Month: November 2024

E. Coli Outbreak at Rockwood Summit High School

Posted on by David G. Hughes

The St. Louis County Department of Public Health is investigating an E. coli outbreak affecting parents, students, and guests of Rockwood Summit High School. The department said as of Monday, November 18, 2024, 94 cases have been identified. The Individuals tested positive for E. coli after attending four separate events hosted at or catered through Andre’s Banquets and Catering. More than half of the E. coli cases were associated with Rockwood Summit High School.  KSDK – E. Coli Outbreak at Rockwood Summit High School.

Officials are saying current details suggest salad may be the source of the illness. “The health and safety of our community are our highest priorities,” said Dr. Kanika Cunningham, Director of the Saint Louis County Department of Public Health. The Department of Public Health urges anyone experiencing symptoms of E. coli infection, which includes vomiting, fever, diarrhea, and severe stomach cramps, to seek medical attention immediately. At-risk groups of people can also experience a very severe complication called Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome (HUS) which can lead to kidney failure, permanent health problems, and even death.

Attorney David G. Hughes understands how to investigate and handle St. Louis E. coli cases and can help you with a legal claim for injury. Please call David for a free consultation at 314-241-4477.

St. Louis Uber and Lyft Accident Lawyers

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We are reviewing and accepting rideshare accident lawsuits, and/or injury-related claims in the State of Missouri. In Missouri, you have five years from an accident date to file a personal injury lawsuit. It is important to act quickly to ensure your case is filed within the time limit, and that valuable evidence is not lost in the mix. The benefits of ridesharing services often come with additional risks, and Uber and Lyft drivers are involved in accidents daily. We are experienced ridesharing accident lawyers.

If you have been involved in a wreck and/or a motor vehicle accident involving either Uber or Lyft drivers, we recommend that you immediately call 911, and ask for police and an ambulance, if necessary. You should then report your side of the story to the responding police officer as accurately and calmly as possible. We also recommend that you take pictures and/or videos of the damages caused by the accident, and collect any information that you can at the scene. If you are injured, you should either go to the emergency room, or contact your primary care physician.

Your damages can include economic damages for past and future medical expenses, lost wages due to missed work, and lost earning capacity due to long-term injuries. Injured parties also have the right to non-economic damages, which include pain and suffering, emotional distress, loss of consortium, and other losses that are difficult to quantify.

Uber and Lyft accidents are often caused by distracted driving, speeding, fatigued driving, and/or driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

If you, and/or a loved one, has been injured in a wreck or motor vehicle accident involving either Uber or Lyft, please contact David G. Hughes at Mogab & Hughes Attorneys, P.C. at 314-241-4477.