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A defective product can be unsafe and put consumers at risk of serious injury or even death. As a consumer, you have the right to expect that a product you have purchased or have used is safe for its intended purpose. Companies and manufacturers of products have a duty to design and create products that are safe for consumer use. They also have an obligation to provide adequate disclaimers and warnings. When they fail to meet these obligations and you experience an injury as the result of a dangerous or defective product, it is important that you speak with a knowledgeable Topeka defective product lawyer. Call Joseph, Hollander & Craft’s Topeka product defect lawyers at (785) 234-3272 for your free consultation.

Defective Product Categories

There are essentially three main categories that explain the way that a product can be considered defective or dangerous: manufacturing defects, design defects, and warning defects. Any one or all of these defects can make a product hazardous and worthy of a product recall.

• Manufacturing Defect: In some instances, a product that is designed well is assembled in a poor or negligent manner. This results in a product that does not perform as it was intended and has the potential to cause serious harm to those who use the product. These products are considered to have a manufacturing defect.
• Design Defect: In contrast to a manufacturing defect, a design defect is found in the design of the product. Even when a product is safely manufactured using the most care, it would still be defective or hazardous as the result of a flaw in the design of the product itself.
• Failure to Warn: Sometimes there is a problem in the marketing phase of getting a product into the consumer’s hands. Cases involving a failure to warn defect tend to be a bit more difficult to define. Anytime a product is designed and released onto the market, the manufacturer of the product is responsible for adequately explaining its intended purpose and use to the consumer. This can include correct instructions and warnings. It is crucial that manufacturers advise consumers of the intended use of the product. Manufacturers who fail to include detailed instructions for their products may be guilty of failure to warn of the hazards of improper use.

You may not know exactly what kind of defect caused your injury, and that is OK. Sometimes it takes a lot of expert analysis to pinpoint the issue. Regardless of the exact type of defect, however, any product that does not operate as intended and causes consumers harm as a result needs to be addressed. Let the Topeka product defect lawyers at JHC help you pursue your product defect claim, ensure you recover the compensation you are due, and prevent companies from allowing dangerous products to continue causing injuries to other consumers.

What Can I Recover In My Product Liability Case?

In a product liability case, the injured victim has the ability to recover for a variety of damages caused by the accident involving the defective product. Injured consumers can seek damages for past and future losses from the at-fault party. Some of the most common categories of damages in a product liability case include:

• Medical expenses: This includes expenses for past and future medical treatment, doctor’s appointments, hospital stays, surgeries, physical therapy, and more.
• Lost income: This includes lost compensation resulting from the injury caused by the defective product, as well as loss of earning capacity due to disability caused by the defective product.
• Pain and suffering: This is compensation for non-economic damages relating to your injury and the experience that caused it, including mental anguish and emotional trauma.
• Property damage: Any loss or damage to your property experienced from the use of the product may be subject to recovery.
• Loss of consortium: If you lost your loved one because of a defective product, you may be eligible to file a wrongful death case that includes loss of consortium or loss of care and companionship.

Product liability injury and wrongful death claims can both also result in punitive damages awarded in certain cases. This category of damages is designed to punish negligent parties and to prevent such negligence from happening again. Hiring a Topeka product defect lawyer who is experienced with product liability matters will help you maximize your compensation. Call our Topeka product defect lawyers for your free consultation.

Contact Our Topeka Product Defect Lawyers to Act Now

If you have been injured as a result of a defective product, it is important that you get legal help. Product liability cases can be complex, but a skilled attorney can help you succeed in redressing your harm and preventing others from facing similar harm. Contact JHC’s Topeka defective product team today. Call our Topeka office at (785) 234-3272 or fill out our online form to speak about representation.

FAQs About Product Defects

What if I was injured by a product that was working as intended when I was using it?

Companies can be found responsible for injuries caused by their products even if the product was working as intended. Manufacturers have an obligation to warn consumers of any risks connected with the use of their products. If they fail to adequately warn consumers of potential hazards, they can be held accountable for resulting damages. Manufacturers are also required to provide clear instructions that explain how to safely use their products. A Topeka product defect lawyer at JHC can speak with you about your case and identify all possible parties that may be responsible for your injuries.

What are examples of products with defective design?

A design defect is the result of a flaw in the way a product is made, planned, and developed. Even if the product idea is good, the product can be unsafe to use if some factor is overlooked. Design defects can occur in any type of product. Some examples of products that can have a design defect include bouncy chairs for infants that are designed without a safety belt, sport utility vehicles that are top-heavy but have a narrow wheelbase, and heavy machinery designed without guardrails or safety features to protect the user’s hands.

What is the cost of a Topeka product defect lawyer?

JHC’s personal injury attorneys work on a contingency fee basis, which means you are not responsible for attorneys’ fees until we recover compensation for you. Any fee you pay will come directly out of any recovery we obtain on your behalf. If you have sustained injuries due to someone else’s fault, call and contact JHC’s defective product attorneys to discuss how we can help.