Product Liability

Product liability claims arise when consumers are harmed by defective products. Understanding the types of defects that can lead to such claims is crucial for consumers seeking justice and companies aiming to ensure the safety of their products. Here, we delve into...

Fruit pouches are convenient snacks for babies three years and under. The fruit and vegetable purees are easy enough to consume by babies and allow even the pickiest of eaters to enjoy their greens. Parents would think these pouches only contain safe and healthy...

Seeing your child’s eyes light up after handing them a new and exciting toy is priceless. Naturally, you want them to enjoy your gift, not to suffer harm because of it. However, not all toys for kids are risk-free. As a parent, keeping an eye on potentially dangerous...

Personal mobility devices such as Segways and “hoverboards” were all the rage in 2015 and 2016. They may not be as popular as they once were years ago, but some people still swear by their personal mobility devices. All this, despite issues that plagued the...

Product liability claims often revolve around design or manufacturing defects, two critical concepts in this area of law. Design and manufacturing defects are the primary areas where a product may fail and cause harm. While they may sound similar, they are legally...

You consume innumerable products for your daily needs. But when these products consume your health and wellness instead, you may file a product liability lawsuit against all responsible parties, like the designer, manufacturer or distributor. For contaminated food,...

The chances are you use at least one electrical appliance daily, be it a coffee maker, water heater, blender, hair dryer, refrigerator, microwave or pressure cooker. When you purchased any of these products, you expected them to be safe. Of course, the manufacturer...

It seems like “Black Friday” sales started before Halloween was over. Online and brick-and-mortar retailers have begun offering “deep discounts” on a whole range of products. It’s only natural that parents feel compelled to start their holiday shopping early.  With...

Manufacturers and other players in the distribution chain are legally obligated to ensure the products they sell or release to consumers are reasonably safe. Therefore, if you suffer injuries while using a product, you may have a valid product liability claim. Flaws...

When you purchase a vehicle, you expect the safety equipment to work correctly. The last thing you’d ever imagine is an airbag deploying unexpectedly. Unfortunately, a faulty airbag could end up causing a motor vehicle collision in which you’re badly hurt. In that...