In most cases, products go through a long process from creation to purchase. This means that many different parties produce, handle, and inspect this product before it ever reaches you. Any of these people, including the retailer of the product, could be held liable for your injuries. Below, we list common liable parties in a defective product case.
Manufacturer: Manufacturers come in all shapes and sizes, from large international companies to a few people working from home. Regardless of their size, manufacturers are responsible for producing a safe product. These products involve both parts of larger products and products within themselves. Retailer: When a retailer advertises a product, they imply that they believe the product to be suitable for use by their consumers. Even if the retailer has no involvement in the manufacture of the product, they can still be held responsible. It is not necessary that you be the one who bought or used the defective product in order to sue a retailer. Wholesaler: This is the “middleman” between the manufacturer and the retailer. Like the retailer, they advertise the sale of products they believe to be safe.