By Bond Robertson 
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American doctor Harjaslin and Ella claim that she suffered permanent burns to her esophagus and vocal cords.
The reason is said to be that she ate meatballs called “Dragon Balls” during a visit to a restaurant in California in 2021, according to what local newspapers reported. Silicon Valley.
A recent lawsuit says the damage was due to an employee adding too much chili pepper to the food.
She is seeking $35,000 in damages from the restaurant. This corresponds to about NOK 380,000 at today's exchange rate.
The funds will be used to cover medical expenses and lost income.
The local newspaper wrote that the restaurant denies any wrongdoing.
California: At this California restaurant, the doctor was served spicy meatballs. Photo: Nhat F. Mayer/Bay Area News Group
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He gave a clear message
Already after the first bite, Wayla must have felt intense pain in his mouth.
Willa claims that she tried to relieve the pain with a drink containing milk, but this was not available in the restaurant.
She was therefore forced to drink coconut water, the lawsuit says.
She claims this did not help.
Brigitte: American doctor Harjaslin and Ila are still suffering from illnesses after visiting the restaurant. Image: HeadacheAwayMD Brain and Spine Center
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Should be aware
Spicy meatballs made with Thai chili peppers. It is a powerful hot pepper with a temperature range between 100,000 and 225,000 degrees Chouvel.
For comparison, the price of a jalapeno ranges between 2,500 and 5,000.
The lawsuit said the doctor should have asked the waitress for a lighter version of the dish, because she “can't stand the spice.”
The waiter must have replied that the matter should be reported to the chef.
Afterwards, one of the restaurant managers said that the strength of the dish could not be changed, because the chili pepper was inside the meatballs.
Avisa wrote that the restaurant denies harming Walia. The restaurant owner must have applied for medical records related to the accident.
The restaurant claims that they have never experienced anything similar before, and that they don't usually use a lot of hot seasoning in Dragon Balls.
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Meet in court
Three years after visiting the restaurant, the doctor is said to still be suffering from illnesses as a result of visiting the restaurant.
The court set a jury trial date for August 25, 2025, and the trial is expected to last five to seven days.