Did a dangerous product harm you or a loved one? If so, you may have the right to pursue compensation for the injuries and losses that you have suffered. However, insurance companies and major corporations have already prioritized profits over safety, so you can expect that they will not willingly give you fair compensation, even if it is clear they are responsible for your harm.
An experienced personal injury lawyer from Dulin McQuinn Young can help level the playing field and demand the compensation that you deserve. Contact us today to learn more about how we can help.
The Three Types of Product Liability Claims
Product liability is a legal concept that holds manufacturers and others involved in the chain of commerce responsible when their products harm consumers. These legal claims are generally classified into the following categories:
Defective Design
When a design is defective, the product is inherently unsafe. Something was wrong with the way that a product was designed, such as an SUV that is more likely to roll over, or an appliance catches fire after it has been turned on for a certain amount of time. The entire product line is defective in these types of cases and often leads to dangerous accidents, including:
Manufacturing Defect
When a product is defectively manufactured, something has gone wrong during the production process. For example, the wrong bolt or screw may have been used, making it more likely that the product will come apart. This type of claim can also arise when substandard materials are used in the manufacturing or assembly of the product. In these cases, only a batch of units is affected until the mistake is discovered and corrected.
Failure to Warn
The last type of product liability claim involves the failure to warn or provide proper instructions to consumers. For example, a medicine may have a dangerous interaction with another medication, or a product may pose an electrocution risk if it comes in contact with water. If the manufacturer failed to disclose material risks of using the product, they could be responsible for harm endured due to the failure to warn.
Financial Compensation You Can Recover
Defective products can cause considerable damage to property and people. By filing a product liability claim, you can hold manufacturers responsible and seek compensation for your immediate and long-term losses:
- Medical costs and treatment
- Future medical expenses
- Lost wages
- Reduced earning capacity in the event of physical disability or incapacitation
- Property damage
- Pain and suffering
- Mental anguish
- Wrongful death damages
Our compassionate legal team evaluates all aspects of your claim to identify the full scope of your losses, including how the injury affects your activities of daily living, your ability to work, and your quality of life. We pursue compensation that fairly acknowledges these life-changing impacts.
Contact Us for Help Protecting Your Legal Rights
If you were injured due to a defective product, you have the legal right to be compensated for the harm that you have suffered. An experienced Colorado Springs product liability attorney from Dulin McQuinn Young can help you hold the responsible party accountable for the harm they have caused. Call us today for a free consultation.