Product Liability information Center

Frequently Asked Product Liability Questions

Q: What if the accident was caused by someone else but the product failed to work properly causing serious injury?

A:Although the cause of an accident may be the result of someone else's negligence, if a product fails to work properly or is inadequately safe then you may have a case against the manufacturer of that product. An experienced lawyer will be able to tell you whether you have a product liability claim.

Q: I was injured using a defective product owned by my friend. Do I have a case if I am injured by that defective product even though I didn't own it?

A:Yes. If you are injured by a defective product, even though you didn't own the product, you still may have a claim against the manufacturer of the item.

Q: What are some of the most frequently found defective products?

A: Auto defects, including seat belt failures, seat back failures, roofing failures, defective toys, defective power tools are amongst some of the most frequently found defective products.

Dangerous products and defective products kill thousands of people each year. Vehicle rollover accidents kill 10,000 people each year while injuring over 16,000.

Dangerous Product and Defective Product Liability

A defective product case refers to the liability of a manufacturer or supplier of a defective product which causes injury to someone.

Theories of Liability for Dangerous Products

A plaintiff in a product liability case may use the following theories to show liability or fault of the manufacturer or supplier:

Intent
Negligence
Strict Liability
Implied Warranty of Merchantability
Express Warranty & Misrepresentation

Defective Product Information

In order to find liability in a product liability or dangerous product lawsuit, a plaintiff must show that there was a defect in the product that caused the injury and that the defect existed in the product when it left the defendants control.

A supplier or manufacturer of a dangerous product may be liable to anyone who is injured by that unsafe product.

Product liability cases are generally complex and involve heavy litigation. If you or a loved one has been injured by a dangerous product, it is important to speak with a law firm about your legal rights and the potential value of your case.

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