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Product-related injuries are not rare and, according to data from the National Safety Council, more than 15 million Americans received emergency care for injuries in 2024. Product liability laws allow people harmed by defective goods to sue the parties responsible,…
When safety issues are identified with a retail product, most consumers would expect its sale to cease promptly. In many cases, though, defective products continue to be sold even after the risks become known. Dangerous products can stay on the…
When companies produce and sell products to the public, they have an obligation to make sure these products are safe for consumers to use. And when a product is defective, consumers who have experienced injuries or other damages as a…
A seat belt failure during an auto accident can lead to serious harm or even ejection from the vehicle, complicating liability and your recovery. The driver who caused the accident may be accountable for their part, and the vehicle manufacturer…
When unsafe products harm consumers, those injured may have a right to file a product liability lawsuit—often with the help of an attorney—to recover any damages caused. A product liability lawsuit alleging a certain item is defective can involve a…
This post uses a faulty child’s toy as an example of a potential defective product, but our law firm handles many types of defective products claims, including, but not limited to, medical devices, power tools, chemicals, and vehicle parts. If…
Product defects harm many Americans annually, and surged in 2024 with 869 reported incidents and 25 deaths1. This trend is likely to continue, as Q1 of 2025 has shown a 25% increase in the number of product recall events2. Any…
You don’t expect everyday items in your home to severely harm you or a loved one, but lawsuits for defective products may be more common than you think. Even mindful consumers can be at risk if an item is incorrectly…
A medical device malfunction that results in physical injury, revision surgery, or financial strain requires reporting and possibly litigation. The term ‘medical device’ can apply to equipment, like a heart rate monitor, as well as a personal device, like a…
Parents can file lawsuits when dangerous toys harm their children, potentially holding the designers, manufacturers, marketers, or retailers accountable for their roles. Some products designed to entertain kids are faulty, and end users often don’t discover the defect until after…