Committed to Protecting Consumers in Oregon
When you purchase a product, you have a reasonable expectation that it will be safe to use as intended. Unfortunately, this is not always the case. Thousands of people are injured each year due to dangerous and defective products. If you or your loved one suffered harm, you may be entitled to compensation for your medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and other damages.
At Pacific Cascade Legal, we are passionate about helping our clients secure the maximum recovery they are owed. We handle a wide range of personal injury cases, including those involving defective and dangerous products. We can help you understand your rights and options and, if necessary, aggressively advocate for you in court.
Contact us today at (541) 329-7455 to schedule a free case consultation.
Types of Product Liability Cases We Handle
Product liability is an area of the law that holds manufacturers, suppliers, and other entities responsible for injuries caused by dangerous, defective, and/or mislabeled products. These cases can involve a wide range of consumer goods, from household appliances to prescription medications.
Our firm handles all types of product liability cases, including those involving:
- Defective auto parts and vehicles
- Defective children’s toys
- Defective medical devices
- Defective pharmaceutical drugs
- Defective sports and recreation equipment
- Defective consumer products
- Defective workplace products
- Defective tools
- Defective household appliances
- Defective safety equipment
- Defective machinery and equipment
- Defective power tools
- Defective electronics
- Defective construction materials
- Defective materials and substances
- Defective firearms
- Defective food and beverages
- Defective cosmetics
When you choose our firm, you can be confident that we will take the time to understand your unique needs and circumstances. We will help you explore all available legal avenues and, if necessary, fight for you in court. Our Eugene product liability attorneys are skilled negotiators and litigators who are not afraid to go to trial on your behalf. We have a proven track record of success and know what it takes to win.
Common Types of Product Defects
Product liability cases can involve any type of product that is sold to consumers. To have a successful product liability claim, you must be able to prove that the product was defective or unreasonably dangerous in some way.
There are generally three types of defects that can make a product unreasonably dangerous:
- Design defects: These defects are present in the product from the beginning, as they are inherent in the product’s design. This means that every product of this type will be defective. An example of a design defect is a car that is designed with a steering system that is prone to malfunctioning, making it difficult to steer and control the vehicle. If you are injured in a car accident caused by a design defect, you may have a valid product liability claim.
- Manufacturing defects: These defects occur during the product’s assembly or manufacturing. As a result, only some of the products of this type will be defective. Using the car example again, a manufacturing defect could occur if the steering system is installed improperly, making it prone to malfunctioning. If you are injured in a car accident caused by a manufacturing defect, you may be able to file a product liability claim against the manufacturer.
- Labeling defects: These defects involve a failure to provide adequate warnings or instructions about the product’s proper use. A product may also have a labeling defect if it is marketed or labeled in a way that is misleading or deceptive. For example, if a prescription drug does not come with warnings about potentially dangerous side effects, the manufacturer of the drug may be liable for any injuries that result from the use of the drug.
How Can a Product Liability Lawyer in Eugene Help Me?
Product liability cases can be incredibly complex, and they often involve going up against large corporations with extensive resources. By hiring an experienced product liability lawyer in Eugene, you can level the playing field and fight for the maximum compensation you are owed.
At Pacific Cascade Legal, we can handle all aspects of your case, including:
- Conducting a comprehensive investigation into the product and the circumstances surrounding your injuries
- Gathering evidence, such as medical records, photographs, and eyewitness statements, to support your claim
- Working with experts, such as engineers and medical professionals, to help us understand the defect and how it caused your injuries
- Calculating the value of your claim and fighting for the maximum compensation you are owed
- Handling all communications with the manufacturer and their insurance company
- Negotiating a fair settlement on your behalf
- Representing you in court, if necessary
Our firm is passionate about helping our clients secure the compensation they are entitled to. We know what it takes to win these types of cases, and we will fight tirelessly for you. Our Eugene product liability attorneys will take the time to understand your unique needs and circumstances, and we will help you explore all available legal avenues.
Call us today at (541) 329-7455 or contact us online to request a free consultation with one of our product liability attorneys in Eugene.