Tampa Product Liability Lawyer
When you use a product according to its intended functionality and purpose, you inherently expect a level of safety and security. Should an injury occur during proper usage, you may be entitled to compensation, particularly if the product in question exhibited defects, posed an unreasonably hazardous risk, or lacked adequate warnings or instructions that could have prevented misuse or injury. In such instances, the responsibility for ensuring product safety falls upon manufacturers, distributors and retailers alike, emphasizing the importance of comprehensive quality control measures, thorough risk assessments and transparent communication of potential hazards to consumers. Thus, the pursuit of compensation for injuries sustained due to product-related incidents serves not only as a means of addressing individual harm but also as a mechanism for upholding consumer rights and fostering accountability within the marketplace.
Under âstrict liability,â injured parties can file a lawsuit without the need to prove negligence or fault if an injury was caused by a dangerous product. In this way, itâs easier for injured consumers to sue either the product manufacturer or the store where the product was purchased. Both state and federal laws apply to product liability cases, so it can be confusing to know the best place to file a lawsuit. This is especially true if a manufacturer operates in many states.
Types of Product Liability Claims
Due to a statute of limitations, you must file a product liability claim within four years. The complex processes involved in product liability cases usually require legal assistance. If you or a loved one were injured due to a defective product or a drug, contact our Tampa product liability attorneys today for a free case consultation. The product liability lawyers at Ligori & Ligori Attorneys at Law will study the circumstances surrounding your product injury and advise you on the best strategy to collect restitution for your injuries. Some of the types of product liability cases we handle include:
- Amputations or Lost Limbs
- Brain Injuries or Nervous System Damage
- Fisher-Price Rock ‘n Play Sleeper Lawsuit
- Design Defects
- Harbor Freight Jack Stands
- Helmet Defects (motorcycle and bicycle helmets)
- Manufacturing Defects
- Power/Pressure Cooker Explosion Burn Cases
- Pulmonary, Cardiac or Other Organ-System Failures
- Roundup Cancer Lawsuits
- Warning Defects/Failure to Warn
Unfortunately, in cases where a drug or product injures someone, there may be thousands of people who are hurt. This is when something called a mass tort is used. This is just a fancy word for a large-scale lawsuit. Mass torts are different from personal injury claims for several reasons. Mass torts involve a large number of claims associated with the same product. Even though there are a number of claimants, there is a common factual and legal issue. Finally, there is a value interdependence between the different claims.
It can be daunting to think of bringing a claim against a large company. That is why there are lawyers who fight for the rights of people injured by products. If you or someone you love has been injured by a defective product or drug, contact Ligori & Ligori Attorneys at Law today for a free legal consultation. Weâll help you determine your rights and next steps. Thereâs no pressure, and itâs completely free. We have offices located in Tampa, Orlando, Ocala and Lakeland, Florida.