Thousands of Americans are harmed by defective products each year. When injuries occur due to recalled or defective products, plaintiffs can file product liability injury claims with the assistance of a qualified product liability attorney.
According to the following federal agencies, 4,000 harmful products were recalled in the last reporting year:
2,789 recalls were issued by The Food and Drug Administration
Over 400 products were recalled by The Consumer Product Safety Commission
93 various children’s products were recalled
More than 300,000 dangerous drugs were pulled from shelves
As consumers, we have a right to know if any of the products we have purchased have proven harmful to others. Auto dealerships send notices to customers warning of recalled car parts. However, most purchases are not as easily traced.
Most consumers discover their baby’s swing or recently bought produce is harmful through news outlets. Periodically checking recall alert agencies may prevent you or members of your family from dangerous products or drugs.
When a product is determined to be defective, the company is liable for any foreseeable injuries that are in part caused by the defective condition of the product. Rightful compensation can include medical costs, long-term disability in the case of permanent injury, and other damages that may include pain and suffering and lost wages.
Holding companies responsible for dangerous products released to the market is only fair for consumers and victims. When a product liability case is filed and a settlement or verdict is reached, large punitive damages aim to make America a safer place, discourage corporations from cutting corners, and failing to properly test their own products before being released to the public.