Defective Products & Product Liability

Product liability law holds manufacturers, distributors, and retailers responsible when their products cause harm to consumers. If you have been injured by a dangerous or defective product, you may be entitled to compensation for your medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and other damages. 

The experienced personal injury attorneys at The Porter Law Group can help you navigate this complex area of law and fight for the compensation you deserve.

Contact a New York Product Liability Attorney

Defective products can cause serious injuries, especially when used by children or the elderly. If you or a loved one have been harmed by a faulty product, you need skilled legal representation to stand up to large corporations and their insurance companies. 

The personal injury lawyers at The Porter Law Group will thoroughly investigate the circumstances of your injury, gather evidence, consult with experts, and build a strong case to hold the responsible parties accountable. Call us at 833-PORTER9 or email info@porterlawteam.com to schedule a free consultation and case evaluation. 

What is a Product Liability Lawsuit?

A product liability suit is a type of personal injury claim that a consumer can bring against the manufacturer, or in some cases, the retailers and distributors, if a product causes injury and damages due to:

• Manufacturing defects
• Design defects
• Marketing defects or failure to warn 
• Breach of warranty 

What are Defective Products?

A product can be considered defective if it has a design flaw, manufacturing defect, or inadequate safety warnings that make it unreasonably dangerous for consumers to use. Some common examples of defective products that often lead to lawsuits include:

• Cars with faulty brakes, airbags, seatbelts, tires, etc. 
• Appliances that pose fire/electrocution hazards
• Industrial equipment and machinery lacking proper safeguards
• Improperly designed or manufactured medical devices like breast implants or surgical robots
• Pharmaceutical drugs with dangerous side effects
• Children's toys containing small parts, lead paint, or other hazards
• Tools and machinery with defective power cords, safety switches, etc.

Some of the most prominent cases of product liability from defective products include:

• The 2002 Philip Morris tobacco case for failure to warn of the risks of smoking. The company was originally ordered to pay $28 billion, but it was reduced to $28 million 9 years later. 
• The 1998 Dow-Corning silicone breast implant case, which harmed over 170,000 women. The company agreed to settle for $3.2 billion. 
• The 2008 General Motors product liability suit for Dex-coolant which damaged engines and caused leaks, amounting to $150 million dollars.  

When companies put profits over public safety and release dangerous products into the marketplace, they need to be held accountable for the harm they cause. Our attorneys have the knowledge and resources to prevail against even the largest corporations in product liability claims.

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Injuries and Damages from Defective Products

Defective products can lead to catastrophic injuries, permanent disabilities, and wrongful death. Some of the most serious injuries our lawyers see in these cases include:

• Severe burns from defective appliances, batteries, or industrial equipment 
• Traumatic brain injuries from malfunctioning safety gear
• Spinal cord damage and paralysis from dangerous auto defects
• Organ damage and cancer from toxic drugs and medical devices
• Choking and suffocation from children's products
• Amputations from defective power tools and machinery

If you've suffered these or any other severe injuries because of a faulty product, you may be entitled to financial compensation not only for medical treatment but also for the following damages:

• Pain and suffering
• Loss of income
• Loss of ability to work 
• Permanent disability 
• Decreased quality of life 
• Trauma
• Wrongful death

You shouldn't have to bear those burdens alone when a company's faulty products are to blame. Our New York product liability attorneys will aggressively advocate for full and fair compensation for all of your damages.

Strict Liability for Defective Products in New York 

Under the doctrine of strict liability in product liability cases, manufacturers can be held legally responsible for injuries caused by their products, even if they did not act with fault or negligence. Unlike negligence claims, which require proving that the manufacturer failed to exercise reasonable care, strict liability focuses on the condition of the product itself.

To prevail in a strict product liability claim, the following has to be established: 

• The plaintiff must demonstrate that the product had a defect; 
• That the defect caused the plaintiff's injury; and,
• That it made the product unreasonably dangerous. 

The defect can arise from issues with the product's design, manufacturing process, or inadequate warnings. Importantly, not only buyers of the product but also bystanders and others who do not have a direct relationship with the product can bring strict liability claims if they are injured.

The rationale behind imposing strict liability is that manufacturers are in the best position to ensure the safety of their products and should bear the costs of injuries caused by defective products. This theory of liability is now recognized in most states for defectively manufactured products. By eliminating the need to prove negligence, strict liability makes it easier for injured plaintiffs to recover damages and incentivizes manufacturers to prioritize product safety.

But that’s not all there is to it. 

You cannot simply show that you’ve been injured to receive compensation. There are still numerous requirements, regulations, and legal details that need to be taken into consideration, especially since product liability cases put you against large corporations with deep pockets. 

These companies may try to scare you or offer you a settlement for as low as possible to drop your claims. Do not let yourself be shortchanged. You need a team of personal injury lawyers who will not be intimidated and fight for your rights to receive the appropriate compensation. 

The skilled personal injury lawyers at The Porter Law Group have recovered millions of dollars* for personal injury victims throughout New York. Our attorneys have decades of experience in negotiating and litigating to ensure that victims do not walk away empty-handed and have enough resources to recover and move on with their lives. 

Speak with a New York Product Liability Lawyer Today

Don't wait to get legal help if you or a family member has been hurt by a dangerous product - New York's statute of limitations puts a deadline on your claim. Contact The Porter Law Group today for a free consultation. Call 833-PORTER9 or email info@porterlawteam.com and we can help you get started on the road to recovery. Consumers deserve justice, and we're here to help them obtain it.

*Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome