Defective Products & Liability

Whether a household appliance, child’s toy, automobile, medication, or even food product, defective products can result in serious or even life-threatening injuries. We use and consume products every day giving little or no thought as to whether they are safe. Naturally, we assume the goods we buy and use are safe, but unfortunately many contain a design flaw, are defective, or even contaminated. If you or a loved one has suffered an injury because of a defective product it is important to seek the legal guidance of an experienced product liability lawyer in Kansas City immediately. At The O’Connor Law Firm we understand the impact to a person’s life that can be caused due to a serious injury by a defective product including physical and financial loss. We provide the legal support and representation necessary to hold those who were negligent responsible for their actions.
Product liability cases typically involve defective manufacturing, defective design, or defective marketing. According to the CPSC (Consumer Product Safety Commission) there were more than 262,000 injuries to children caused by defective toys in 2011. The number of cases involving dangerous or defective products is truly alarming, and a growing concern in the U.S.

Defective Products that Often Result in Injury in Kansas City, Missouri

Literally any type of product can be defective, whether a product such as food is contaminated, there is an error or mistake in manufacturing, or a flaw in the design of a product. There are countless examples, however some of the most common products involved in lawsuits include:

• Medical devices
• Automobiles or their components (tires, air bags, etc.)
• Prescription medications
• Toys
• Food products
• Safety equipment
• Chemicals
• Industrial equipment
• Many more…

While many products may not have a manufacturing defect or design flaw, they may still be potentially dangerous and must be properly labeled in terms of use instructions or warnings to the consumer. For instance, mini-blinds include warning labels advising consumers of the dangers of a child getting strangled in cords used to adjust the blinds. When a manufacturer fails to provide proper warning or use instruction, the company may be held liable for injury and monetary damages.

Contact The O’Connor Law Firm Today

Cases involving defective products can be complex and complicated. It is often difficult to determine the party or parties who should be held responsible, and in some cases more than one party may be involved. Those who are injured because of a faulty product deserve compensation of medical costs, lost income, emotional trauma, and other related expenses. Our Kansas City personal injury attorneys are dedicated to recovering the full damages you deserve, whether through securing a fair settlement or going to trial. Contact The O’Connor Law Firm immediately for a free consultation at 816-567-MATT.