Defective products injure people every day, and victims often face mounting medical bills and lost wages that make recovery seem impossible. Common causes of product liability in Connecticut include design defects, manufacturing errors, and inadequate warnings or instructions. There are laws in place to protect consumers and hold negligent parties liable for defects, but navigating this process in the midst of immense stress and time constraints caused by the accident requires support from an experienced product liability attorney.
At D’Amico & Pettinicchi, LLC, we use our 100+ years of combined experience to help our clients fight for fair compensation after product defects. Contact us today to schedule a free consultation to discuss your claim.
In Connecticut, a product liability claim can be based on negligence, strict liability, breach of warranty, or failure to warn. The type of theory used in a case will dictate what specific processes are necessary and what legal strategy should be implemented. For example, in cases involving strict liability, fault does not need to be established like it does in negligence cases.
There are three categories of product liability claims in Connecticut: design defects, manufacturing defects, and marketing defects.
These flaws occur in the design of the product, which means it is potentially dangerous and defective even if manufactured according to the specifications.
Errors that occur when the product is being built, assembled, or otherwise manufactured fall into this category. In these cases, the product could have been safe if made according to the design.
Failure to warn about potential risks and improper instructions are two of the most common marketing defects. Even if a product is designed and manufactured properly, it can still pose a safety risk if warnings are not included.
If you were hurt while using a product, and you believe that a defect in the design, manufacturing, or marketing is to blame, you may be able to file a product liability claim. You should reach out to a product liability attorney in Connecticut as soon as possible to ensure your right to seek compensation is preserved. The following steps are also important in the beginning stages:
There are many legal considerations when pursuing a product liability claim, and depending on the type of product, there could be various federal and state laws that dictate how the case will proceed. Consulting with an attorney is the best way to ensure all requirements are met and your rights are protected throughout the process.
Securing fair compensation is crucial to give you the resources to focus on your physical health and healing, and an experienced product liability lawyer will help you hold the at-fault party responsible for the harm they’ve caused.
Even if you are determined to be partially at fault for the injuries caused by a defective product, you may still be able to recover compensatory damages in a product liability claim. Our attorneys know the common causes of product liability in Connecticut and how to help you get the compensation you need to recover. Schedule a free consultation with the product liability lawyers at D’Amico & Pettinicchi, LLC, today.
