark food safety lawyer Bill Marler talks with KING 5 TV from Seattle about food safety legislation signed by President Obama on January 4, 2011. - [Scholarship to honor Medway man](https://marlerclark.com/media_relations/scholarship-to-honor-medway-man.md): The attorneys of Marler Clark, The Food Safety Law Firm donated money toward a scholarship fund in honor of a Medway, Massachusetts man who died from a... - [New Foodborne Illness Numbers Show Scientific Progress, Not Industry Success](https://marlerclark.com/media_relations/new-foodborne-illness-numbers-show-scientific-progress-not-industry-success.md): In his Huffington Post Op-Ed, Bill Marler discusses the impact of the newly released 2010 CDC foodborne illness statistics. - [Lawyer Bill Marler blasts Democrats Over Food Safety Legislation](https://marlerclark.com/media_relations/lawlawyer-bill-marler-blasts-democrats-over-food-safety-legislation.md): Seattle Times Political Reporter Maureen O'Hagan discusses Bill Marler's discontent with the progress of food safety legislation in late 2010. - [Get Food Safety Done! Once the GOP is in the Kitchen, Food Safety is Toast.](https://marlerclark.com/media_relations/get-food-safety-done-once-the-gop-is-in-the-kitchen-food-safety-is-toast.md): Over the last two years, food producers large and small, consumer and public health groups, and Congressional leaders have come together to support legislation... - [The 'Holy Six' Strains of E. coli That Many Experts Fear](https://marlerclark.com/media_relations/the-holy-six-strains-of-e.-coli-that-many-experts-fear.md): In this series for AOL news, investigative journalist Andrew Schneider looks into non-O157 strains of E. - [Food-Safety Lawyer Puts His Money Where Your Mouth Is](https://marlerclark.com/media_relations/food-safety-lawyer-puts-his-money-where-your-mouth-is.md): Andrew Schneider of AOL News profiles Bill Marler's efforts to get non-O157:H7 E. coli strains added as USDA adulterants. (Second of three parts) - [USDA May Be Ready to Tackle 'Other' E. Coli Strains](https://marlerclark.com/media_relations/usda-may-be-ready-to-tackle-other-e.-coli-strains.md): In this series for AOL news, investigative journalist Andrew Schneider looks into non-O157 strains of E. - [Food Safety Overhaul Dies in Senate](https://marlerclark.com/media_relations/food-safety-overhaul-dies-in-senate.md): Dave Thier interviews Bill Marler in his AOL News piece about the failure of the Senate to bring the Food Safety Modernization Act to a vote. - [The fight to keep your burger safe from E. Coli](https://marlerclark.com/media_relations/the-fight-to-keep-your-burger-safe-from-e.-coli.md): Mike Hughlett of the Minneapolis Star Tribune writes about the meat industry's work to prevent E. - [What if I had a food safety magic wand?](https://marlerclark.com/media_relations/what-if-i-had-a-food-safety-magic-wand.md): In Bill Marler's Op-Ed for the Huffington Post, he lists the changes he would make with his food safety 'Magic Wand'. - [Despite recalls, tainted food sometimes on shelves](https://marlerclark.com/media_relations/despite-recalls-tainted-food-sometimes-on-shelves.md): Steve Mills of the Chicago Tribune speaks to Marler Clark client Ken Maxwell about being sickened by tainted food after a recall is initiated. - [Defective Products Leave Consumers with 'Recall Fatigue'](https://marlerclark.com/media_relations/a-slew-of-defective-products-leaves-consumers-with-recall-fatigue.md): Lyndsey Layton interviews Bill Marler in her Washington Post story on the numbing effect of so many recalls. ## News - [Who is Bill Marler and Marler Clark?](https://marlerclark.com/news_events/who-is-bill-marler-and-marler-clark.md): Working with Marler Clark Marler Clark, The Food Safety Law Firm, represents victims of foodborne illness nationwide. - [What is Cyclospora?](https://marlerclark.com/news_events/what-is-cyclospora.md): Cyclospora is a microscopic parasite that causes cyclosporiasis, a prolonged, relapsing intestinal illness that can last for weeks. - [What is Norovirus?](https://marlerclark.com/news_events/what-is-norovirus.md): Norovirus is the most common cause of foodborne illness in the United States, responsible for roughly half of all outbreaks and about 20 million illnesses a... - [What is Botulism?](https://marlerclark.com/news_events/what-is-botulism-2.md): Botulism is a rare but life-threatening illness caused by a nerve toxin from the bacterium Clostridium botulinum, one of the most potent