Product Liability
Examples of Defective Products
Virtually any consumer goods could be defective, leading to catastrophic injury and even death. When these preventable accidents occur, the firm of Zucker & Regev, P.C. can be your advocates. Below are just a few common products that can cause injury when they have faulty qualities:
Defective motor vehicles, tires, and auto parts can make accidents more likely. These defects can also occur in safety restraints and other important features, making driver and passenger injuries worse.
Household appliances and power tools can be extremely dangerous if they are defective. These faulty products can cause residential fires or result in severe lacerations, fractures, and disfigurement.
We expect our smart phones, laptops, tablets, and televisions to be safe when used properly. Yet defective electronic devices have been linked to electrocutions, battery fires, and severe burns.
Loopholes in FDA clearance and approval have allowed all sorts of dangerous medical devices to enter the market without sufficient testing. These include joint replacements, pacemakers, and surgical mesh.
Many prescription and over-the-counter pharmaceuticals have caused injury and death. In some cases, drug companies take actions in order to bring drugs to the market before their effects are fully understood.
Dangerous products for children often pose a choking hazard (especially among infants and toddlers) or are made with toxic or otherwise unsafe materials. This is unacceptable given the young lives at stake.
Categories of Product Liability
There are different ways to pursue a product liability lawsuit. During a free legal consultation with our product liability lawyers, we can determine which best applies to your case:
Strict Liability
Strict liability applies to most legal claims over dangerous products. It must be shown that the product was unsafe, the seller intended the product to reach the consumer in its current form, and the consumer was injured by the product.Negligence
Proving negligence in product liability cases is rarely simple. In these cases, lawyers must demonstrate that the product maker or distributor owed the consumer a duty of care and that this duty was breached.Breach of Warranty
For breach of warranty cases, there must be an expressed or implied warranty with regard to a product. A legal claim is sought when the product does not meet the terms of the warranty and causes injury or harm as a result.Schedule a Free Consultation Our Product Liability Lawyers Are Here to Listen
When dangerous and defective products cause injury to innocent victims, the Law Firm of Zucker & Regev, P.C. is here to fight for you and hold the responsible parties accountable.
We are uniquely equipped to serve you. Gary A. Zucker has served as a personal injury attorney in Brooklyn since 1984. Guy S. Regev is a medical doctor and an attorney who is board certified in Legal Medicine by the American Board of Legal Medicine. Our team is prepared to put its resources and experience to work for you.
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October 8, 2019
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June 22, 2018
The staff here is wonderful from the front office staff to the back staff Gary is a wonderful lawyer very knowledgeable and upfront. Guy is also another lawyer there / doctor which is pretty awesome to have a doctor and a lawyer on a case, especially a case that involves medical malpractice. They are all professional and welcoming which is great because walking into an law office can be pretty intimidating.
View On GoogleTypes of Product Defects
Design Defects
Design defects mean that a product is inherently dangerous from the outset. In defective automobiles, for example, design defects may lead to brake failure or faulty ignition switches. In children's toys, sharp edges may be part of the design, presenting a risk to children.
Manufacturing Defects
With manufacturing defects, errors in the fabrication or production make the item unsafe. In car safety seats, for example, issues with the materials or craftsmanship could lead to sharp shards of plastic striking passengers during a collision. Poor quality control on an assembly line may result in electronic devices that are prone to electrocution and fires that can cause permanently disfiguring burns.
Insufficient Product Testing
Products should undergo safety testing to ensure they meet industry standards. Unfortunately, some products are rushed onto the market untested, without regard for consumers. Some companies have found ways to circumvent safety testing and clinical trials. The dangers of these untested products may not be apparent until months or even years later.
Distribution and Marketing Defects
A product may be safe, but issues with distribution can result in dangerous defects. An improperly shipped bike, for example, may have a bent or cracked frame that makes accidents more likely. Tires that have been stored in poor conditions could be more prone to blowouts. Sometimes the marketing claims regarding a product are misleading and lead to hazards for consumers.
Speak with Product Liability Attorneys Who Will Fight for You and Your Family
The people of New York City deserve legal advocates who have a strong record of excellence and won't back down in the face of corporations.
Mr. Zucker has built a strong reputation for client-centered legal advocacy in Brooklyn. He is a member of the Brooklyn, New York State, and American Bar Associations, among other prestigious distinctions. Dr. Regev is part of a small number of medical doctors who also practice law. He can use his background in medicine to illustrate the true extent of your losses and help you collect the compensation you truly deserve.
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August 3, 2018
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During a defective product lawsuit, your Brooklyn product liability attorney will seek maximum compensation to cover the injuries and other losses you experienced. There are a few distinct types of compensation we can help you collect:
Settlements
A legal settlement may be reached before a case goes to court. In fact, many product liability lawsuits are resolved prior to an actual trial. Your product liability lawyer will attempt to negotiate a fair settlement that addresses the hardships that you have faced.
Compensatory Damages
If a product liability lawsuit goes to court, compensatory damages are sought by your product liability attorney. These damages are intended to cover your medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering related to the injury caused by the defective product.
Punitive Damages
Punitive damages may also be sought by your product liability lawyer. These are intended to punish the product designer, manufacturer, or distributor for any especially negligent actions. These damages are not tied to any material losses or hardships.
Why You Need a Product Liability Lawyer to Help with Your Legal Claim
If you or a loved one has been injured by a defective product, it's crucial that you speak with a product liability lawyer about your case. The insight and assistance that our Brooklyn law firm provides can help you rebuild your life in the wake of tragedy:
An Objective Case Evaluation
During a free consultation at our personal injury law firm, we can review the details of your case. We will determine if there is a legal claim worth pursuing and help you understand the legal process ahead.Legal Knowledge
Product liability laws are often quite complex. Without a product liability lawyer on your side, it can be easy to get lost in the dense language of these laws without understanding their nuances and applications.Attention to Details and Deadlines
Your attorney can keep your case on track and maintain momentum in the months ahead. They will work within the product liability statute of limitations (three years) and ensure all necessary filings are made on time.Peace of Mind
Your product liability attorney handles every aspect of your case while you deal with the personal toll of a catastrophic injury or wrongful death. Our Brooklyn practice works on contingency, so you pay us nothing unless - and until - we collect compensation for you."I Had a Really Great Result with My Case." New York City Can Count on Our Law Firm
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April 10, 2017
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March 30, 2017
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