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As an injury victim in America, you have rights. If a defective product caused your injury, you may be entitled to compensation from the makers of that product. Review the commonly asked questions below to learn more about product liability laws and the rights they grant you. If you have additional questions, a defective product lawyer at Proner & Proner can help. Contact our personal injury attorneys today for an evaluation of your case.

What is a defective product?

If a product is unreasonably and unforeseeably dangerous to use, putting normal users at unacceptably high risk of injury, it is defective. Defective products are responsible for many kinds of accidents, including construction injuries and injuries resulting from dangerous drugs.

If I used the product incorrectly, can I still sue?

If you were injured while using the product in a way that the manufacturer should have foreseen, you may still have a case. Everyone is responsible for their own choices and decisions, but designers and manufacturers have a responsibility to anticipate ways in which consumers might use their products. The best thing to do if you were injured while using a product in a way other than intended is to speak with a defective product lawyer. A member of our legal team can help you determine whether you may still have cause for a lawsuit.

Against whom can I file suit?

Depending on the specifics of your case and the defective product that injured you, it may be possible to sue the product's designer, manufacturer, or distributor. Designers are responsible for flaws inherent to the design of a product, making it unsafe even when used as directed. Manufacturers are liable for defects that arise during the manufacturing process, such as shoddy assembly or improper materials. Distributors can be sued over products they knew were dangerous but chose to distribute nonetheless.

What must be shown to prove my claim?

Unlike many other personal injury cases, product liability lawsuits are not generally based on the principle of negligence. Instead, your lawyer must show only that the product was defective and that the defect caused you a physical, emotional, or financial injury. If negligence did occur, however, it could be grounds for a larger settlement.

How much compensation can I expect for my injury?

If you were injured by a defective product, you are entitled to compensation for all your costs associated with the personal injury. This includes financial losses, medical bills, lost wages, lost earning capacity, pain and suffering, and all other losses you may have incurred. If you have lost a loved one to a defect-related wrongful death, you are eligible for compensation to offset the financial and emotional impact of the death, including funeral costs, loss of family income, and loss of companionship.

Learn More about Defective Product Litigation

Injury victims in need of aggressive, intelligent representation can rely on Proner & Proner. With a defective product lawyer from our law firm on your side, you stand a much better chance of getting satisfaction. Schedule a free consultation with one of our attorneys to see whether you may have a case.