poisons known. - [What is Campylobacter?](https://marlerclark.com/news_events/what-is-campylobacter.md): Campylobacter is one of the most common causes of bacterial diarrhea in the United States. Most infections come from raw or undercooked poultry, unpasteurized... - [What is Shigella?](https://marlerclark.com/news_events/what-is-shigella.md): Shigella is a highly contagious bacterium that causes shigellosis—a painful, sometimes bloody diarrhea known as dysentery. - [What is Hepatitis A?](https://marlerclark.com/news_events/what-is-hepatitis-a.md): Hepatitis A is a contagious liver infection caused by the hepatitis A virus and spread through the fecal-oral route—often by an infected food handler. - [What is Listeria?](https://marlerclark.com/news_events/what-is-listeria.md): Listeria monocytogenes is a bacterium that causes listeriosis, one of the deadliest foodborne infections. - [What is Salmonella?](https://marlerclark.com/news_events/what-is-salmonella.md): Salmonella is a group of bacteria behind one of the most common—and most deadly—foodborne infections in the United States, sickening more than a million people... - [What is E. coli?](https://marlerclark.com/news_events/what-is-e-coli.md): E. coli O157:H7 is a Shiga toxin–producing strain of Escherichia coli that causes severe, sometimes life-threatening food poisoning. - [Poisoned : A Vox Media Podcast](https://marlerclark.com/news_events/poisoned-a-vox-media-podcast.md): Bill Marler is interviewed on Vox media about his role in the Jack in the Box E.coli outbreak, as the lead attorney, representing the poisoned children. - [Can AI Improve Food Safety?](https://marlerclark.com/news_events/can-ai-improve-food-safety.md): Artificial intelligence (AI) is beginning to reshape how food companies detect contamination risks, monitor sanitation, and trace products through complex... - [Lawsuit Accuses Nara Organics of Selling Whole-Milk Infant Formula that Carried Botulism Spores](https://marlerclark.com/news_events/lawsuit-accuses-nara-organics-of-selling-whole-milk-infant-formula-that-carried-botulism-spores.md): Marler Clark, The Food Safety Law Firm, has filed suit on behalf of an infant who was hospitalized with botulism after consuming Nara Organics Whole Milk... - [Poisoned - Author's Notes](https://marlerclark.com/news_events/poisoned-authors-notes.md): Twenty years ago, today—on January 17, 1993—the State of Washington’s department of health announced that an E. - [The Ten Largest Foodborne Illness Outbreaks in the U.S. Since 1993 — and Marler Clark’s Role in Them](https://marlerclark.com/news_events/the-ten-largest-foodborne-illness-outbreaks-in-the-u-s-since-1993-and-marler-clarks-role-in-them.md): I started doing this work in 1993, sitting in a hospital hallway at Seattle Children's while a nine-year-old girl named Brianne Kiner fought for her life. - [On World Food Safety Day, We're Turning Off the Lights](https://marlerclark.com/news_events/on-world-food-safety-day-were-turning-off-the-lights.md): Today is World Food Safety Day. This year's theme, set by the World Health Organization, is "From burden to solutions — safe food everywhere," and it rests on... - [The Last Month in Food Poisoning: Supplements, Kofta, and Cheese — and the Quiet Erosion of Transparency](https://marlerclark.com/news_events/the-last-month-in-food-poisoning-supplements-kofta-and-cheese-and-the-quiet-erosion-of-transparency.md): Every few weeks I take stock of what is actually landing on the desks of the families I represent, and the last month has been a reminder that the threats keep... - [We’re Turning Off the Smoke Detectors on America’s Food Supply](https://marlerclark.com/news_events/were-turning-off-the-smoke-detectors-on-americas-food-supply.md): For more than thirty years I have represented the families on the other end of a foodborne outbreak — the parents of children on dialysis with hemolytic uremic... - [Bill Marler and the Fight to Make Ground Beef Safer from E. coli](https://marlerclark.com/news_events/bill-marler-and-the-fight-to-make-ground-beef-safer-from-e-coli.md): For more than thirty years, the story of E. coli in American ground beef has been inseparable from the career of one Seattle-area attorney, William “Bill”... - [Lawsuit Filed on Behalf of Child Hospitalized with Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome in the Kebab Shop E.coli Outbreak](https://marlerclark.com/news_events/lawsuit-filed-on-behalf-of-child-hospitalized-with-hemolytic-uremic-syndrome-in-the-kebab-shop-e-coli-outbreak.md): LOS