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Types of compensatory damages awarded in product liability include lost earnings, destroyed property, medical expenses, physical impairment, disfigurement, loss of enjoyment Of life, emotional distress, and loss of consortium. Introduction to product liability law | The Hanover Insurance Group hanover.com hanover-risk-solutions intr hanover.com hanover-risk-solutions intr
Defective Designdesigns makes product inherently dangerous: A persons face, neck and back were burned because the pressure cooker he was using could be opened before it was depressurized. The plaintiff opened the cooker ing to its design, and the scalding contents sprayed onto the plaintiff. Examples of Cases That Can Result in Product Liability nycbar.org personal-injury-and-accidents nycbar.org personal-injury-and-accidents
With regard to products liability, a defendant is liable when the plaintiff proves that the product is defective, regardless of the defendants intent. It is irrelevant whether the manufacturer or supplier exercised great care; if there is a defect in the product that causes harm, he or she will be liable for it. products liability | Wex | US Law | LII / Legal Information Institute cornell.edu wex productsliability cornell.edu wex productsliability
For example, a car manufacturer could make a mistake installing the brakes on a car. If the brakes fail and cause an accident, that would be considered a manufacturing defect. A toy box was defectively manufactured the hinges were not installed properly on the lid.
A poorly designed SUV that has the tendency to roll over when the driver takes a curve. A badly designed coffee maker that sprays hot liquid on users causing burn injuries. An inclined sleeper that could cause children to accidentally suffocate as a result of defective design.
Product liability is a doctrine that gives plaintiffs a cause of action if they encounter a defective consumer item. This doctrine can fall under negligence, but it is generally associated with strict liability, meaning that defendants can be held liable regardless of their intent or knowledge. product liability | Wex | US Law | LII / Legal Information Institute cornell.edu wex productliability cornell.edu wex productliability
Defective Design A manufacturer must take care to design safe products. When a product isnt safe and it results in an injury, you may have a lawsuit for a defective product based on bad product design. An example of a defective design is a vehicle thats likely to roll over in an accident.
Important evidence to have includes: Defective product itself (preserve the product as best you can) All receipts, sales contracts, and other documents concerning the product. Documentation of injuries (i.e. photos, medical records, accident reports) Medical bills and payroll records to prove your financial losses.