If you suffered an injury or lost a loved one because of a defective product, you could qualify for financial compensation. A Lake Charles defective product lawyer from Laborde Earles Injury Lawyers may be able to help you recover damages from the product’s manufacturer.
Our defective product attorney serving Lake Charles will investigate the details of your case, identify the liable party or parties, and pursue compensation on your behalf. Our attorneys work on a contingency-fee basis with no out-of-pocket payments required to start. This means our fee is a percentage of your court award or settlement offer if and when we win your case – if we are unable to help you recover compensation, you do not need to pay us attorney fees.
Defective Product Cases are Common
Defective products of all types cause serious injuries and death every year. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (USCPSC) collects data and issues recalls for consumer products that can be dangerous, such as children’s toys, kitchen appliances, televisions, and furniture. Many of these injuries and deaths occur despite victims using the products as expected, for the intended purpose, and under normal conditions.
Determining Who Is to Blame for Defective Product Injuries
In general, a product classifies as defective if there is a flaw in its design, manufacturing process, or marketing. If a defective product injured you, you could recover compensation from the manufacturer.
You do not need the product to be under a recall in order to sue for damages. This type of legal action is also referred to as a “product liability” case.
For a free legal consultation with a defective product lawyer serving Lake Charles, call (337) 777-7777
Protection Under the Louisiana Products Liability Act
The RS 2800.51, also known as the Louisiana Products Liability Act (LPLA), gives consumers who have suffered injuries or lost a loved one due to a defective product the right to seek damages from the product’s manufacturer.
The Act states that manufacturers can be held liable for a product considered “unreasonably dangerous” due to one of the following:
- The design
- The construction
- Inadequate warning of its potential danger
Our attorneys at Laborde Earles Injury Lawyers understand the LPLA and how to apply it in our clients’ cases. We can help you fight for compensation for your damages if this or any other applicable laws in Louisiana entitle you to do so.
If you have questions about the product that harmed you or someone you love, a team member at our firm will be happy to discuss the case and your legal options during a free case review.
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Pursuing Compensation for Defective Product Injuries in Lake Charles
If you were hurt by a defective product, an attorney from Laborde Earles Injury Lawyers could help you file a personal injury lawsuit. Alternatively, we could assist you with a wrongful death lawsuit if your loved one lost their life due to a defective product. We will explain the additional damages you may be able to claim later in this article.
Some defective products impact so many consumers that it warrants a class action lawsuit. A class action is a type of group lawsuit that allows multiple defendants who were wronged in the same way to pursue compensation together. A mass tort is another type of group lawsuit that may be possible regarding defective products.
Our firm may be able to help you participate in an ongoing group lawsuit if one exists for your defective product case. If not, we can help you file an individual action against the party responsible for your damages.
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Recoverable Damages After a Defective Product Incident
Our product liability team can help you determine the value of your damages after a defective product incident. If you are filing a personal injury case, your potentially recoverable damages may include:
- Medical bills for doctor’s appointments, surgeries, hospitalizations, rehabilitation services, prescriptions, and over-the-counter medications
- Property damage
- Lost wages if you are out of work during your recovery
- Pain and suffering
In a defective product wrongful death case, potentially recoverable damages include:
- Funeral and burial costs
- Pre-death medical care
- Loss of income
- Loss of care
- Loss of guidance
If you lost a loved one due to a defective product, we offer our deepest condolences. Our firm can handle all aspects of the case so you can focus on your family at this difficult time.
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How Laborde Earles Injury Lawyers Can Help You
Trying to recover damages after an injury or death from a defective product can be stressful and overwhelming. If you choose our firm, a defective product lawyer from Laborde Earles Injury Lawyers can manage all aspects of your case.
When we represent you in Lake Charles, we can do the following for you:
- Evaluate your legal options and determine a course for pursuing compensation
- Collect evidence related to the product
- Collect evidence related to your injuries, such as medical records
- Handle communications with the product manufacturer’s insurance company
- File an insurance claim and/or lawsuit against them
- Negotiate for a settlement on your behalf
- Take your case to trial if the insurance company refuses to make a fair offer
- Keep you updated on the progress of your case
What Our Past Clients Say About Us
With more than 250 years of combined experience handling personal injury cases in Louisiana, our team is committed to fighting for the best possible outcome in your case. Here is an example of some of the 5-star Google reviews we have received from past clients:
- “They helped me when the other party’s insurance wouldn’t answer my calls! They got the job done and efficiently!” – Lacey Mcdonald
- “I was feeling more and more pain and went to the doctor. I had two surgeries in my neck and my back. I made an appointment with David and it was a real good experience. He worked with me all the way and was like a good friend in a time of need. I don’t think anybody could have done a better job than he did.” – Keith
- “Feel like I am in good hands. Great professional attention.” – Daniel Benitez
Every case is different, but our dedication to each client is the same. We’ll start by reviewing your Lake Charles defective product case for free during our initial consultation.
The Statute of Limitations in Louisiana
Time is a critical factor in defective product cases. In Louisiana, CC Art. 3492 sets the general statute of limitations for personal injury lawsuits at one year from the date of your accident. For wrongful death lawsuits, the general statute of limitations is one year from the date of your loved one’s death.
If you wait too long, you forfeit your right to sue. Laborde Earles Injury Lawyers can help you file on time when we represent you.
Call Laborde Earles Injury Lawyers Today
If a defective product injured you or caused your loved one’s untimely passing, a lawyer from Laborde Earles Injury Lawyers may be able to help. Allow us to coordinate all of the legal work in your case while you focus on your recovery.
You can learn more about our services and your legal options in Lake Charles during a free, no-obligation case review with a member of our team. The sooner you call, the sooner we can get to work for you: (337) 777-7777.
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