Product Liability Claims: When a Defective Product Causes Injury
By Dion Macbeth, California attorney
A product injury investigation looks at the product, the way it was designed and made, the warnings provided, and how the incident occurred. Preserving the product itself is often essential.
Preserve the product and its history
Do not repair, discard, or alter the product. Keep packaging, instructions, receipts, serial numbers, photographs, medical records, and names of everyone who handled it after the incident.
The supply chain may include many parties
A claim may involve a manufacturer, designer, distributor, retailer, or another participant. Early notice and preservation can prevent evidence from disappearing while responsibility is evaluated.
Common Questions
Further Detail
Claims commonly involve design defects, manufacturing defects, or inadequate warnings and instructions, depending on the product and applicable law.
Get legal advice first. Returning or discarding the product can make later inspection and proof more difficult.
Legal Guidance
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