A California physician is suing a Thai restaurant, alleging a dish called "Dragon Balls" caused permanent damage. The lawsuit, filed this week, claims the doctor suffered severe burns after consuming the spicy meatballs, which contained bird's eye chilies.
The doctor states the intense heat from the chilies caused immediate and lasting pain. She claims the resulting injury will have a permanent impact on her health and well-being.
The restaurant has not yet released a statement regarding the lawsuit. The case raises questions about restaurant responsibility in warning customers about the potential dangers of extremely spicy foods and the severity of ingredients like bird's eye chilies. Legal experts suggest the outcome will depend on factors such as whether the restaurant provided adequate warnings and whether the doctor inquired about the dish's spice level.
Doctor Sues Restaurant, Claims Spicy Dish Caused Permanent Damage
A California doctor is suing a Thai restaurant, alleging that a spicy meatball dish caused lasting harm. The lawsuit claims the "Dragon Balls" dish, containing bird's eye chilies, resulted in severe burns. The doctor asserts the injury will have permanent effects on her health. The case highlights the potential risks of extremely spicy foods and restaurant liability.