When a product hits the shelves, the company that sells it is responsible for ensuring it is safe for consumer use. When a product has an underlying flaw that makes it unreasonably dangerous, it’s considered a defective product. If a consumer uses the product in its intended manner and gets hurt, they may be entitled to significant compensation for the damages they’ve incurred. Please continue reading to learn about the most common defective products and contact a skilled Prince George’s County Product Liability Lawyer who can help you navigate your legal options. 

What types of product defects are most common?

All products, from simple household goods to the most complex automobile parts, can be considered defective. If a product has an underlying flaw that makes it unreasonably dangerous because of its design, manufacturing, or marketing, it is considered defective. The following include but are not limited to some of the most common defective products:

  • Children’s toys: Understandably, if you’re a parent, it can be alarming to learn that they can come with several different features meant to entertain but are unsafe for children. In some cases, a toy may be advertised to be safe for the wrong ages, which can harm a young child.
  • Food: This may come as a surprise, but food can be considered defective if manufactured poorly or marketed incorrectly. For instance, it may be falsely advertised as safe for individuals with specific diets.
  • Appliances: Household appliances such as stoves, blenders, hair dryers, washers, water heaters, and other devices can be defective. They may have an underlying flaw that makes them unreasonably dangerous, potentially causing a fire.
  • Motor vehicles: While most car accidents stem from driver error, many involve defective auto parts. Vehicles are compiled of various components. Defects can exist in the airbags, braking system, steering wheel, seat belts, tires, and more.
  • Medications: Although pharmaceutical drugs undergo extensive testing before hitting the consumer market, the assessments sometimes fail to detect all the harmful effects they may cause.
  • Medical devices: Despite a medical device being appropriately designed, it can become defective due to issues with the manufacturing process. When patients receive defective medical devices, they can cause serious illness, injury, or even death. Defects can exist in surgical tools, implanted devices, pacemakers, etc.

Should I consult a lawyer?

If a defective product has injured you, it’s crucial to retain the legal services of an experienced attorney who can protect your legal rights. Unfortunately, product liability cases can be challenging to prove. Due to the complexities of a product liability claim, having an adept lawyer on your side is advisable to maximize your chances of achieving the best possible outcome for your case.

At Timian & Fawcett, LLC, we are prepared to help protect your legal interests and conduct a thorough investigation to determine the cause of the accident. Our legal team can help you hold the responsible parties accountable for their negligence.