A "defective product" is a product that
causes some injury or damage to person as a result of a defect in the product
or its labeling or the way the product was used. The manufacturer, and others
involved in the chain of commerce involving the products that caused the
injury, are often liable for injuries defective products cause. So says
FreeAdvice.com. Also, there are three basic legal theories that are applicable
to all jurisdictions regardless of the state which are an important foundation
of a successful product liability case. Manufacturing
defect is all about flaws in the manufacturing process. Design defect on the other hand is due
to poor design though there may not be a defect in the product itself. Lastly
is the failure to warn or inadequate
warning which could potentially pose a threat to the consumer.
The responsibility ultimately falls on the
manufacturer or seller of the defective goods that have caused injuries on the
end user. The liability extends to all the members of the “chain of commerce”
which include the distributors and retailers even though they themselves did
not cause the defect. In the case of a defective component, the maker of said
component may be held liable as well as the manufacturer of the larger product.
The
dispenses below advice to all consumers:
“Unsafe products can greatly injure consumers, resulting in
physical and financial losses. Since unsafe products can occur with any type of
consumer purchase, the unsafe product may have resulted in property damage as
well. A products liability lawyer will determine who is liable for the unsafe
products and then evaluate what losses have been incurred because of the unsafe
products.
If an injury or damage has been sustained and you suspect it
was due to unsafe products, it is advised to seek legal consultation. There is
statute of limitations for unsafe products that may disqualify an individual
otherwise able to collect compensation for the unsafe products. In addition,
following unsafe products injuries or damages an individual is able to recall
crucial facts and any evidence displaying unsafe products were responsible for
the injuries or damages have a better chance of being destroyed over time.”
