Manufacturing defects: The Road To a Successful Product Liability Case
The Different Types of Product Defects There are three types of product defects: Design defects Marketing defects Manufacturing defects Manufacturing and design defects are the most common types of product liability cases. Design defects are problems with the entire line of products due to the company’s design flaw. Manufacturing defects are unintentional, often quality-related, and […]
Design Defect Laws
What are design defects? Design defects are defects in a product due to its flawed design, making it dangerous to use. At times, these defects are dangerous enough to cause damage, either physically or financially. Design defects are different from the other types of product defects, such as a manufacturing defect, which only occurs in […]
Breach of Warranty: The Ins and Outs
What is a Breach of Warranty? Breach of warranty is claimed when the product doesn’t live up to its intended use. A warranty is a legal guarantee which claims that the product is fit to use for the intended purpose, and if anything goes wrong, it’s on the manufacturer to rectify the issue. Warranties only […]
Suing For a Defective Product If You’re Not Injured
When To Sue For a Defective Product When someone buys a product, and it turns out to be defective, they may consider looking into their legal options. However, as a rule of thumb, you can’t sue the manufacturer for the defect unless it caused an injury or loss to the owner or user, regardless of […]
What To Do If You Have a Medical Malpractice Case
Are you a victim of medical malpractice? Most would agree that disease, diagnosis, and treatment are complicated things and better left to the experts. However, statistics and human experiences point towards a rather disturbing trend – the experts can make questionable decisions (or fail to make the obvious ones), leading to disastrous consequences for the […]
What A Personal Injury Lawyer Does and When To Hire One
When You Should Hire a Personal Injury Lawyer No one plans to be in an accident, but when it happens injuries and responsibilities pile up quickly. Your wounds may not fully heal before you start receiving hospital bills, requests from insurance companies, and even police reports. This leaves you completely overwhelmed and stressed. This is […]
How Insurance Companies Evaluate Personal Injury Claims
Insurance and Personal Injury Claims After being injured in an accident, you’re entitled to receive compensation for loss or damage due to the accident. However, the amount of compensation you receive depends on several factors. The insurance company for the responsible party will often try to offer you as little as possible to settle your […]
5 Things To Be Prepared for During Your First Meeting with A Personal Injury Lawyer
Your First Meeting With a Lawyer When you are looking to hire a personal injury attorney, you need to be prepared for that first meeting. The first meeting is usually free, so take advantage of this time to ensure you’re comfortable with this person representing you. Here are 5 things you should be prepared for […]