New Port Richey Product Liability Lawyer

What This Page Covers:

• Common Cases: Design defects, manufacturing defects, and failure to warn are common product liability issues causing injuries or wrongful death, and each type requires careful legal handling to prove.
• Liable Parties: Manufacturers, distributors, retailers, sellers, wholesalers, and suppliers may be liable for defective product-related injuries due to design flaws, improper handling, or failure to warn.
• Recoverable Damages: Victims may seek compensation for medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, emotional distress, and reduced quality of life, even if partially at fault.
• How a Lawyer Can Help: Our experienced lawyers at McPherson & Thomas, P.A. handle every aspect of your claim, including investigations, collecting evidence, and negotiating with insurance companies to build a strong case for your claim.

3 Most Common Types of Product Liability Cases that Involve Injuries or Wrongful Death

Generally speaking, there are implied, and usually expressed, warranties that a manufacturer makes when fabricating a product for use in the marketplace. The three most common types of product liability cases involve injuries or wrongful death due to:

1. There is a design defect associated with the product, making it unreasonably dangerous. When the design of the product is defective, then typically every product made coming off the assembly line is dangerous;
2. There has been a manufacturing defects issue associated with a product that has resulted in injury or death. In this scenario, it's entirely possible that the design of the product was safe, however, as little as a single "bad unit" came off the assembly line for some reason; and/or
3. A failure to provide adequate warnings on the part of the manufacturer, which represents marketing defects in how the product is presented to consumers. Many products are just inherently dangerous, which does not make them defective. For example, chainsaws should certainly be handled with great caution, and we would all agree they could be quite dangerous. Therefore, a manufacturer of such a tool has an obligation to properly warn consumers of how to safely use it, and of particular steps that pertain to that particular product to make it as safe as possible.

This is a general overview, and there are many other types of legal claims that can be associated with defective products (e.g., breach of a variety of warranties). However, also generally speaking, a consumer must show that the product was not altered or modified in any way after production (and before injury), and that the defect in question was the cause of injury or death.

Many attorneys do not take product liability cases for a few reasons. These cases nearly always require a personal injury lawsuit to be filed, costly expert witnesses, and sometimes two years or more of litigation. Therefore, they are very expensive and time-consuming cases. Additionally, many times they result in several defendants being sued, which can result in an all out war of attrition, thus pitting the resources of a single law firm against wealthy manufacturing companies and their insurers!

Who May Be Liable for Product-Related Injuries in New Port Richey?

When you purchase a product, you trust those who designed, manufactured, and sold it to ensure its safety. Unfortunately, many parties fail to uphold this duty of care, with 323 product recalls resulting in over 550 injury victims in 2023. If you have been hurt due to a dangerous product, knowing whose negligence caused your injuries can be challenging.

Our dedicated product liability lawyer team at McPherson & Thomas, P.A. conduct a thorough investigation to identify a liable party, which may include one or more of the following:

• Manufacturers: If a defect in the product's design, manufacturing, or labeling, the design, component, or finished goods manufacturer may be held accountable for the harm the product caused.
• Distributors and Retailers: Distributors and retailers must ensure the products they sell meet safety standards. If they mishandle, improperly store, or fail to check a product's quality, they may be liable for your injuries.
• Sellers: If a seller or reseller knowingly sells a dangerous product without sufficient warning, they may be liable for not allowing you to make an informed decision.
• Wholesalers and Suppliers: Like retailers and sellers, wholesalers and suppliers are responsible for providing safe products to consumers. If they fail to do this, they may be liable for contributing to the victim's injuries.

With the evidence we gather, such as photos, witness testimony, and medical records, we may demonstrate the liable party or parties created or sold a defective product, you used the product as directed, and the at-fault party's negligence directly caused your injuries and damages.

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Potentially Recoverable Damages for Your New Port Richey Product Liability Claim

Injuries from a defective product can have a physical, emotional, and financial impact on your life, all of which deserve recognition and compensation. With the help of our skilled product liability lawyers at McPherson & Thomas, P.A., you have the best chance of securing a fair compensation settlement that reflects the full scope of your injuries, including catastrophic injuries and spinal cord injuries.

Depending on the severity of your injuries and other unique details of your personal injury claim, you may recover compensation for the following damages:

• Past, present, and future medical bills and medical expenses
• Lost wages from missed work
• Loss of earning capacity
• Prescribed medications
• Pain and suffering
• Disability or disfigurement
• Emotional distress
• Reduced quality of life

Even if you are partially responsible for your product-related injuries, you may still recover compensation under Florida's modified comparative negligence system, as long as you are found 50 percent or less at fault. Under this rule, each party involved in your claim receives a percentage of fault, which gets deducted from their damages. For example, if you are 10% at fault for your injuries and your claim is worth $300,000, you will receive $270,000. If you are found more than 50 percent at fault, however, Florida law bars you from recovering any damages.

Our product liability lawyer team in New Port Richey understands this system and how major companies and insurance companies may use it to undermine your claim. With our innovative and personalized strategies and years of experience handling complex product liability cases and other personal injury cases, you can trust us to advocate for the maximum compensation you deserve.

How Can a Lawyer Help With Your Florida Product Liability Claim?

Many product liability claims involve major companies with large legal teams, making them intimidating to pursue. Fortunately, with the guidance of our product liability lawyers at McPherson & Thomas, P.A. you don't have to handle it alone. We are here to support you every step of the way so you can focus on recovery. Our high-quality, comprehensive legal services cover every aspect of your case, including the following:

• Conducting a thorough investigation
• Collecting and analyzing evidence
• Interviewing witnesses
• Using our legal knowledge to answer your questions
• Utilizing valuable resources, such as medical professionals, to strengthen your claim
• Providing aggressive legal representation when negotiating with insurance adjusters on your behalf
• Taking your personal injury lawsuit to court if necessary, backed by our trial advocacy experience

In addition to managing your claim, we work efficiently to file your claim within Florida law's two-year statute of limitations so you can take advantage of your opportunity to fight for your rights while taking the time you need to heal. With over 25 years of experience, recognition in the Million Dollar Advocates Forum, a team that treats clients like family, and many millions recovered for accident victims, you can rest assured you and your personal injury claim are in the right hands.

Frequently Asked Questions

Contact Our New Port Richey Product Liability Attorneys

Our product liability lawyer in New Port Richey has handled numerous defective product cases. Several of these cases have required depositions and testimony from all corners of the United States. If we agree to take your defective product case, our attorneys will commit to aggressively battling these large companies on your behalf!

If you or a loved one has suffered damages by a defective product, you should call our personal injury lawyer team at McPherson & Thomas, P.A. for a FREE CONSULTATION so that we can discuss the specific facts involved in bringing the claim. We work on a contingency fee basis, meaning you pay nothing unless we win. Feel free to call us at (727) 848-8892.