Defective Products Attorney in New Haven, CT

When you purchase and use a product, you trust the product is in good working order and won’t cause you or a loved one harm with proper use. Still, sometimes, products suffer defects you may not be aware of, making them dangerous and likely to cause consumers injury.

If you’ve been injured by a defective or unsafe product, you may have legal options. Do not hesitate to discuss your case with a qualified Connecticut product liability lawyer. 

Seeking Justice With a Product Liability Attorney

Kennedy, Johnson, Schwab & Roberge was founded in 1988 to provide the highest quality legal representation to clients injured by third parties. In our many years of operation, we’ve proudly obtained countless favorable settlements for our clients during some of their toughest moments. 

The harm inflicted by a defective product can have serious, life-altering consequences. The financial burdens can be difficult to carry, and you may feel helpless and confused. Nevertheless, legal help is available when you need it most.

After suffering injuries caused by a defective product, contact the product liability attorneys at Kennedy, Johnson, Schwab & Roberge. We’re ready to hear your story and assist you in any way we can. 

Common Types of Defective Products

Here is the scary truth — almost any product can be defective. This thought alone makes consumers apprehensive, fearing irreparable harm caused by some of the most common everyday items and products.

Some of the products that most often become defective or unsafe in some way include, but are not limited to:

• Medications and medical devices
• Cars and trucks
• Vehicle parts
• Cleaning products
• Baby products, including strollers and car seats
• Toys
• Home appliances
• Foods and beverages
• Tools
• Furniture

The harm caused by certain products often comes as quite a surprise to consumers, as suffering injuries is usually the furthest thing from their minds. Many consumers don’t expect the items they use to be defective or unsafe, meaning injuries caused by these products typically happen without warning. 

The unfortunate reality is that almost any product can turn out to be defective, and the injuries consumers are at risk of sustaining can be significant and life-threatening. If you’ve been injured by a defective product, speak with a product liability attorney right away for guidance. 

How Products Can Be Defective

There is always a reason why a product becomes defective. It’s important to discover the cause of the defect during your product liability claim, as this serves as the basis for your case. Products are normally defective for one of several common reasons.

Defective Design

All products, from vehicles to medical devices, start with a design. When a product is designed inadequately, it features some dangerous condition that makes the product inherently unsafe. When a product’s design is defective, the product is bound to be hazardous to consumers even with proper manufacturing.

Manufacturing Defect

On the other hand, some products are designed well, but issues during the manufacturing process can cause a defect in the product. Any product can be manufactured incorrectly, but it’s more common in more complicated products that go through many different stages during the manufacturing process.

Even the smallest hiccup at any point during manufacturing can have serious repercussions and cause injury to consumers. 

Defective Instructions and Warnings

Products usually come with labels, warnings, and instructions, helping consumers learn more about the product, how to assemble and use the product, and what risks come with using or consuming the product. 

When labeling and included warnings and instructions are not correct and thorough, consumers are more likely to suffer harm, whether it be from product misuse or lack of knowledge concerning the dangers of using the product.

Compensation for Defective Product Injuries

The harm resulting from the use of a dangerous product can result in hefty financial burdens. Therefore, pursuing compensation can help ease some of the pressures and ensure you have the means to receive the medical treatment you need. 

Damages for defective products can include:

• Past and future medical expenses
• Lost earnings
• Diminished future earning potential 
• Pain and suffering
• Emotional distress
• Scarring and disfigurement
• Loss of enjoyment of life

By investigating the details of your case, your defective product attorney can determine the extent of your losses and assign a monetary value to your claim. Understanding how much your case is worth can help you obtain suitable compensation for your resulting injuries and losses.