Louisville Products Liability Attorneys
When manufacturers put defective products on the market, they can be held strictly liable for injuries which result. Sadly, product makers sometimes allow product defects to get through, because it is cheaper for them to settle injury cases as they arise rather than fix the problem in their design or manufacturing process. When the stakes are high, they may vehemently deny any problems with their product and vigorously defend the matter in court, using their vast financial resources to draw out the litigation and bully the injured plaintiff. At Ewing & Willis, we stand up to the corporate bullies and hold them accountable for their misdeeds. Our attorneys are never afraid of a fight, and we work hard to force corporations to act responsibly and ensure that our clients are fully compensated for any harm done to them.
Product defects generally fall into one of three categories: design defects, manufacturing defects, and failure to warn. If a product is defective for any of these reasons, the manufacturer may be strictly liable for allowing the product to get in the hands of a consumer. Strict liability means it may not be necessary to prove that the manufacturer was negligent, but only that the product was defective and that defect caused an injury.
Design Defects
When there is a problem with the design, every unit made may potentially malfunction or fail at a critical moment, causing serious personal injury or wrongful death. Automobiles with design defects may roll over or explode in what would otherwise be a minor automobile accident. Power tools and machinery designed without safety guards or automatic shut-offs can lead to tragic workplace accidents.
Manufacturing Defects
A break in the assembly line, an untrained worker, or the use of substandard parts, can lead to manufacturing defects appearing in only one or in countless units of an assembled or manufactured product. Our lawyers represent people injured due to tire blowouts or brake failures, or faulty products that cause fires, electrocution or other serious or deadly injuries.
Failure to Warn
Products that are inherently dangerous or potentially hazardous must contain clear, understandable warnings and directions for their safe use. If goggles or gloves should be worn, if the product should only be used in a well-ventilated area, or if the product cannot be used safely in combination with other products, all of these details should be clearly spelled out on the product packaging or inserts. A product that is unsafe because of a failure to warn may be considered defective for the purposes of products liability law.
Seek Compensation for Yourself and Justice for Everyone
Lawsuits that bring defective products to light and force the manufacturer to pay for the injuries caused are sometimes the only way to bring about corporate change and make the manufacturer recall the product or fix the problem. Private lawsuits may even lead to government action, as consumer watchdog agencies demand a recall or impose civil or criminal penalties. You can play a role in enhancing product safety for everyone while also making sure you are compensated for your medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and other legal harm done to you. If you have been injured by a defective product, contact Ewing & Willis for a free consultation with experienced Louisville products liability attorneys.
