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Defective Products

Product Recalls of History

There have been many famous product recalls in history. Here are some of the most famous:

Bottles of Johnson & Johnson’s Tylenol being laced with potassium cyanide, which led to the deaths of seven people around Chicago in 1982 causing $100 million in costs
Bridgestone tire failures that resulted in 200 deaths and 3,000 major injuries in 2000, leading to $440 billion in recall-related costs
Merck’s Vioxx arthritis drug, which caused people to suffer heart attacks and strokes, leading to $4.85 billion to settle 27,000 lawsuits stemming from the drug
Sony recalling more than 4 million Dell Laptops in 2006 due to a fire threat from overheating (2)

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Types of Strict Liability Involving Products

Occupational diseases are health conditions that arise as a direct result of workplace exposures or activities. These illnesses can develop over time due to prolonged exposure to harmful substances or repetitive stress. Common types of occupational diseases include:

Manufacturing Defects: If the product’s design was not faulty, a manufacturing defect can still occur. Sometimes a product becomes flawed after it comes off the assembly line. An example of this is an oven missing its screws, causing doors to fall off by the time they reached people’s homes.
Marketing Defects: Even if the product was not defective in its design and manufacturing, it can still end up being defective. In some cases, the manufacturer does not provide the user with enough information about the product. An example of this is if a manufacturer failed to properly warn people that taking too much of a diet supplement would cause them illness, and people became sick due to it.
Marketing Defects: Even if the product was not defective in its design and manufacturing, it can still end up being defective. In some cases, the manufacturer does not provide the user with enough information about the product. An example of this is if a manufacturer failed to properly warn people that taking too much of a diet supplement would cause them illness, and people became sick due to it.

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Every year, thousands of people are injured by products and something known as “product liability law” comes into play. These laws relate to who is responsible for defective or dangerous products and set the rules for how somebody can recover damages. The courts look at matters like this: Product manufacturers and sellers are responsible for keeping consumers safe, and can be held liable if they release a defective or dangerous product onto shelves. Product liability laws are upheld by the state and fall under negligence, strict liability, or breaches in warranty.

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When a defective product case takes place, the victim does not need circumstantial evidence to prove that negligence was at play. The victim only needs to come to court to speak on behalf of the fact that he or she was injured, and show the product that caused injuries. However, the victim must be able to stand trial through something known as the discovery process, where the product’s defects are truly discovered for the first time. An attorney might have to bring forth design documents, speak with the company’s product designers, or conduct independent product testing.
Unfortunately, some products will always be inherently dangerous, no matter what modifications are made to it. For example, what if you had an electric knife that was so dull that it could not cause you injury? However, that also means that the knife would not be able to complete its intended purpose as well. This is where it becomes the responsibility of the manufacturer to give proper warnings of the dangers and risks of products so that consumers can made informed decisions regarding the product and how to take special care.

Manufacturers Using Defenses

In many product liability cases, the manufacturer or other involved companies will use a defense to attempt and show that they were not selling a defective product and that you are at fault for your own injuries. One of the most famous defenses that manufacturers will use is that the plaintiff has not sufficiently identified the supplier of the product which caused their injury. If the plaintiff fails to identify the responsible company, then they may not have a case unless it is for a defective drug. A manufacturer may also use the defense that the plaintiff altered the product in some way, causing the product to injure them. To go hand in hand with this, they may also use the defense that the product was misused, and this misuse lead to the injury.

How an Attorney Can Help You

If you have been injured by a product that you used properly and believe that you qualify for a lawsuit, the best thing that you can do is seek help through an experienced product liability attorney. Getting injured by a product can be a traumatic experience, because you never believe that it will happen to you. You have a legal right to take a legal action against the responsible party, and having us on your side will make it easier to identify the responsible parties to move forward with your case. However, if you are going to succeed in a negligence claim against a company, you must be able to show that the manufacturer owed you a duty, that they breached the duty, that the breach of duty caused your injuries, and that you suffered damages as a result of this negligence.

Did you suffer actual damages in your case? It will be important to speak to us so that we can work together to estimate your damages in advance. If you have only received minor injuries that did not cause you any financial losses, it is not wise to move forward with a claim. However, if a product caused you serious and debilitating losses and medical treatment, it is wise to have an attorney and bring forth a claim. We will help you in all aspects of your case, including law research, witness interviews, record collection, legal strategy planning, and negotiations. Call us today for more information on how we can help you move forward with your product liability case. We will help you every step of the way.

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If you have been injured by a defective product, call us today to discuss your case with a defective product liability attorney. Call us at 844-444-1400 or you can contact us at the following website, click this link to learn more.

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Workers'Comp Practice Areas

At Rawa Law Group, we have a proven track record of success in handling a wide range of Worker’s compensation cases, ensuring fair compensation to the victims. Some of them include:

Office-Related Injuries

Office-related injuries involve injuries occurring in office environments. It includes claims for conditions like repetitive strain or slip and fall accidents, seeking compensation for medical costs and lost wages.
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Fatal Workplace Accidents

Fatal Workplace Accidents involve claims for families of workers who die due to work-related incidents. It includes seeking compensation for wrongful death, funeral expenses, and loss of income.
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Back and Neck Injuries

Back and Neck Injuries occur from workplace accidents involving the spine or back. It includes claims for medical treatment, lost wages, and compensation for long-term impacts from such injuries.
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Medical Benefits Claims

Medical Benefits Claims involve seeking coverage for medical expenses related to workplace injuries. It includes ensuring all necessary treatments and therapies are covered under workers’ compensation.
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Disability Claims

Disability Claims involves a request where the claimant shows disability, making a disability determination, to receive claimant benefits. It must be advised immediately. Learn More

