Product Liability
Mesquite Product Liability Attorneys
Injured by a Defective Product in Mesquite, NV?
What is Product Liability?
Product liability refers to the legal responsibility of manufacturers, distributors, suppliers, retailers, and others who make products available to the public for injuries caused by those products. When a product is defective and causes harm, the injured party may be entitled to compensation for their injuries, medical expenses, lost wages, and other damages.
The following are three main types of product defects that can lead to liability:
- Design Defects: Flaws in a product’s design that make it inherently dangerous, even when manufactured correctly.
- Manufacturing Defects: Errors that occur during the production process, resulting in a product that differs from the intended design and poses a risk to consumers.
- Marketing Defects: Inadequate instructions, warnings, or labels that fail to inform consumers of potential risks associated with using the product.
Common Types of Defective Products
Defective products can be found in various industries and can cause severe injuries or even death. Some common types of defective products include:
- Auto Parts: Faulty brakes, airbags, seatbelts, tires, and other car components can lead to serious accidents and injuries.
- Medical Devices: Defective medical implants, surgical instruments, and diagnostic tools can cause significant harm to patients.
- Pharmaceutical Drugs: Contaminated or improperly labeled medications can result in adverse health effects or dangerous interactions.
- Household Products: Defective appliances, furniture, and electronics can cause fires, burns, and other injuries.
- Children’s Products: Faulty toys, cribs, car seats, and other children’s items can pose choking hazards, lead to suffocation, or cause other injuries.
Strict Liability in Nevada
In Nevada, product liability cases are often governed by the principle of strict liability. This means that a manufacturer or seller can be held liable for a defective product, regardless of whether they were negligent. To prevail in a strict liability case, the injured party must prove:
- The product was defective;
- The defect existed when the product left the defendant’s control;
- The defect caused the plaintiff’s injury.
Strict liability is intended to protect consumers by holding manufacturers and sellers accountable for ensuring their products are safe. However, these cases can be complex and require a thorough understanding of product liability law.
Why You Hire Our Firm?
Navigating a product liability claim can be challenging, especially when dealing with large corporations and their legal teams. An experienced Mesquite product liability lawyer from Bertoldo Carter Smith & Cullen can help you build a strong case by:
- Investigating the defective product and gathering evidence to prove liability.
- Identifying all responsible parties, including manufacturers, distributors, and retailers.
- Working with experts to demonstrate how the defect caused your injuries.
- Negotiating with insurance companies to secure a fair settlement.
- Representing you in court if a favorable settlement cannot be reached.
Our firm is committed to providing personalized and compassionate legal representation. We understand the physical, emotional, and financial toll that a defective product injury can take, and we are here to support you every step of the way.
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