Get The Help You Need After An Injury Caused By A Defective Product

Products are designed and manufactured to be safe when used in a typical way, but if you’re seriously injured by one of these defects then it’s possible for your losses recoverable under law.

Our team at Big Easy Injury Attorney in New Orleans, Louisiana have represented many people who have been seriously injured by defective products and will put their experience to work for you.

What Is Product Liability?

Product liability is the legal responsibility of manufacturers, distributors, and retailers to compensate individuals who are injured by defective products.

When a product is sold, the seller owes a duty of care to the consumer to ensure that it is safe for its intended use. If the product is not safe and causes injury, the seller can be held liable under product liability law.

There are three types of product defects that can give rise to liability:

Design Defects

A product is defective in design if the product is not safe for its intended use, even when used as intended.

Manufacturing Defects

A product is defective in manufacturing if it is not made according to the product’s specifications. Even if a product is well-designed, it can still be dangerous if it is not manufactured properly.

Marketing Defects

A product can also be defective in marketing if it lacks proper warnings or instructions.

How Does Product Liability Law Apply To My Case?

Product liability law is designed to protect consumers who are injured by defective products.

If you have been injured by a defective product, you may be able to recover damages for your injuries by filing a product liability claim.

• The first step in filing a product liability claim is to determine whether the product is defective.
• The next step is to determine who is liable for the defect. In most cases, liability will fall on the manufacturer, distributor, or retailer of the product.
• Finally, the last step in filing a product liability claim is to prove that the defect caused your injuries. This can be done by showing that you were using the product as intended when you were injured, or by showing that the product was not reasonably safe for its intended use.

What Damages Can Help Me Recover in a Product Liability Lawsuit?

A product liability lawsuit is a legal action against a manufacturer or seller of a defective product that caused the personal injury.

When a product liability lawsuit is successful, the plaintiff may be eligible for damages covering:

• Past and future medical expenses
• Lost wages and earning capacity
• Pain and suffering
• Mental anguish
• Disfigurement
• Permanent disability
• Loss of enjoyment of life

There are some general categories of damages that are often available in product liability cases:

Compensatory

Damages are the most common type of damages awarded in product liability cases. These damages are intended to compensate the victim for their actual losses, such as medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering.

Punitive

Damages are intended to punish the defendant and deter future misconduct and are typically only awarded in cases of gross negligence or intentional wrongdoing.

Contact A Product Liability Attorney

The product liability attorneys at Big Easy Injury Attorney have extensive experience handling product liability claims in New Orleans and throughout Louisiana.

We understand the challenges you are facing and will work tirelessly to help you with the compensation you are entitled to.

We Handle the Following Case Types at Big Easy Injury Attorney:

• Work Injury
• Personal Injury
• Car Accident
• Truck Accident
• Wrongful Death

Contact us today to schedule a free consultation with a product liability attorney in New Orleans. We will review your case and explain your legal options.

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