OFT Food Safety & Injury Lawyers – Minneapolis, MN

Protecting Consumers from Farm to Fork

OFT Food Safety & Injury Lawyers is a specialized law firm based in Minneapolis with a national reputation for excellence in foodborne illness litigation. Founded in 2019, the firm was established by attorneys Ryan Osterholm, Brendan Flaherty, and Bart Torvik, who brought together decades of experience to create a powerhouse practice dedicated to food safety. While many personal injury firms handle a wide variety of cases, OFT distinguishes itself by its deep scientific understanding of pathogens like E. coli, Salmonella, and Listeria. They are not just lawyers; they are advocates for a safer food supply, holding restaurants, food processors, and manufacturers accountable when their negligence causes widespread illness.

The Science of Food Safety

Litigating a food poisoning case requires more than just legal knowledge; it requires epidemiological expertise. OFT Food Safety & Injury Lawyers works closely with leading epidemiologists and microbiologists to trace outbreaks back to their source. Their practice areas include:

• Foodborne Illness Outbreaks: Representing victims of large-scale outbreaks linked to contaminated produce, meat, and packaged foods.
• Hepatitis A and Cyclospora: Handling complex cases involving viral and parasitic infections transmitted through food.
• Legionnaires’ Disease: Advocating for individuals sickened by contaminated water systems in hotels, hospitals, and public buildings.

Serious Injury Litigation

In addition to their niche in food safety, the firm maintains a robust Personal Injury practice. They apply the same rigorous investigative standards to cases involving:

• Truck Accidents: Investigating logbooks and maintenance records to hold trucking companies liable for catastrophic crashes.
• Daycare Injuries: Fighting for children who have been harmed due to abuse or neglect in childcare settings.
• Bicycle Accidents: Representing cyclists injured by negligent drivers on Minneapolis’s busy streets.

Results-Driven Representation

The attorneys at OFT have recovered millions of dollars for their clients, often in high-stakes cases against multinational corporations. Their approach is rooted in compassion and transparency. They understand that a serious illness or injury can derail a life, and they strive to make the legal process as stress-free as possible. The firm operates on a contingency fee basis, ensuring that access to justice is not limited by a client’s ability to pay.

Located in LaSalle Plaza

From their headquarters in the prestigious LaSalle Plaza in downtown Minneapolis, OFT serves clients not only in Minnesota but across the entire United States. Their central location allows them to effectively manage cases nationwide while remaining deeply connected to the local legal community.

If you have been sickened by contaminated food or injured in a serious accident, you need a team that understands the science behind your suffering. Contact OFT Food Safety & Injury Lawyers today for a free, no-risk consultation.