Treasure Coast Woman Hospitalized and Intubated on a Ventilator After Being Served Peanuts at Local Restaurant

Contact: Mary Victoria Falzarano
maryvictoria@constellationgroup.me
561-578-0697

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: July 30, 2024 – What began as a joyous celebration quickly turned into a medical emergency for Jennifer Donaldson, a Treasure Coast resident, who was hospitalized after being served peanuts at a local restaurant despite informing the staff of her allergy.

Jennifer Donaldson was celebrating her 45th birthday with friends at Kyle G’s Prime Seafood & Steaks when she was served a shrimp appetizer that contained nuts. Despite notifying the server about her allergy and the allergen not being mentioned on the menu, the dish was served with nuts, leading to a severe allergic reaction.

Ms. Donaldson was transported to Cleveland Clinic Tradition Hospital, where she was intubated and placed on a ventilator for four days due to the severity of her condition. She remains under close medical supervision as she recovers from this life-threatening incident.

Attempts to reach the owner of Kyle G’s for have gone unanswered. However, the restaurant has since updated its menu to clearly indicate the presence of nuts in their dishes, aiming to prevent such dangerous oversights in the future. A complaint has been filed, and Attorney Ed Ricci of Searcy Denney Scarola Barnhart & Shipley is representing Ms. Donaldson in this matter.

The incident highlights the critical importance of clear communication and transparency in food service to ensure the safety of patrons with food allergies. This has been an extremely difficult time for Ms. Donaldson, and the community is reminded of the ongoing need for vigilance when it comes to food allergies.