When consumers buy tools, car parts, or any other products from a manufacturer or retailer, they expect them to work safely. However, errors during the design, production, or marketing phase can result in inherently dangerous items. Sadly, many people sustain serious injuries and other losses each year because of defective products. You could be eligible for compensation if you suffered harm while using an item you purchased at no fault of your own. Call our seasoned Owasso product liability lawyer to review your case and options. Our personal injury attorneys are here to guide you through every step of the legal process with the Southern hospitality we are known for.
These cases fall within product liability law, which holds manufacturers and other related parties financially accountable for injuries caused by unsafe products. Examples of some of the common defective product cases include:
Most types of consumer products and goods can pose risks and can lead to serious injuries or illness. This is only a partial list, and our Owasso product liability attorney could review your case to determine eligibility and answer your questions during a free consultation.
Product liability claims fall into three categories, depending on where in the production process the flaw occurred. Design defects are those that cause the product to be inherently dangerous due to its original design or blueprint. The issue exists even if manufactured as required, and requires the producer to recall the entire line of products.
Manufacturing flaws occur when an item deviates from its intended design during production and affect only that specific batch or unit. Meaning the design is safe, but something went wrong during assembly. The last group is failure to warn, and results from the seller failing to warn consumers of the foreseeable risks during the marketing process. These cases can also occur due to a lack of instructions for the safe use of the product.
Winning monetary damages in a defective product case requires showing that the necessary elements exist by a preponderance of the evidence. The elements include proof that the product you purchased was defective, the defect caused your injuries, you were using it properly, and you sustained actual and verifiable damages. Causation can be the most difficult to establish and requires demonstrating that the defect caused your injuries. Evidence of damages may include medical records or hospital bills. The suit must also show that the flaw existed when it left the manufacturer’s or retailer’s control, and that the named defendant could be either party.
Under Oklahoma Statutes § 12-95, you must prepare and file your case within two years of the accident and injuries in most cases. Missing the deadline would mean losing your right to hold the company accountable and obtain a settlement. Our knowledgeable product liability lawyer in Owasso could answer your questions about the different types of cases and statutes during your appointment.
You have every right to expect them to pay for your damages if a flawed product caused you harm. The cases are complex, requiring you to show the type of defect and prove that each element exists.
Our proficient Owasso product liability lawyer is seasoned in these cases and could guide you through each step of the process. Call us soon to schedule an appointment and get started.
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