Product Liability Law

The Carpenter Law Firm maintains a full service product liability litigation practice that covers nearly any aspect of product liability law. If you are injured due to a faulty product, you may suffer physical pain and suffering, medical expenses, mental anguish, loss of earning capacity, disfigurement, and a variety of other damages. These claims can include breach of warranty, negligence, and violations of certain consumer laws.

Such faulty products may be the responsibility of manufacturers, retailers, or servicers. Each has a variety of protections afforded by the Civil Practices and Remedies Code. The defects in the products may be due to issues with manufacturing, marketing, or design. Each of these three types of defects present a series of different issues. Identifying and managing this process through quality investigation and appropriate follow up is vital. Navigating the applicable laws related to product defect requires an attorney experienced in product liability law.

Many products cases invoke the doctrine of strict liability. In strict liability claims, there does not need to be a finding of purpose or intent. Many times, a company will be responsible for the product regardless of their own guilt in the manufacture or design.

There are numerous examples of product liability cases that can be filed. These include:

Exposure to dangerous chemicals or toxins. This can include household cleaning products and those used for personal hygiene.
Exposure to asbestos.
Toys.
Firearms, and other inherently dangerous products that cause injury even when being used properly.
Medical devices.
Medication and drugs, which can often lead to serious injury, birth defects, and even death.
Machinery and tools.
Airbags, tires, seatbelts, and other vehicle related items.
Machinery and tools whose use results in serious injury or death because of a product defect or insufficient instruction regarding risk or use.
Medical device and drug liability for injuries, deaths, or birth defects caused by their use.
Vehicle manufacturers whose design or manufacturing process yielded unsafe automobiles.

The Carpenter Law Firm has an experienced team that has years of experience in dealing with product defect cases, and can assist you in recovering what you deserve. The Carpenter Law Firm will help resolve various types of conflicts through negotiation, mediation, and trial.