PRODUCT DEFECTS LAWYER

Each day we purchase products, in assumption they will not only fulfill their intended purpose, but also be safe to use or operate. Thousands of consumers are seriously injured by defective or dangerous products each year. The seller or manufacturer of the defective or dangerous product may be liable for placing such products in the hands of the consumer. Parties who may be liable for damages endured due to hazardous products include:

• The product’s manufacturer
  
  
• Those responsible for manufacturing component parts
  
  
• Wholesalers
  
  
• Retail stores who physically sold the product to the consumer

Law requires that all products must meet the ordinary expectations of the consumer. When an unexpected defect or hazard is found as a characteristic of that product, it no longer meets the ordinary expectations of the consumer.

Typical Types of Product Defects:

• Design defects refer to flaws in the
  original design of the product in question. This defect is a part of the product from
  its inception.
  
  
• Manufacturing defects occur when the product’s creation does not conform to the original plans outlined by the designers. These cases are the easiest cases to prove, since marketing standards or the designer’s plans are used to compare
  and contrast.
  
  
• Marketing defects refer to any problems with labeling, instructions that are inefficient, or lack of warnings to warn consumers of potential hazards associated with the product. Intentional misrepresentations or negligent labeling and marketing will give rise to a liability claim.

If you or a loved one has been seriously injured by a defective or dangerous product in San Diego, you may be able to recover damages or bring an action for product liability under (a) strict product liability, (b) negligence, or (c) breach of contract or warranty. A victim may pursue a claim under the strict product liability theory to recover damages without showing that the manufacturer or seller of the defective or hazardous product was negligent or responsible. Product liability refers to who is responsible for placing the defective or harmful product on the market.

Product liability cases in San Diego are complex and confusing, which is why it is encouraged to seek the aid of an experienced and aggressive product liability attorney as soon as possible. Your legal counsel must establish liability and fault for your serious injuries, utilizing the assistance and testimony of experts in the field. There are many theories under which a victim may proceed with a claim, and additionally, many defenses that a product designer or manufacturer may take to refute such statements. It is integral to consult an experienced product liability attorney as soon as possible if you or a loved one have suffered on account of another’s negligence.