ANGELES, CA — On May 29, 2026, attorneys William D. Marler of Marler Clark, Inc., PS (Seattle, Washington) and Trevor Quirk of Quirk Law Firm LLP (Ventura,... - [What It Is Enterotoxigenic Escherichia coli (ETEC)](https://marlerclark.com/news_events/what-it-is-enterotoxigenic-escherichia-coli-etec.md): ETEC is a strain of the otherwise familiar gut bacterium E. coli, but with a dangerous twist. Unlike the harmless E. - [Eight Major E. coli Outbreaks and Lawsuits since 1993 and Marler Clark's Role](https://marlerclark.com/news_events/eight-major-e-coli-outbreaks-and-lawsuits-since-1993-and-marler-clarks-role.md): Bill Marler & Marler Clark — An Overview Bill Marler began litigating foodborne illness cases in 1993, when he represented Brianne Kiner, the most seriously... - [Marler Clark, the leading foodborne illness attorneys in the United States](https://marlerclark.com/news_events/marler-clark-rhe-leading-foodborne-illness-attorneys-in-the-united-states.md): Bill Marler's role in making ground beef safer is one of the most consequential stories in American food safety history. - [A History of Ground Beef Outbreaks, Recalls and Lawsuits](https://marlerclark.com/news_events/a-history-of-ground-beef-outbreaks-recalls-and-lawsuits.md): The through-line is striking: for over 30 years, in virtually every significant ground beef E. coli outbreak in the United States, Bill Marler and Marler Clark... - [The Ground is Shifting Again: A Warning From Thirty Years in the E. coli Trenches](https://marlerclark.com/news_events/the-ground-is-shifting-again-a-warning-from-thirty-years-in-the-e-coli-trenches.md): So, when the California Department of Public Health announced this week that nine people — six of them children, two of them now suffering from hemolytic... - [If Bill Marler Had a Food Safety Magic Wand](https://marlerclark.com/news_events/if-bill-marler-had-a-food-safety-magic-wand.md): Look, I'll tell you what my wish is. It's the same one I've been saying for over thirty years. Put me out of business. That's it. That's the whole thing. - [Food Safety on Trial – Litigate, Regulate, or Innovate](https://marlerclark.com/news_events/food-safety-on-trial-litigate-regulate-or-innovate.md): Bill Marler is interviewed by Frank Yannis on the topic of food safety. Frank provides background about Bill Marler as the nations and world’s most prominent... - [Life Lessons](https://marlerclark.com/news_events/life-lessons.md): Bill Marler was once an early-career lawyer in the Seattle area taking all kinds of cases that would get him to trial. - [After over Thirty Years Suing Food Companies, Here’s What I Won’t Eat – What Bill Marler Does Not Eat.](https://marlerclark.com/news_events/after-over-thirty-years-suing-food-companies-heres-what-i-wont-eat-what-bill-marler-does-not-eat.md): I have spent more than thirty years representing the people the food system failed. Children on dialysis after eating a hamburger. - [Bill Marler: Ten things we can do to make our food supply safer](https://marlerclark.com/news_events/bill-marler-ten-things-we-can-do-to-make-our-food-supply-safer.md): We can do more to make our food supply safer. We just need to act. - [Publisher’s Platform: Playing "Romaine Roulette”](https://marlerclark.com/news_events/publishers-platform-playing-romaine-roulette.md): Food Safety News | Bill Marler | Publishers Platform April 2026 Let me be blunt. I've been fighting for food poisoning victims since 1993, when a nine-year-old... - [It's Time to Get the S*%! Out of Chicken: Declare Salmonella an Adulterant](https://marlerclark.com/news_events/its-time-to-get-the-s-out-of-chicken-declare-salmonella-an-adulterant.md): We did it with E. coli in hamburger. The sky didn’t fall. Here’s why we must do it again — and finish the job. - [Hepatitis A and the Food Service Industry: A Case for Universal Vaccination](https://marlerclark.com/news_events/hepatitis-a-and-the-food-service-industry-a-case-for-universal-vaccination.md): Hepatitis A is a liver disease spread primarily through contaminated food and water, and through the fecal-oral route. - [Our Babies Deserve Better: It's Time to Fix Infant Formula Safety](https://marlerclark.com/news_events/our-babies-deserve-better-its-time-to-fix-infant-formula-safety.md): Powdered infant formula is not crackers. It is not cereal. For many babies, it is the only food they consume. - [The Sarah Fraser Show - Bill Marler From