Defective products are a part of everyday life in a society that is consumer-driven. This could include a dangerous toy, a vehicle part that is faulty, or even a malfunctioning household appliance. Defects in these products can lead to severe injuries, emotional injuries, and financial losses. If you have been harmed by a defective product in New York, an experienced personal injury attorney can help you secure the compensation you deserve.

WHAT IS A DEFECTIVE PRODUCT?

A defective product can be any item that may have a design flaw, manufacturing issue, or no warning label, that causes harm when it is used by a consumer. These defects tend to fall in three categories: 1. Design Defects 2. Marketing Defects and 3. Manufacturing Defects. Design defects entail a product that has a design that is unsafe even if the manufacturing aspects are in good condition. This may include car models with a design that causes them to roll over while making a normal turn. Manufacturing defects entail defects that happen in the production or assembly of the product that can create a dangerous defect. This can include children's toys that were not assembled correctly causing them to have sharp edges that cause an injury. Marketing defects entail a “failure to warn” which can happen when products do not have enough instructions or warnings about the risks. This may include medications that don't warn individuals of side effects that could be considered defective.

HOW A PERSONAL INJURY ATTORNEY CAN ASSIST YOU

New York allows for a person to have grounds for a personal injury lawsuit based on product liability. But just having the right to bring a product liability claim is not enough. Cases involving product liability can be extremely complex and require one to know state laws and legal precedents.

The Licatesi Law Group has a group of experienced lawyers who have a successful history in dealing with product liability cases. Our attorneys are familiar with dealing with insurance companies, large corporations, and legal documentation when it comes to your cases. Having a dedicated personal injury attorney and team will help you in terms of determining liability, gathering evidence, understanding New York’s product liability laws, calculating your damages, negotiating with insurance companies and manufacturers, and representing you in court if needed.

In New York the statute of limitations for filing a product liability claim is typically three years from the date that the injury occurred. This is why consulting with an attorney as soon as possible is crucial to your case’s success. Reaching out to an attorney is also important in terms of preserving evidence, identifying witnesses, and building a winning case. If you or a loved one has been injured by a defective product, contact The Licatesi Law Group today for a complimentary consultation with a trusted attorney to discuss your options and take the first step toward justice.