Injured by a dangerous product?
Austin Product Liability Attorney
Defective products, ranging from faulty child seats to malfunctioning water heaters, cause more than 25 million injuries and close to 22,000 deaths in the United States each year, according to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). If you have been the victim of a defective product, contact an Austin personal injury lawyer for legal assistance following an injury accident. Zinda & Davis PLLC is an established
personal injury law firm with the experience and resources to litigate product injury cases. Products liability is an area of personal injury law that focuses on dangerous and defective products. Our firm represents plaintiffs in Texas in matters against corporations or manufacturers who have sold or manufactured unsafe products to consumers. We can help you in cases of injury from
Accutane, a
DePuy hip implant,
Zimmer Durom Hip Cups or other dangerous drug or product.
Product Liability Claims in Austin
“Products” are defined very broadly under the law and includes machinery and tools, medical devices; food and tobacco; toxic chemicals and substances. Products such as pesticides, asbestos, and mold; firearms; autos and other motor vehicles; including trucks and motorcycles; automobile accessories such as tires, seat belts, airbags, and child car seats; household products and appliances; toys and recreational equipment; and clothing and apparel are also within the definition. The following are three ways in which products can be the center of a products liability lawsuit:
- Design defect
- Manufacturing defect
- Marketing defect
If you had an incident with a product that caused an injury or are the survivor of someone who may have died from the use or exposure to a dangerous or defective product, it is important that you know your rights under the law.
Victims injured by a dangerous or defective product may be entitled to compensation for injuries. Compensation may include compensatory damages for past and future medical expenses, lost income, and pain and suffering. Product injury victims may be entitled to punitive damages in certain cases. It is important to hire experienced attorneys who will make your personal needs the focus of your case and you should expect to deal with the attorney directly, regardless of the size of the case. Our experienced attorneys will discuss your situation and go over the options available. We work with the insurance companies and other parties involved ensuring the proper handling of your injury case. For effective legal representation, make an appointment today for a consultation with a reliable product injuries attorney.
Contact an Austin product injuries attorney for competent legal representation for product injuries from the use of dangerous or defective products. |