Product liability laws cover a wide range of products and services to protect consumers from harm caused by defects or negligence. These laws apply to virtually any product you purchase, including food, medicine, automobiles, electronics, toys, and even clothing. They are designed to hold manufacturers, distributors, and retailers accountable for selling faulty or unsafe products. …
It can be difficult to determine liability when you purchase a defective product. So, who is responsible if a product defect is caused by a distributor mishandling or modifying it? Generally, Florida does not hold a consumer accountable for product defects caused by someone else. In fact, the distributor may hold liability for any injuries …
The cost of hiring a defective products lawyer is often nothing up front, with the lawyer instead taking a portion of your settlement if they win money for you. The more experience the attorney has with your type of case, the more likely they are to win it and get you a better settlement deal. …
In Florida, almost every regulated or approved product that’s available in the state is subject to product liability law. This also applies to any product that’s manufactured in the state. While hundreds of thousands of products are subject to the law, there are a few that are more commonly seen in lawsuits. If you’ve been …
Product defects are a major concern for manufacturers, retailers, and consumers. Product defects can cause serious injuries or even death. There are many different types of product defects that can occur with a wide range of products, including pharmaceuticals, medical devices, food, and tobacco products. A Fort Myers product liability lawyer can help you determine …
Product liability negligence refers to a company’s failure to meet the legal standard of care in the manufacturing or design of a product. The law requires that manufacturers take reasonable steps to ensure that their products are safe for consumers. When they fail to do so, they can be held liable for any injuries resulting …
It’s disappointing when you buy a product, and it doesn’t work the way you thought it would. But it’s even more upsetting when a product you bought results in a severe injury. However, you can hold the manufacturers accountable and get financial compensation for your pain. Our attorneys at Viles & Beckman have seen a …
While we are proud to call Fort Myers home, we are also more than happy to help injured people living anywhere in the Sunshine State. In fact, we’ve even been known to travel all around the country just to meet our clients’ needs.
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