The Netflix Documentary "Poisoned: The Dirty Truth About Our Food," On How To Avoid Food Poisoning, And Items You Should NEVER Buy At The Grocery Store!](https://marlerclark.com/news_events/the-sarah-fraser-show-bill-marler-from-the-netflix-documentary-poisoned-the-dirty-truth-about-our-food-on-how-to-avoid-food-poisoning-and-items-you-should-never-buy-at-the-grocery-store.md): Bill Marler, foodborne illness attorney, on The Sarah Fraser Show. How to avoid food poisoning: items you should never buy at the grocery store. - [What is Infant Botulism? Will the ByHeart Botulism Outbreak count be more than 51?](https://marlerclark.com/news_events/what-is-infant-botulism-will-the-byheart-botulism-outbreak-count-be-more-than-51.md): What is Infant Botulism? Infant botulism is a rare but serious condition caused by the ingestion of Clostridium botulinum spores, which can grow in the... - [How a rare drug made from scientists’ blood saves babies from Botulism](https://marlerclark.com/news_events/how-a-rare-drug-made-from-scientists-blood-saves-babies-from-botulism.md): Marler Clark represents 31 families whose infants have been sickened by Botulism in ByHeart infant formula. - [What a top food safety expert won’t order for dinner](https://marlerclark.com/news_events/what-a-top-food-safety-expert-wont-order-for-dinner.md): Marler, an attorney who lives outside Seattle, was in town for a court hearing involving several people allegedly sickened by romaine lettuce tainted with E. - [Largest Botulism Outbreaks in the last 50 Years](https://marlerclark.com/news_events/largest-botulism-outbreaks-in-the-last-50-years.md): Botulism is a rare but serious illness caused by the neurotoxin produced by the bacterium Clostridium botulinum. - [Bill Marler: The Lawyer Who Changed the Way America Thinks About Food Safety](https://marlerclark.com/news_events/bill-marler-the-lawyer-who-changed-the-way-america-thinks-about-food-safety.md): When most people think about food safety, they picture government agencies, health inspectors, or warning labels on packaging. - [Mom Recalls 'Heartbreaking' Experience of Her Son Being Hospitalized with Infant Botulism amid Formula Recall](https://marlerclark.com/news_events/mom-recalls-heartbreaking-experience-of-her-son-being-hospitalized-with-infant-botulism-amid-formula-recall.md): Marler Clark , The Food Safety Law Firm represents the Mazziotti family in the ByHeart infant formula outbreak. - [What do Parents and Doctors need to know during the ByHeart Infant Botulism Outbreak](https://marlerclark.com/news_events/what-do-parents-and-doctors-need-to-know-during-the-byheart-infant-botulism-outbreak.md): If parents suspect their child or a doctor suspects a child has developed infant botulism, particularly in relation to consuming ByHeart formula or any other... - [What is Hepatitis E? Can it be Foodborne?](https://marlerclark.com/news_events/what-is-hepatitis-e-can-it-be-foodborne.md): Hepatitis E is a liver infection caused by the hepatitis E virus (HEV), which typically results in an acute, self-limiting illness. - [Marler Clark, The Food Safety Law Firm, Files First Infant Formula Botulism Case](https://marlerclark.com/news_events/marler-clark-the-food-safety-law-firm-files-first-infant-formula-botulism-case-byheart-brand-linked-to-outbreak-that-sickened-15-in-12-states.md): Bainbridge Island, WA – A lawsuit was filed today in court on behalf of Stephen and Yurany Dexter, parents of E.D.( a minor), against ByHeart, Inc. - [Poultry industry pushes back after report shows salmonella is widespread in grocery store chicken](https://marlerclark.com/news_events/poultry-industry-pushes-back-after-report-shows-salmonella-is-widespread-in-grocery-store-chicken.md): A new report based on government inspection documents shows salmonella is widespread in U.S. grocery store chicken and turkey products. - [Why is E. coli Dangerous in Raw Milk Cheese?](https://marlerclark.com/news_events/why-is-e-coli-dangerous-in-raw-milk-cheese.md): E. coli is dangerous in raw milk cheeses because raw milk can contain harmful bacteria like Shiga toxin-producing E. - [Raw Milk Cheese E. coli Outbreak History](https://marlerclark.com/news_events/raw-milk-cheese-e-coli-outbreak-history.md): Based on reports from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), several E. - [William Marler - more than just a trial lawyer](https://marlerclark.com/news_events/william-marler-more-than-just-a-trial-lawyer.md): From courtrooms to