In a variety of environments, from private residences to vehicles and workplaces, designers, manufacturers and distributors must take necessary measures to ensure that consumers and employees can safely utilize their products. The following are among the most common classifications of products that can cause serious injuries when defective or dangerous, often leading to product liability lawsuits:
Defective auto products: Seat belts, roof assemblies, brakes, airbags, and tires
Defective construction and workplace equipment: Cranes, forklifts, scissor lifts, man lifts/cherry pickers, safety equipment (harnesses, safety glasses), and unsafe materials (asbestos found in tiles, insulation)
Defective sports and recreation equipment: Baseball bats, paintball guns and masks, football helmets, lacrosse equipment, jungle gyms and other playground equipment
Defective household products: Lawn mowers, power tools (nail guns, saws, sanders), log splitters, kitchen appliances, toys, personal care products
Failure to warn about prescription medications, pharmaceutical, and medical devices