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Product Liability FAQs

What is product liability?

Product liability is an area of law that holds manufacturers, suppliers, and distributors accountable for injuries or accidents that occur as a result of faulty, poorly designed, or defective products.

What do I need to prove in a product liability lawsuit?

If you file a Florida product liability lawsuit, you have a strong burden to prove that the product had either a design defect, a manufacturing defect, or failed to warn you about risks associated with its use. Product liability cases do not operate on the negligence level reserved for other personal injury cases; rather, the tenet of "strict liability" requires that you only prove the product was defective and caused injury.

What is a design defect?

A design defect is a problem occurring at the design level of a product. For example, a latch that will not fit with another component of a vehicle could be the result of faulty design.

What is a manufacturing defect?

A manufacturing defect is a problem occurring with an otherwise well-designed product during the manufacturing process. For example, a simple food container could be rendered dangerous if during the manufacturing process its edges are improperly cut, causing danger of cuts and lacerations to the consumer.

What is failure to warn?

Products that carry risk are required to reasonably warn consumers on such risks and instruct them on their use.

What kinds of damages can be claimed in a Florida product liability lawsuit?

If you are injured by a defective or dangerous consumer product, you could potentially claim damages for the costs of medical care, missed time at work, pain and suffering, even punitive damages designed to deter others from making the same careless mistakes when it comes to the sale or production of defective or dangerous products.

I have been injured due to a malfunctioning or faulty product. Who can help?

If you are contemplating a Florida product liability lawsuit, contact an experienced Jacksonville product liability attorney with an exceptional track record and a reputation for quality and customer service. Farah & Farah has been representing clients in personal injury and product liability cases for over 25 years. Call today for a free case consultation and more information on our firm’s aggressive, competent attorneys and stellar support staff.