Congress, Bill Marler transformed the pain of foodborne illness victims into a catalyst for change, forcing leaders to confront the human... - [Something else to worry about – Hepatitis E](https://marlerclark.com/news_events/something-else-to-worry-about-hepatitis-e.md): Hepatitis E is a viral infection that primarily affects the liver and is caused by the hepatitis E virus (HEV). - [What are the 10 most dangerous foods?](https://marlerclark.com/news_events/what-are-the-10-most-dangerous-foods.md): Certain foods around the world are renowned for their danger due to toxicity, difficulty in preparation, or potential for foodborne illness. ## Pages - [Thanks!](https://marlerclark.com/thanks.md): Thank you! We received your message. - [Community Involvement](https://marlerclark.com/community.md): Marler Clark, Inc., PS supports an array of organizations that demonstrates our commitment to the needs of the diverse community in which we live. - [Our Philosophy](https://marlerclark.com/philosophy.md): The term advocacy comes from the Latin “ad” which means “to give” and “voca” which means “voice.” We give our clients a voice so they can be heard.  - [Legal Statement](https://marlerclark.com/disclaimer.md): Thank you for visiting the Marler Clark, Inc., PS website. We hope that you find the information here useful. ## Questions - [What Will I Personally Have to Do During a Food Poisoning Lawsuit?](https://marlerclark.com/questions/what-will-i-personally-have-to-do-during-a-food-poisoning-lawsuit.md): Far less than most people expect. In a typical food poisoning case that settles, your total personal time commitment is often far less than you imagine. - [Should I Go to the Doctor for Food Poisoning, or Will It Go Away on Its Own?](https://marlerclark.com/questions/should-i-go-to-the-doctor-for-food-poisoning-or-will-it-go-away-on-its-own.md): It depends on your symptoms, but here is the rule most people miss: a doctor’s visit while you are still sick is also your best window to get a stool culture,... - [What Does a Food Poisoning Lawsuit Actually Look Like From Start to Finish?](https://marlerclark.com/questions/what-does-a-food-poisoning-lawsuit-actually-look-like-from-start-to-finish.md): A food poisoning lawsuit typically moves through four phases over 12 to 18 months: investigation, formal legal action, negotiation, and resolution. - [My whole family got sick after eating at the same restaurant. Is this a food poisoning outbreak?](https://marlerclark.com/questions/my-whole-family-got-sick-after-eating-at-the-same-restaurant-is-this-a-food-poisoning-outbreak.md): Possibly. By the CDC’s definition, two or more people with a similar illness linked to a common food source is a foodborne disease outbreak. - [What should I do if I already ate a product that was just recalled?](https://marlerclark.com/questions/what-should-i-do-if-i-already-ate-a-product-that-was-just-recalled.md): Do not panic but do act. Your next steps depend on whether you have symptoms and how recently you ate the product. - [Can Food Poisoning Be Serious? When Is It an Emergency?](https://marlerclark.com/questions/can-food-poisoning-be-serious-when-is-it-an-emergency.md): Yes, food poisoning can be very serious and, in some cases, fatal. Each year in the United States, foodborne illness hospitalizes 53,000 people and kills... - [I Did Not Go to the Hospital for Food Poisoning. Can I Still Have a Case?](https://marlerclark.com/questions/i-did-not-go-to-the-hospital-for-food-poisoning-can-i-still-have-a-case.md): Yes. Hospitalization is not a legal requirement for a food poisoning claim. Of the 9 million foodborne illnesses that occur in the United States each year,... - [How Do I Prove Where I Got Food Poisoning?](https://marlerclark.com/questions/how-do-i-prove-where-i-got-food-poisoning.md): Proving where you got food poisoning relies on three things: a laboratory-confirmed diagnosis identifying the specific pathogen, a connection to a recognized... - [What Kind of Lawyer Handles Food Poisoning Cases?](https://marlerclark.com/questions/what-kind-of-lawyer-handles-food-poisoning-cases.md): Food poisoning cases are typically handled by personal injury attorneys who practice product liability law. - [I Think I Got Food Poisoning from a Restaurant. What Should I Do Right Now?](https://marlerclark.com/questions/i-think-i-got-food-poisoning-from-a-restaurant-what-should-i-do-right-now.md): If you think a restaurant gave you food poisoning, do three things