Defective Product Liability Lawyer

Defective product liability refers to the simple fact that if a company produces or distributes a dangerous, defective product, they are liable for any injuries that result.

Product liability can be a factor in:

Accidents caused by automobile & truck tire defects
Injury or death caused by defective medical devices or pharmaceutical drugs
Vehicle roll-over accidents involving SUVs or ATVs
Injury to a child caused by a defective or dangerous toy
Workplace injuries caused by defective equipment or tools

If you or a loved one have been seriously injured by a defective product, contact a Lake Charles product liability lawyer at the Townsley Law Firm today for a free initial consultation by calling toll free (800) 433-3305 or by submitting the form on this page.

Louisiana Products Liability Act

Product liability claims are, in general, covered under the Louisiana Products Liability Act ("LPLA"). Under the Louisiana Products Liability Act, manufacturers can be held liable for a product that is "unreasonably dangerous" in one of the following ways:

in its construction or composition
in its design
because the manufacturer fails to provide a proper and sufficient warning of hazards
because it does not conform to an express warranty made by the manufacturer

A person who is injured by a dangerous product may be entitled to compensation for damages including:

Compensatory Damages - Compensatory damages may include compensation for medical expenses, reimbursement of lost wages, and reimbursement for property damaged as a result of the defective product
Loss of Consortium - If the injury caused by a product defect results in the deprivation of the benefits of a family relationship, you and your spouse may be able to recover these damages.

Defective Products in the Workplace

When a workplace injury is caused by a defective product such as a piece of machinery, a tool, or other equipment, a third-party negligence suit may be brought against the manufacturer of the defective product. In such cases, a product liability claim may be made concurrent with a Worker's Compensation claim.

Duty to Provide Safe Products

Manufacturers have a duty to provide safe products. When they breach that duty, they jeopardize the health, safety, and lives of innocent consumers. Product liability laws exist to protect consumers by making manufacturers liable for the injuries their products cause.

Contact a Product Liability Lawyer

If you or a loved one have been seriously injured by a defective product, you should seek counsel from an experienced product liability lawyer. The Louisiana product liability lawyers of the Townsley Law Firm can evaluate your case and help you assess your options for claiming compensation you may be entitled to.