Delayed Workers’ Compensation Claims

Delayed Workers’ Compensation Claims address delays in receiving workers’ compensation benefits. It involves efforts to expedite the claims process and ensure timely access to medical and wage benefits.
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Denied Workers’ Compensation Claims

Denied Workers’ Compensation Claims involve legal action to overturn denied claims. It includes challenging decisions to secure benefits and compensation for work-related injuries or conditions.
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Spinal Cord Injuries

Spinal Cord Injuries are serious injuries involving the spinal cord, often from workplace accidents. It includes claims for medical expenses, rehabilitation, and compensation for permanent disability effects.
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Burn Injuries

Burn Injuries occur from workplace accidents involving fire or chemicals. It includes seeking compensation for medical treatment, rehabilitation, pain and suffering, and lost wages due to burn injuries.
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Workers’ Compensation Appeals

Workers’ Compensation Appeals involve challenging denied or inadequate compensation claims. It includes legal efforts to overturn denials and secure rightful benefits for work-related injuries or conditions.
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Hearing Loss Claims

Hearing Loss Claims relate to workplace-induced hearing damage from excessive noise. It includes claims for medical treatment and compensation for the loss of hearing abilities due to work conditions.
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Workplace Chemical Exposure

Workplace Chemical Exposure involves health issues from hazardous chemicals at work. It includes conditions like respiratory problems or skin diseases, requiring medical benefits and compensation for long-term health effects.
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Slip and Falls at Work

Slips and Falls at Work involve injuries from slipping or tripping on workplace premises. It includes hazards like wet floors or uneven surfaces, leading to medical claims and compensation for lost wages.
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Construction Site Injuries

Construction Site Injuries occur when workers are hurt on construction sites. It involves accidents like falls or equipment failures, seeking compensation for medical costs, lost wages, and long-term effects.
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Occupational Diseases

Occupational Diseases are illnesses caused by exposure to harmful substances or conditions at work. It includes diseases, requiring medical benefits and compensation for health impacts.
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Repetitive Stress Injuries

Repetitive Stress Injuries are caused by repetitive motion or strain at work. It includes conditions like carpal tunnel syndrome, resulting in medical treatment and compensation for work-related injuries.
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Workplace Injuries

Workplace Injuries occur when employees are injured while performing job duties. It includes accidents or health issues arising from work conditions, leading to compensation claims for medical costs and lost wages.
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Workers'Comp Practice Areas

At Rawa Law Group, we have a proven track record of success in handling a wide range of Worker’s compensation cases, ensuring fair compensation to the victims. Some of them include:

Office-Related Injuries

Fatal Workplace Accidents

Back and Neck Injuries

Medical Benefits Claims

Disability Claims

Disability Claims involves a request where the claimant shows disability, making a disability determination, to receive claimant benefits. It must be advised immediately. Learn More

Delayed Workers’ Compensation Claims

Denied Workers’ Compensation Claims

Spinal Cord Injuries

Burn Injuries

Workers’ Compensation Appeals

Hearing Loss Claims

Workplace Chemical Exposure

Slip and Falls at Work

Construction Site Injuries

Occupational Diseases

Occupational Diseases are illnesses caused by exposure to harmful substances or conditions at work. It includes diseases, requiring medical benefits and compensation for health impacts.
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Repetitive Stress Injuries

Workplace Injuries

Personal Injury Practice Areas

At Rawa Law Group, we thoroughly understand the complexities of these personal injury cases, ensuring that you receive justice and compensation on time. Some of our personal injury practice areas include:

Product Liability

Product Liability refers to legal claims for injuries caused by defective or unsafe products. It involves manufacturing defects, design flaws, or insufficient warnings, leading to harm or damages.
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Defective Drugs

Defective Drugs involve legal claims for harm caused by unsafe or improperly labelled medications. It includes injuries or adverse effects from drugs that are defective in design, manufacturing, or warnings.
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Wrongful Death

Wrongful Death claims arise when someone dies due to another’s negligence or intentional harm. It involves seeking compensation for the deceased’s family for lost income, funeral expenses, and emotional suffering.
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Dog Bites

Dog Bites involve legal claims for injuries caused by dog attacks. It includes bites or scratches from pets, often resulting in medical costs, pain, and emotional distress for the victim.
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Premises Liability

Premises Liability involves legal responsibility for injuries occurring on a property due to unsafe conditions. It includes hazards like defective stairs or inadequate lighting, affecting visitor safety.
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Slip and Fall Accidents

Slip and Fall Accidents, also known as Trip and Fall Accidents, occur when a person slips, trips, or falls due to unsafe conditions on the property. It involves hazards like wet floors or uneven surfaces.
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Pedestrian Accidents

Pedestrian Accidents occur when individuals walking are hit by vehicles or collide with stationary objects. It involves crashes with cars, trucks, or obstacles, often resulting in significant injuries.
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Bicycle Accidents

Bicycle Accidents occur when a cyclist collides with vehicles, pedestrians, or stationary objects. It involves crashes with cars, trucks, or obstacles on the road, often resulting in significant injuries.
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Motorcycle Accidents

A motorcycle accident involves a collision between a motorcycle and another vehicle or object, resulting in possible injuries and property damage. It involves crashes with cars, trucks, or fixed objects like guardrails, often resulting in serious injuries.
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Truck Accidents

Truck Accidents involve severe consequences for both the people and the occurred communities. A truck accident involves a collision between a truck and another vehicle or object, often causing significant damage and injury.
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Automobile Accidents

Automobile Accidents, also known as Car Accidents, occur when a motor vehicle collides with other objects. It involves fixed objects such as trees, buildings, and other motor vehicles.
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