Three Types of Product Defect

If you have been harmed by a badly made or designed product, or one that was damaged before you purchased it, you could have grounds for a type of legal action known as a product liability suit. This is a way to receive compensation from the negligent party responsible for your injuries. The first step in building such a claim is to determine what kind of defect the product in question has.

Product liability law is complex and can be difficult to navigate. Fortunately, the assistance of an experienced Tampa product defect attorney can greatly increase your chances of success. To learn more, call the offices of Beltz & Ruth, P.A. at 1-800-235-8978.

Examples of Product Flaws

Product defects generally fall into one of three categories. You may have grounds for legal action if you have been hurt by a problem such as:

• Design defect: This means the product is inherently unsafe, even if it is built and used according to plan. Examples of design defects include electrical tools without necessary safeguards, or top-heavy vehicles that are likely to rollover.
• Manufacturing defect: This means that the product is designed reasonably well, but was not built correctly. A product may have a manufacturing defect if it contains hazardous materials such as mercury or lead, or if it is unstable and haphazardly built.
• Failure to warn: Some products have inherent dangers, such as knives or large machinery. These items are required to come with safety instructions and clear warnings about accidents that may occur even if they are used in a reasonable fashion. A lack of such information can be grounds for a legal claim if it leads to serious injuries.

Our Tampa product defect lawyers can provide additional information, including helpful advice about your individual circumstances.

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The Tampa personal injury lawyers of Beltz & Ruth, P.A. are dedicated to helping victims of corporate negligence fight back. Contact our offices today at 1-800-235-8978.