As you browse the shopping aisles and online marketplaces this holiday season, it is critical to question whether the products you are bringing home are safe. Defective products can turn joyous celebrations into painful ordeals, impacting you and your loved ones. You may pursue compensation if you suffered harm due to a faulty product.
Protect your family from defective products
Product defects fall into three categories:
- Design defects: A product’s design is flawed, making it inherently dangerous. An example is a toy car with a sharp edge that can cause cuts.
- Manufacturing defects: A product is improperly manufactured, resulting in a defect. For instance, a batch of toys contaminated with lead paint.
- Warning defects: A product lacks adequate warnings or instructions, leading to misuse. For example, a hair dryer without proper warning labels about overheating.
California law recognizes the rights of consumers harmed by defective products. The state follows strict liability principles. This means the law can hold manufacturers and sellers accountable for defects, regardless of their intent.
In product liability cases, injured parties do not need to demonstrate negligence. Instead, they must establish that the product had a defect and that this defect resulted in their injury or harm.
Compensation in product liability cases may cover your medical treatment and recovery expenses, lost wages due to inability to work and other damages you may be eligible for. Factors such as the gravity of your injury and the context of your case will affect the precise amount you could recover.
Prompt action ensures your right to seek compensation
If you or your family have suffered an injury or fallen ill due to a defective product, it is crucial to act quickly. California law gives victims typically two years after the date of injury to pursue product liability claims. An experienced personal injury attorney can help you build a strong case and fight for the compensation you deserve.