Category Archive: Product Liability

Understanding Product Liability Lawsuits in New Jersey

In New Jersey, product liability cases fall under the New Jersey Product Liability Act (NJPLA). This law protects consumers by holding manufacturers, distributors, and retailers liable for injuries caused by unsafe products. Whether a product is inherently dangerous, poorly manufactured, or improperly labeled, a victim can file a claim with the help of a defective products attorney.

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A product is deemed defective if it isn’t reasonably safe for its read more

The cosmetic industry is a multi-billion dollar chain of commerce that relies on consumers to purchase and use products directly on their skin - often multiple times per day. Although most products are carefully vetted through a series of safety and quality checks, this is not always the case. While the FDA states that it is the company’s legal responsibility to ensure the safety of its products, sometimes, they fail to do so. In some instances, products are misbranded, omitting important information from their labels and marketing. In other read more

NY Defective Products are in our everyday lives, it can sometimes seem like everything has a warning label. Of course, you wouldn’t use your hair dryer while taking a bath, but there’s a warning label advising you not to do this anyway. The reason that’s so is that if a product caused the injury that way and didn’t include such a warning, the company could be sued for product liability in relation to the costs the injury caused. Product liability lawyers have a lot of experience dealing with product liability cases and in the event that you have read more

Every year, thousands of people are injured in New York by defective or dangerous products, such as personal care items, medical devices, or even an auto mechanical error. The term “strict product liability” essentially refers to a seller or manufacturer being held responsible, regardless of intent, for selling or placing a defective product into the hands of a consumer.  If you are injured by a defective product don't hesitate to contact a personal injury lawyer today. [get-in-touch-with-us id="1"]

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