The legal theory behind suing for injuries caused by a defective product is called "product liability." Under this theory, the manufacturer, designer, or distributor of a product can be held responsible for any injuries caused by the use of its product. If the party was aware of a defect or should have been aware but failed to warn consumers, they can be held accountable for any harm caused.
Examples of a Defective Product Case
Examples of product liability cases include defective medical devices, dangerous children’s toys, and other consumer items. Injured plaintiffs can take several courses of action to seek compensation for their injuries, including filing a lawsuit against the manufacturer or other at-falt party. A successful product liability claim will typically result in monetary damages covering pain and suffering, medical bills, lost wages, and other out-of-pocket expenses.
A real-life example of this would be if you purchased a hair dryer and it was defective, causing you to suffer electric shock or burns. You could file a product liability lawsuit against the at-fault party to recover damages for your injuries.
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