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If you’re injured due to a defective consumer product in Grayson or anywhere in Georgia, it’s time to seek immediate counsel from a knowledgeable Grayson product liability lawyer at Spaulding Injury Law. From automotive failures to defective kitchen appliances and harmful prescription drugs, our team is here to help.
What to Do After an Injury
Injuries from defective products can be severe and even permanent. If injured:
Seek Medical Attention Immediately
Your health and safety should always be your primary concern. If you’ve been injured by a defective product, you need to receive medical care right away. Even if you believe the injury to be minor, some symptoms might not manifest immediately and could worsen over time. Seeking medical attention will not only ensure your well-being but also provide valuable documentation that may be necessary for your product liability claim. This documentation can serve as evidence of the severity and direct cause of your injuries.
Refrain from Discussing Your Case with Insurance Companies
After an injury, you may be contacted by insurance representatives seeking a statement or trying to settle the claim quickly. Use caution. Often, insurance companies aim to minimize their payouts, and anything you say can be used against you. Before providing any statements or accepting any offers, it’s in your best interest to consult with Spaulding Injury Law. We can communicate with insurers on your behalf, ensuring your rights and potential compensation aren’t compromised.
Consult a Grayson Product Liability Attorney at Spaulding Injury Law Immediately
Time is of the essence when it comes to product liability claims. The sooner you reach out to a Grayson product liability attorney at Spaulding Injury Law, the better your chances of building a strong case. We’ll help gather evidence we can use to get you the compensation you deserve.
Understanding Georgia’s Product Liability Laws
You may file a product liability claim in Georgia if there’s a design or manufacturing defect or if there’s improper marketing.
You generally have two years from the injury discovery to file a claim, but Georgia law has complications and exceptions.
Exceptions to the two-year statute of limitations for product liability claims include cases where the individual is a minor or legally incompetent due to mental disability, which may extend the deadline. Additionally, the statute of repose requires filing within ten years of the product’s first sale or use, with exceptions for negligence claims regarding birth defects or diseases, failure to warn of latent dangers, and cases of a manufacturer’s reckless or intentional disregard for property or life.
Types of Product Defects
Product liability claims arise from defects or mistakes that render a product unsafe for consumers.
Design Defects
Design defects occur when a product’s original blueprint has inherent flaws, making it unsafe. For instance, a car model with a fuel system is prone to leaking, which could potentially lead to a fire hazard.
Manufacturing Mistakes
Manufacturing mistakes happen during the production phase, where deviations from the intended design create hazards. An example might be a batch of tires produced with substandard rubber, prone to bursting under normal driving conditions.
Warning Defects
Warning defects arise from inadequate instructions or failure to alert consumers about a product’s risks. For instance, a strong cleaning chemical sold without clear safety instructions could lead to improper use, causing harm.
Inherently Dangerous Products
Inherently dangerous products are those that, by their nature, pose significant risks. Even with impeccable design and manufacturing, the usage of products like chainsaws or firearms carries inherent dangers, requiring strict safety guidelines and warnings.
Proving Fault in Product Liability Cases
The success of a product liability claim hinges on the need for the plaintiff to establish certain critical elements. Here’s a deeper dive into what needs to be proven for a successful product liability claim.
The Product Was Defective
Every product introduced to the market should meet certain safety standards.
The Defect Directly Led to the Injury
It’s not enough to show that a product was defective. The plaintiff must demonstrate that this defect was the direct cause of their injury. This can be challenging, as defendants often argue that external factors were to blame.
For instance, if someone is injured by a defective electric kettle that leaks hot water and causes a burn, they must prove that the burn was a direct result of the kettle’s malfunction and not due to any other cause, like spilling hot water from another source.
Documentary evidence, such as medical reports and expert testimonies, can be helpful in establishing this causal link.
The Product Was Used as Intended
Manufacturers often defend themselves by claiming that the injured party misused the product in a way it wasn’t designed for. To counter this, plaintiffs need to prove that they were using the product in a manner consistent with its intended use or in a way that the manufacturer should reasonably expect.
For example, if a ladder collapses while being used to reach a high shelf, leading to an injury, the injured party was clearly using the ladder as intended. However, if someone used the same ladder as a bridge between two rooftops and it collapsed, the manufacturer might argue that this was not an intended use.
It’s important to note that even if a product is misused, manufacturers might still be held liable if they could foresee the misuse and did not adequately warn against it.
Case Results
- $367,500.00 Product Defect: A client suffered herniated discs in his neck after a fall due to a defective consumer product. We achieved this result at a pre-suit mediation after discovering the company had faced lawsuits for similar defects in the past.
Speak with a Grayson Product Liability Lawyer Today
At Spaulding Injury Law, we’re dedicated to ensuring the victims of defective consumer products receive the compensation and justice they deserve. Contact us for a free consultation, and let us fight for your rights. Whether you’re in Grayson, GA, or the surrounding areas, we’re here to provide you with legal assistance.
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We help victims inside the Gwinnett County Area and our firm is conveniently located near Grayson, GA. We have an office in Lawrenceville at 223 Scenic Hwy S #202 Lawrenceville, GA