- At all relevant times, Plaintiff Donna Garber regularly purchased and consumed Defendant’s carrots from Kroger’s in Harrisburg, Virginia, and Walmart in Luray, Virginia.
- On or about November 12, 2024, Plaintiff began experiencing symptoms of illness, including abdominal cramps and diarrhea, which quickly progressed to bloody diarrhea. Plaintiff also developed malaise and lack of appetite.
- When her symptoms persisted and worsened, Plaintiff sought medical attention on November 14, 2024, at the Page Memorial Hospital Emergency Room.
- At the Emergency Room, Plaintiff underwent blood tests and a CT scan. The CT scan revealed acute colitis, and Plaintiff was subsequently admitted to the hospital for treatment.
- During her hospitalization, Plaintiff provided a stool sample, which was later confirmed to be positive for Escherichia coli O121.
- Plaintiff remained at the hospital until November 17, 2024.
- Plaintiff continues to suffer from weakness, fatigue, loss of appetite, and persistent stomach cramping.
- As a direct result of being sickened by Defendant’s defective food product, Plaintiff has incurred, and will continue to incur, substantial medical bills and expenses associated with the treatment of her injuries; has suffered, and will continue to suffer, lost wages and wage-earning capacity; and has suffered, and will continue to suffer, significant pain, emotional anguish, and other damages.
https://www.marlerblog.com/files/2024/11/Garber-Carrots-Complaint-11.20.24.pdf
