Hawaii Man Sues Burger King For Negligence
A Hawaii man has sued Burger King for negligence after allegedly finding needles in his burger. According to a lawsuit filed in U.S. District Court in Honolulu, Army Staff Sergeant Clark Bartholomew asserts we was injured by needles in the food he brought home from a Burger King located on Schofield Barracks, a large Army base located in central Oahu.
Bartholomew was then hospitalized and required six days of bed rest after another needle was found in lodged in his small intestine. According to his personal injury lawsuit, Bartholomew suffered “severe physical injury, including injuries to his stomach, rectum and tongue.” The man also suffered “anxiety, fear, loss of sleep, extreme distress and lost wages.” The suit further notes that this is not the first instance of injuries from needles and other foreign objects in Burger King’s hamburgers.
Personal injury claims can arise in a variety of instances and many people wonder, "Do I need a personal injury attorney?"
If you have been injured as a result of the negligence of another, it is important to seek the guidance of an experienced attorney. When someone has been harmed due to the carelessness or recklessness of another person or entity, they may seek compensation for any damages that might have been sustained in the accident. Circumstances that may lead to the filing of personal injury claims are nearly limitless and include construction accidents, car accidents, medical malpractice and wrongful death actions. Negligence may be either the result of careless actions a person, company or entity takes or in the actions that a reasonable person or entity fails to take. If you’ve been harmed due to the action or inaction of another, a knowledgeable personal injury attorney can answer your personal injury questions and provide crucial guidance regarding your next steps.
Here, Bartholomew’s lawsuit is based on the actions or the failure of Burger King to take the necessary actions to ensure its food was safe for consumption.
For more information or if you believe you have been harmed as the result of another’s carelessness or recklessness please contact the experienced Hawaii personal injury lawyers at Bostwick & Peterson, LLP for a confidential consultation.
