Queens Product Liability Lawyers

Americans spend trillions of dollars each year buying products for their workplaces, homes, or for entertainment. When making a purchase, a consumer does so with the belief that the item that she has chosen will not cause grievous injury or illness when used properly. It is an unfortunate reality, however, that defectively designed, improperly built, or incorrectly stored and handled goods routinely threaten the safety of those persons who buy or use them. In some instances the effects might be as minor as a small bruise, but in the most severe cases a dangerous product may prove deadly.

If you have been injured or sickened by a defective, malfunctioning, or dangerous product, you may be able to hold the manufacturer or another responsible party accountable for the harm that you have suffered. To ensure that you fully understand your legal rights in this matter, contact the Queens product liability lawyers of Parker Waichman Alonso, LLP at 1-888-244-2273.

Different Consumer Threats

The nature of the possible adverse effects and the potential severity of injuries and illnesses depend heavily upon the kind of product in question and its intended use. Toxic foods, for example, are likely to cause illness as opposed to any external physical injury, and there is a much greater probability that a kitchen appliance will cause an injury rather than an illness. In any case, a consumer who is hurt by a dangerous product may be able to seek financial compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and other damages associated with its use. The following are some of the most commonly encountered hazards:

• Design defects – in which all correctly produced items of a particular variety will share the same flaw
• Manufacturing defects – in which a portion of the production run was incorrectly built or assembled
• Food poisoning due to improper storage, screening, or other factors
• Lead paint poisoning – especially in toys and other products for children
• Choking hazards
• Electrical shock, fire, or burn hazards

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We are passionately committed to helping injured consumers obtain the financial compensation that they are rightfully due. Contact the Queens product liability lawyers of Parker Waichman Alonso, LLP at 1-888-244-2273 for more information on what we can do to help you.