When you buy a product, you expect it to work safely as intended. Whether it’s a household appliance, children’s toy, or medical device, consumers have the right to trust that manufacturers have done their job properly. Unfortunately, defective products reach the market every day, causing serious injuries and sometimes death. Products liability law exists to protect consumers and hold companies accountable when their products cause harm.
At Boston Injury Law Group, we fight for victims who have been injured by dangerous or defective products. Our experienced attorneys understand the complex legal issues surrounding product liability cases and work tirelessly to ensure that manufacturers face consequences for putting profits over safety. If a defective product has harmed you or someone you care about, we’re here to help you seek justice and fair compensation.
Why You Need a Products Liability Lawyer
Proving that a product is defective and caused your injuries involves more than showing that you were hurt while using it. Product liability cases require extensive investigation, technical expertise, and a deep understanding of manufacturing processes and safety standards. Companies and their insurance providers have teams of lawyers and experts working to minimize their liability and reduce payouts to victims.
An experienced products liability lawyer levels the playing field. They gather critical evidence, work with engineers and safety experts, and build compelling cases that demonstrate how the product failed and why the manufacturer should be held responsible. Without proper legal representation, victims often settle for far less than they deserve or see their claims denied entirely.
These cases also involve strict deadlines and nuanced legal procedures. A skilled attorney ensures that all paperwork is filed correctly and on time while handling negotiations with multiple parties, including manufacturers, distributors, and retailers. Most importantly, they fight to recover the full compensation you need to cover medical bills, lost wages, and the pain and suffering caused by someone else’s negligence.
Our Products Liability Legal Services
Here’s what you can expect if you choose Boston Injury Law Group to help you seek compensation for the damages caused by a defective product:
Case Evaluation & Free Consultation
Every product liability case begins with understanding precisely what happened. During your free consultation, we examine the defective product, review your medical records, and discuss how the incident occurred. This initial evaluation helps us determine the strength of your case and identify all potentially liable parties.
Investigation & Expert Analysis
Building a successful product liability case requires a thorough investigation and expert testimony. Our team works with qualified engineers, safety specialists, and medical professionals to analyze the defective product and document how it caused your injuries. We also research the product’s history, including any recalls, safety warnings, or previous complaints from other consumers.
Types of Defects We Handle
- Design defects occur when a product is inherently unsafe due to poor design choices. Even when manufactured correctly, these products pose unreasonable risks to users. Examples include cars with a tendency to roll over or tools that lack necessary safety guards.
- Manufacturing defects happen during the production process when something goes wrong, creating products that don’t match their intended design. A batch of contaminated medication or a bicycle with improperly welded joints would fall into this category.
- Marketing defects involve failures to provide adequate warnings or instructions. This includes prescription drugs that don’t warn about serious side effects or power tools that lack proper safety instruction for use.
Claim Filing & Negotiation
Once we’ve built a strong case, we handle all communications with manufacturers, distributors, and their insurance companies. Our attorneys are skilled negotiators who understand the tactics these companies use to minimize payouts. We present compelling evidence and fight for settlements that truly reflect the harm you’ve suffered.
Litigation & Trial
When companies refuse to offer fair settlements, we’re prepared to take your case to court. Our trial lawyers have experience presenting complex product liability cases to judges and juries, using expert testimony and visual aids to explain how the defective product caused your injuries.
Common Products Involved in Liability Cases
Product defects can affect virtually any manufactured item:
- Household appliances like defective space heaters, faulty electrical devices, or malfunctioning kitchen equipment cause fires, explosions, and electrocutions every year.
- Children’s products present particular concerns, with recalled toys, cribs, and car seats regularly making headlines for serious safety flaws.
- Medical devices and pharmaceuticals are another major category of product liability cases. From defective hip implants to dangerous prescription drugs, these products can cause life-altering complications when they fail to work as intended. The consequences often require extensive medical treatment and can permanently impact your quality of life.
- Motor vehicle and automotive parts also frequently involve product defects. Faulty brakes, defective airbags, and tire blowouts can cause catastrophic accidents.
- Industrial and workplace equipment failures can lead to serious injuries on the job, while everyday consumer goods like tools, furniture, and electronics can pose unexpected dangers when poorly designed or manufactured.
Massachusetts Products Liability Law
Massachusetts follows a strict liability standard for product defect cases. This means you don’t need to prove that the manufacturer was careless or negligent, only that the product was defective and caused your injury. This legal standard makes it easier for consumers to hold companies accountable for defective products.
The state also has strong consumer protection laws that provide additional remedies for victims of defective products. Massachusetts General Law Chapter 93A allows consumers to recover double or triple damages when companies engage in unfair or deceptive practices.
However, product liability claims must be filed within three years of when you discovered or should have discovered your injury. This statute of limitations makes it essential to act quickly if you suspect a defective product caused your harm. Massachusetts also applies comparative negligence rules, which means your compensation could be reduced if you were partially at fault for the accident.
What Compensation Can You Seek?
Product liability cases can result in significant compensation for victims and their families. This might include:
- Medical expenses covering not just your immediate treatment but also ongoing rehabilitation, physical therapy, and future medical care related to your injuries. This extends to surgeries, medications, medical equipment, and any modifications needed to your home or vehicle.
- Lost wages and reduced earning capacity are also recoverable. If your injuries prevent you from working or limit your ability to earn income, we can pursue compensation for these financial losses. This includes both the wages you’ve already lost and the income you’ll lose in the future due to your injuries.
- Pain and suffering damages acknowledge the physical discomfort and emotional distress caused by defective products. Permanent disability or disfigurement can dramatically impact your quality of life, and the law recognizes that these losses deserve compensation.
- Punitive damages may be available in cases involving particularly reckless behavior by manufacturers. These damages are designed to punish companies and deter similar conduct in the future.
Why Choose Boston Injury Law Group?
Our attorneys have extensive experience handling complex product liability cases against major corporations and their legal teams. We understand the technical aspects of these cases and have built strong relationships with expert witnesses and investigators who help us construct compelling arguments.
We take an aggressive approach when representing clients against large companies and insurance providers. These organizations have significant resources and experienced legal teams, so you need equally skilled representation to protect your rights. Our track record of successful settlements and verdicts demonstrates our ability to secure fair outcomes for our clients.
Throughout the process, we maintain clear communication and keep you informed about every development in your case. We understand that dealing with serious injuries is stressful enough without worrying about legal complexities. Our client-first approach ensures you always know what’s happening and have input into important decisions.
Most importantly, we work on a contingency fee basis, which means you pay nothing unless we win your case. This arrangement allows you to pursue justice without worrying about upfront legal costs.
How to Get Started
Here’s how to begin the process of recovering compensation for a faulty product:
- Step 1 – Contact us for a free consultation to discuss your case. We’ll examine the defective product, review your medical records, and explain your legal options.
- Step 2 – If you decide to move forward, we immediately begin investigating your case and working with experts to document the product defect and your injuries.
- Step 3 – We pursue all available avenues for compensation, whether through settlement negotiations or trials, to secure the maximum recovery possible for your case.
Contact Our Boston Products Liability Lawyers Today
If a defective product has caused you harm, don’t wait to seek legal help. Evidence can disappear, witnesses’ memories can fade, and deadlines can pass. The sooner you contact us, the stronger we can make your case.
At Boston Injury Law Group, we fight for justice and fair compensation for injured consumers. Our experienced attorneys understand what it takes to hold manufacturers accountable and will work tirelessly to protect your rights. Contact us today for a free consultation and take the first step toward getting the compensation you deserve.