as quickly as possible. Seek medical care and ask your doctor to order a stool culture to... - [How Do I Know If My Food Poisoning Case Is Worth Pursuing?](https://marlerclark.com/questions/how-do-i-know-if-my-food-poisoning-case-is-worth-pursuing.md): Most food poisoning cases are not worth pursuing legally. If your illness resolved within 48 hours and you did not seek medical treatment, you likely do not... - [How Long Do I Have to File a Food Poisoning Lawsuit?](https://marlerclark.com/questions/how-long-do-i-have-to-file-a-food-poisoning-lawsuit.md): The statute of limitations for a food poisoning lawsuit in the United States ranges from one to six years depending on your state, with most states allowing... - [What Is the Average Food Poisoning Settlement Amount?](https://marlerclark.com/questions/what-is-the-average-food-poisoning-settlement-amount.md): There is no single reliable “average” food poisoning settlement amount. Most settlements are confidential, making published averages statistically meaningless. - [Does It Cost Anything to Talk to a Food Poisoning Lawyer?](https://marlerclark.com/questions/does-it-cost-anything-to-talk-to-a-food-poisoning-lawyer.md): No, it costs nothing to talk to a food poisoning lawyer at Marler Clark. The initial consultation is free, confidential, and carries no obligation. ## Resource Library - [Guillain-Barre References](https://marlerclark.com/foodborne-illnesses/guillain-barre-syndrome/guillain-barre-references.md): Willison HJ, Jacobs BC, van Doorn PA. (2016). Guillain-Barré syndrome. Lancet. 388(10045):717-27.Toscano G, et al. (2020). - [Cyclospora References](https://marlerclark.com/foodborne-illnesses/cyclospora/cyclospora-references.md): 1. Abanyie F, et al. (2015). 2013 multistate outbreaks of Cyclospora cayetanensis infections associated with fresh produce: focus on the Texas investigations. - [Campylobacter References](https://marlerclark.com/foodborne-illnesses/campylobacter/campylobacter-references.md): "Preventing Foodborne Illness: Campylobacteriosis." University of Florida IFAS Extension, 2018. Available at: https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/fs09...Altekruse SF,... - [Shigella References](https://marlerclark.com/foodborne-illnesses/shigella/shigella-references.md): Angulo, FJ, Nargund VN, Chiller TC. (2004). Evidence of an association between use of anti-microbial agents in food animals and anti-microbial resistance among... - [Antimicrobial Resistance in Bacteria](https://marlerclark.com/foodborne-illnesses/shigella/antimicrobial-resistance-in-bacteria-shigella.md): Some bacteria have become resistant to antimicrobial drugs and are antibiotic-resistant. Antimicrobial resistance in bacteria is an emerging and increasing... - [Botulism References](https://marlerclark.com/foodborne-illnesses/botulism/botulism-references.md): Sobel J, Rao AK. (2017). Making the Best of the Evidence: Toward National Clinical Guidelines for Botulism. Clin Infect Dis. 66(Supp 1):S1-S3.Sobel J, et al. - [Norovirus References](https://marlerclark.com/foodborne-illnesses/norovirus/norovirus-references.md): Alsved M, et al. (2019). Sources of Airborne Norovirus in Hospital Outbreaks. Clin Infect Dis. 70(10):2023-8.Neri AJ, Cramer EH, Vaughan GH, Vinjé J, Mainzer... - [Reactive Arthritis References](https://marlerclark.com/foodborne-illnesses/reactive-arthritis/reactive-arthritis-references.md): Cheeti A, Chakraborty RK, Ramphul K. (2020). Reactive Arthritis (Reiter Syndrome). In: StatPearls [Internet]. Treasure Island (FL): StatPearls Publishing. - [Guillain-Barré Syndrome](https://marlerclark.com/foodborne-illnesses/guillain-barre-syndrome-landing.md) - [Irritable Bowel Syndrome](https://marlerclark.com/foodborne-illnesses/irritable-bowel-syndrome-landing.md) - [Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome](https://marlerclark.com/foodborne-illnesses/hemolytic-uremic-syndrome-landing.md) - [Reactive Arthritis](https://marlerclark.com/foodborne-illnesses/reactive-arthritis-landing.md) - [Shigella](https://marlerclark.com/foodborne-illnesses/shigella-landing.md) - [Cyclospora](https://marlerclark.com/foodborne-illnesses/cyclospora-landing.md) - [Campylobacter](https://marlerclark.com/foodborne-illnesses/campylobacter-landing.md) - [Botulism](https://marlerclark.com/foodborne-illnesses/botulism-landing.md) - [Norovirus](https://marlerclark.com/foodborne-illnesses/norovirus-landing.md) - [Hepatitis