If a product injured you or one of your family members, you may have a product liability case. Laborde Earles Injury Lawyers protects injured consumers. We stand up to corporations and hold them accountable for their actions or inaction. A product should have extensive safety testing when it is on the market. When it doesn’t, injuries happen.
Laws protect consumers, but companies are still putting profit ahead of safety. When a manufacturer is negligent, they should be held liable for any injuries their faulty products cause. A Harvey product liability lawyer from our personal injury firm can help you build a case against a liable manufacturer.
Product Liability Lawsuits Recover Damages for Victims
When you have a product liability claim, you can demonstrate the evidence of your injuries to an insurer or judge. You are entitled to collect damages you’ve incurred. You might receive hospital bills that add up quickly if you are physically injured.
Also, it is difficult to pay medical bills when no money comes in. If your injuries are severe, you may not be working. Our Harvey product liability lawyer could help you seek lost wages, too.
How Much Compensation Will I Receive in my Harvey Case?
No two product liability claims are alike. Compensation is tied directly to your recoverable damages. A judge and jury will award your settlement in court unless a negotiated settlement is reached.
What Types of Damages Are Recoverable?
It is essential to list all damages from the outset of your claim. Your attorney will review your damages with you and ensure you include all losses. Compensatory damages are intended to return you to where you were before the injury. In Louisiana, you are permitted to claim both economic and non-economic damages.
Expected economic losses might include hospital bills, prescription costs, physical therapy, or lost wages. Non-economic damages are also permitted. These losses would include pain and suffering, mental anxiety, or loss of society.
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ClientHow Can a Product Liability Law Firm Help?
Hiring a law firm can help you understand the legal process. Having a lawyer means you don’t have to face your case alone, and they will have the knowledge, determination, and skills to go head-to-head with the defendant’s legal representatives.
Hiring us will mean you have someone in your corner to help express your rights in Louisiana based on the Louisiana Products Liability Act (LPLA).
Louisiana code RS 9:2800.51 covers the LPLA. The state moved to protect consumers by enacting this law in 1988. The LPLA helps consumers hold manufacturers and other product sellers to account when a product harms or kills an individual.
I thank God for Digger & David. I don’t know what we would have done if it hadn’t have been for them.
Rick Smith | ClientWhat Does it Cost to Get a Product Liability Lawsuit Started?
With our firm, it costs nothing to get a product liability lawsuit started. We can review your current situation and determine your options. If we accept your case, getting started will cost you nothing. We are pleased to work with injured victims via a contingency arrangement.
What a Contingency Arrangement Means
A contingency arrangement has zero financial risks. Our firm will accept responsibility for your claim in exchange for a percentage of your earnings. We will tirelessly work to negotiate the fairest compensation possible. Our priority is to obtain justice for you, and there is nothing to lose. You will owe nothing if we don’t win or settle your case for you.
Complimentary Review
We also offer a complimentary case review, and you are under no obligation to move forward with us if you don’t wish to. It’s important to take time with a team member who can examine your claim’s details as they will determine your case’s strength and your rights and options. Ask any questions you need. With full knowledge of your options, you can make an informed decision for your situation.
The reassurance from Digger and his staff gave me that renewed hope that it’s going to be okay down the road.
ClientWhat Deadlines Apply in Product Liability Lawsuits?
Louisiana Civil Code § 3492 regulates the time limits for product liability lawsuits. You have one year to file your suit from the day of your injury or diagnosis. Don’t wait to take action. There is plenty of work to do, so a lawyer from our firm will need as much time as possible to construct a solid case.
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ClientCommon Types of Defective Product Claims
There are three common defective product claims. No matter which type of claim fits your situation, our team of attorneys know how to defend your right to compensation.
Defective Manufacturing
This product liability case involves a defective product from the manufacturing process. Here are some examples:
- Medication mislabeled at the manufacturer
- Poison getting into pet food at the plant
- Batteries not fully sealed, causing burns
- A new golf cart missing a brake caliper
- Lead paint misused on children’s toys
Design Flaws
The product could have injured you because it was poorly designed. Companies are required to ensure their products are safe to use as directed. There should also be extensive product testing before it is released. Your attorney can determine if this step was missed.
Inadequate Warnings or Instructions
Sufficient warnings and instructions are critical for the safe use of a product. For example, we buy tons of fireworks to shoot off for the fourth of July, which are dangerous. They can cause burns and other severe injuries if the product lacks vital safety information. One of the first things you notice when you buy your fireworks is the packaging covered with warnings.
The law requires that firework manufacturers provide warnings. If your product had insufficient warning labels or none, your attorney would focus on this aspect as the cause of your injuries.
Common Defective and Dangerous Products
Defective products can cause both minor and severe injuries. When a consumer comes to us with a product liability claim, it is usually because their injuries are significant and threaten their health or life. These severe cases are generally seen in court, and unfortunately, it is not uncommon to see them cause harm:
- Medical devices
- Children’s toys
- Pharmaceuticals
- Auto parts
- Power tools
Any type of product can be defective, so using caution and following directions can be essential to safety. Products get recalled all the time. However, you can still have a case even if a recall has not been enacted. Holding the company accountable and demonstrating how their product injured you may save others from the same situation.
We’ve Got Your Best Interests in Mind
When choosing a lawyer to represent you and your family, you should look for one with a reputation for getting results. Look at some of our past case results. Our priorities are focused on you, the victim. Our firm has the resources and experience to stand up to any corporation causing preventable harm.
Our Firm Can Help You Build Your Jefferson Parish Case
If you have injuries from a faulty product, call Laborde Earles Injury Lawyers. Our team can determine what happened and identify the liable party in your case. We will prioritize your needs and fight for you by standing up to large corporations owing you compensation.
Our firm is ready to hold the manufacturer or store owner accountable for the injuries you suffered. You don’t have to be stuck paying for damages yourself. We can present a compelling case demonstrating a product or design flaw and how it injured you. Call today – our Harvey product liability lawyer could help you get your feet back on the ground.
