Every year, thousands of people are seriously injured or killed due to dangerous products.  These types of cases are often called product liability claims.  They can range anywhere from a defective car design to an amusement park ride that is inherently dangerous; dangerous medicine or even foods.  A manufacturer or seller is strictly liable for any injuries and damaged caused by a defective product.  There are three types of defects for which strict liability may apply:

• Manufacturing defects – when the product in question is different from the manufacturer’s own standards or specifications.
• Design defects – when the product in question fails to perform as safely as an ordinary customer would expect when used for its purpose of in a reasonably foreseeable manner.
• Warning defects – when a products in question does not provide the proper warnings necessary.

If you feel that you or a loved one have been injured by a defective product, it is important that you speak with an attorney immediately.  Product liability cases are extremely complex and require a high level of experience to properly and effectively pursue a claim.

The following are some related product liability articles:

• Product Liability – When to Pursue Litigation