A](https://marlerclark.com/foodborne-illnesses/hepatitis-a-landing.md) - [Listeria](https://marlerclark.com/foodborne-illnesses/listeria-landing.md) - [Salmonella](https://marlerclark.com/foodborne-illnesses/salmonella-landing.md) - [E. coli](https://marlerclark.com/foodborne-illnesses/e-coli-landing.md) - [Salmonella Outbreak at Minnesota Chipotle Sickens 64 People](https://marlerclark.com/foodborne-illnesses/salmonella/salmonella-outbreak-at-minnesota-chipotle-sickens-64-people.md): Marler Clark filed four lawsuits to date and was retained by over a dozen individuals. All cases have been resolved with settlements that included medical... - [Citterio Salame Stick Oubreak](https://marlerclark.com/foodborne-illnesses/salmonella/citterio-salame-stick-oubreak.md): On October 18, 2021, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (USDA-FSIS),... - [Cyclospora Outbreaks](https://marlerclark.com/foodborne-illnesses/cyclospora/cyclospora-outbreaks.md) - [Antimicrobial Resistance](https://marlerclark.com/foodborne-illnesses/salmonella/antibiotic-resistance.md): The selection of effective antibiotics is critical for the treatment of invasive Salmonella infections. - [What is Irritable Bowel Syndrome?](https://marlerclark.com/foodborne-illnesses/irritable-bowel-syndrome/what-is-irritable-bowel-syndrome.md): What is Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)? Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a functional disorder of the gastrointestinal tract. - [Causes of IBS](https://marlerclark.com/foodborne-illnesses/irritable-bowel-syndrome/causes-of-ibs.md): What causes IBS? IBS is a functional gastrointestinal disorder. This means that there are no structural abnormalities or other objective findings. - [Post-Infectious IBS](https://marlerclark.com/foodborne-illnesses/irritable-bowel-syndrome/post-infectious-ibs.md): What is Post-Infectious IBS? The observation that the onset of IBS symptoms can be precipitated by gastrointestinal infection dates back to the 1950s. - [Dyspepsia and Gastroparesis](https://marlerclark.com/foodborne-illnesses/irritable-bowel-syndrome/dyspepsia-gastroparesis.md): Dyspepsia Dyspepsia (aka indigestion) is another functional gastrointestinal disorder that may occur in the wake of a severe gastrointestinal infection. - [Irritable Bowel Syndrome References](https://marlerclark.com/foodborne-illnesses/irritable-bowel-syndrome/irritable-bowel-syndrome-references.md): Marshall JK, et al. (2006). Incidence and Epidemiology of Irritable Bowel Syndrome After a Large Waterborne Outbreak of Bacterial Dysentery. Gastroenterology. - [IBS Diagnosis](https://marlerclark.com/foodborne-illnesses/irritable-bowel-syndrome/ibs-diagnosis.md): How is IBS diagnosed? Clinicians diagnose IBS by identifying typical symptoms, taking a thorough history, and doing a complete physical examination. - [IBS Treatment](https://marlerclark.com/foodborne-illnesses/irritable-bowel-syndrome/ibs-treatment.md): How is IBS treated? Treatment of IBS varies from person to person and from case to case. Treatments include—where appropriate—changes in lifestyle, exercise,... - [The Incidence of Salmonella Infections](https://marlerclark.com/foodborne-illnesses/salmonella/the-incidence-of-salmonella-infections.md): Typhoidal Salmonella Salmonella enterica serotypes Typhi, Sendai, and Paratyphi A, B, or C are found exclusively in humans. - [Salmonella Food Poisoning](https://marlerclark.com/foodborne-illnesses/salmonella/about-salmonella.md): What is Salmonella and how does it cause food poisoning? The term Salmonella refers to a specific group of gram-negative bacteria with the potential to cause... - [Transmission of Salmonella Bacteria](https://marlerclark.com/foodborne-illnesses/salmonella/transmission-of-salmonella-bacteria.md): In the past two decades, consumption of produce, especially sprouts, tomatoes, fruits, leafy greens, nuts, and nut butters, has been associated with Salmonella... - [Real Life Impacts of Salmonella Infection](https://marlerclark.com/foodborne-illnesses/salmonella/real-life-impacts-of-salmonella-infection.md): What follows are just a few of the personal stories associated with Salmonella enterica outbreaks. - [Salmonella Recalls](https://marlerclark.com/foodborne-illnesses/salmonella/salmonella-recalls.md): Salmonella recalls are initiated if certain foods are contaminated with Salmonella. When public health officials learn of potential Salmonella contamination in... - [How to Prevent a Salmonella