Helping Individuals Who Have Been Injured By A Defective Product Seek Compensation For Their Injuries
When people purchase a product at the store or order it online, they expect that when they open and use the product, it will work the way that it is supposed to work. However, this does not always happen, and when consumers suffer injuries that are caused by a defective product, they may be able to assert a legal claim against the manufacturer of the defective product for monetary damages.
Product manufacturers have a duty to ensure that their products are in a reasonably safe condition when they are released into the marketplace. If you or someone you love has suffered one or more injuries in an accident that was caused by a defective product, you may be eligible to assert a legal claim or file a lawsuit against the product manufacturer.
The experienced product liability lawyer at the Montee Law Firm understands the product liability laws in the State of Missouri and is ready to assist you with asserting your legal claim today. Please give us a call today at (816) 364-1650 or contact us online to learn more about how we can assist you with pursuing the compensation that you need for your injuries.
There are various types of product defects that can ultimately give rise to injuries that may lead to a defective product claim. Some common types of product defects that can give rise to a legal claim include the following:
Manufacturing product defects – A manufacturing defect exists when something goes wrong during the manufacturing process that causes the product to malfunction when it is purchased and used (in an intended manner) by the consumer. A defect in the manufacturing process, for example, might cause the product to explode when the consumer purchases and uses it, resulting in the consumer suffering an injury.
Design defects – A design defect exists when a product is not designed in the proper manner, and this defective design causes the consumer to suffer an injury. When determining whether or not a design defect exists, the costs of precautions may be balanced against the likelihood of injury associated with the product.
Warning defects – A warning defect exists when warnings associated with product use are absent from the product or are not located in an area where the consumer is reasonably expected to read and appreciate them. A warning defect may exist, for example, if the product contains small pieces, no warning is present, and a child puts a piece in his or her mouth and swallows it, resulting in a serious injury or death.
An experienced defective product lawyer can review the circumstances leading up to your injuries and determine if you are eligible to file a defective product claim in your case.
Common Injuries That Result From Defective Products
Specific injuries resulting from a defective product depend upon a variety of factors, including the size and shape of the product and the type of product that is allegedly defective. Common injuries that can result from product defects include the following:
If you have suffered any of these injuries as a result of a defective product, you should contact an experienced St Joseph Product Liability Lawyer as soon as possible.
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Available Damages In Defective Product Cases
If you have been injured as a result of a defective product, you may be able to assert a legal cause of action against the product manufacturer. Some types of damages which may be available to you in your case include the following:
Compensation for physical and mental pain and suffering
Recovery for loss of earning capacity
Compensation for permanent injuries and damages
Wrongful death damages (in cases where the product defect results in the consumer’s death)
Speak With A St Joseph Product Liability Lawyer Today
If you have been injured by a defective product, your first step should be to contact the knowledgeable St Joseph personal injury lawyers at the Montee Law Firm. To schedule a free case evaluation and legal consultation with a St Joseph Product Liability Lawyer, please call us at (816) 364-1650 or contact us online to learn more about how we can help you pursue the monetary recovery that you deserve.
James Montee
James Montee, founder and managing partner of the Montee Law Firm, has dedicated his career to representing accident victims across Missouri and Kansas. Since establishing the firm in 1996, he has recovered more than $300 million in verdicts and settlements, including numerous million-dollar cases. Recognized as Missouri’s Winningest Lawyer in 2013, James brings decades of experience and a strong commitment to maximizing results for his clients.
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