Infection](https://marlerclark.com/foodborne-illnesses/salmonella/salmonella-prevention.md): Contaminated foods usually look and smell normal, which is why it is important to take steps to prevent foodborne illness. - [Complications of Salmonella Infection](https://marlerclark.com/foodborne-illnesses/salmonella/complications-of-salmonella-infection.md): In approximately 5% of nontyphoidal Salmonella infections, patients develop bacteremia. In a small proportion of those cases, the bacteria can cause a focal... - [How is Salmonella Infection Diagnosed?](https://marlerclark.com/foodborne-illnesses/salmonella/salmonella-diagnosis.md): Salmonella bacteria can be detected by stool culture. In cases of bacteremia or invasive illness, the bacteria can also be cultured from blood, urine, or, on... - [The Prevalence of Salmonella in Food and Elsewhere](https://marlerclark.com/foodborne-illnesses/salmonella/the-prevalence-of-salmonella-in-food-and-elsewhere.md): Most Salmonella infections are caused by eating contaminated food. One study found that 87% of all confirmed cases of Salmonella are foodborne. - [Treatment for Salmonella Infection](https://marlerclark.com/foodborne-illnesses/salmonella/salmonella-treatment.md): Salmonella infections usually resolve in three to seven days and, many times, require no treatment. - [The Economic Impact of Salmonella Infections](https://marlerclark.com/foodborne-illnesses/salmonella/the-economic-impact-of-salmonella-infections.md): The economic burden of illness depends on its frequency, severity, and health impact. Estimates of the cost of foodborne illness play an important role in... - [Salmonella Outbreaks](https://marlerclark.com/foodborne-illnesses/salmonella/salmonella-outbreaks.md) - [Symptoms of Salmonella Infection](https://marlerclark.com/foodborne-illnesses/salmonella/salmonella-symptoms-risks.md): Symptoms of Salmonella infection include painful abdominal cramps, diarrhea, and fever. Salmonella infections can have a broad range of illness, from no... - [What is Reactive Arthritis?](https://marlerclark.com/foodborne-illnesses/reactive-arthritis/about-reactive-arthritis.md): Formerly known as Reiter syndrome, reactive arthritis (ReA) is joint inflammation that occurs after a bacterial infection originating outside the joints (i.e.,... - [How is Reactive Arthritis Diagnosed?](https://marlerclark.com/foodborne-illnesses/reactive-arthritis/reiters-syndrome-symptoms-risks-1.md): The American College of Rheumatology published diagnostic guidelines for ReA in 1999, citing three major criteria: Characteristic findings on physical exam of... - [Can Reactive Arthritis be Prevented?](https://marlerclark.com/foodborne-illnesses/reactive-arthritis/reiters-syndrome-prevention.md): No measure can be sure to prevent reactive arthritis after foodborne illness. Because reactive arthritis is the result of a prior infection, no one specific... - [What is the Prognosis for People Who Have Reactive Arthritis?](https://marlerclark.com/foodborne-illnesses/reactive-arthritis/reiters-syndrome-prognosis.md): Typically, symptoms last for 3-5 months, and most resolve by a year. However, 15-20% may involve a more chronic persistent arthritis, with joint damage and... - [Treatment for Reactive Arthritis](https://marlerclark.com/foodborne-illnesses/reactive-arthritis/reiters-syndrome-treatment.md): The main goal of therapy is relief of the symptoms of arthritis as the disease is often self-limited, and it is rare to have significant joint injury. ## Staff - [Simon Kent](https://marlerclark.com/staff/simon-kent.md): skent@marlerclark.com - [Sydney Marler](https://marlerclark.com/staff/sydney-marler.md): smarler@marlerclark.com - [Karey Manor](https://marlerclark.com/staff/karey-manor.md): kmanor@marlerclark.com - [Patrick Leary](https://marlerclark.com/staff/patrick-leary.md): pleary@marlerclark.com - [Julie Gallichotte](https://marlerclark.com/staff/julie-gallichotte.md): jgallichotte@marlerclark.com - [Chris Campbell](https://marlerclark.com/staff/chris-campbell-rn.md): ccampbell@marlerclark.com - [Peggy Paulson](https://marlerclark.com/staff/kelli-esmond.md): Office Administrator - [Debbie Stanley](https://marlerclark.com/staff/debbie-stanley.md): dstanley@marlerclark.com - [Julie Dueck](https://marlerclark.com/staff/julie-marler.md): jdueck@marlerclark.com - [Michelle Cleary](https://marlerclark.com/staff/katrina-deardorff.md): mcleary@marlerclark.com - [Leslie Dale](https://marlerclark.com/staff/leslie-dale.md): ldale@marlerclark.com