Manufacturers have a responsibility to create and sell products that are safe to use. Rushing to release a product without proper testing is negligent. If a hazard or safety risk exists, consumers should be properly warned. If you have been injured by a defective product, you may have grounds to file a personal injury claim against the manufacturer. The Miami defective product lawyers at Freidin Brown, P.A. can help you with the entire process, from conducting an investigation, establishing liability, to filing a results-driven legal strategy.
Some of the defective product cases we handle:
- Actos Lawsuit
- Airbag Failure
- Auto Defects
- Avandia Lawsuit
- Dangerous & Defective Drugs
- Defective Fuel Systems
- Door Latch Defects
- Hazardous Toy Recall
- Heparin Lawsuit
- Fosamax Lawsuit
- Ortho Evra Lawsuit
- Pradaxa Lawsuit
- ReNu Lawsuit
- Roof Crush
- Tire Tread Separation & Blowouts
- Seat Back Defects
- Trasylol Lawsuit
- Vytorin Lawsuit
- Yaz Lawsuit
We work diligently to help clients secure compensation for:
- Lost wages
- Rehabilitative care
- Medical care
- Lost earning capacity
Victim of a Defective Product in Miami? Let Us Help You Seek Justice!
Understanding Your Rights as a Consumer
A person injured while using a product that was manufactured or marketed in a defective or dangerous way may be able to recover damages in a product liability lawsuit. This area of law is based on the responsibility of a manufacturer or other provider to compensate users of the goods for injuries caused by defective or dangerous products that it placed into the stream of commerce.
Companies that provide these products are usually in the best position to prevent defective products from entering the marketplace, so if they fail to do so, they should be held accountable. A Miami personal injury lawyer at Freidin Brown, P.A. can advise you on whether you have a claim against a manufacturer or seller and help you recover the damages to which you are entitled.
The following are some possible legal theories that can be argued in a products liability case.
- Negligence – Negligence is a lack of reasonable care in the manufacture or sale of a product or in warning about the product.
- Breach of warranty – Breach of warranty is the failure to fulfill the terms of a promise regarding a product’s performance.
- Misrepresentation – Giving consumers a false sense of security about a product’s safety is a type of misrepresentation.
- Strict liability – Where a product’s defect, although not the fault of the defendant, rendered the product unreasonably dangerous, the defendant is therefore responsible under the theory of strict liability.
Although there is no limit to the list of products that could form the basis of a products liability suit, some of the more common product categories include apparel, asbestos, chemicals, cosmetics, firearms, food, machinery and tools, medical products and devices, motor vehicles, pharmaceutical products, children’s toys, recreational products, household appliances, and tobacco.
Million-Dollar Results. Nine Decades of Combined Experience.
Our firm has recovered millions of dollars in compensation for injured individuals in Miami and Fort Myers. We are not intimidated by powerful manufacturing companies when standing up to protect the rights of our clients. Whether your case plays out inside or outside of court, you can rest assured in knowing that your case is in good hands. Our legal team, which includes two board certified trial lawyers, has 100 years of collective experience. We are equipped to tackle even the most complex kinds of cases.
Contact Our Experienced Miami Defective Product Lawyers to File a Claim Today
Being unexpectedly injured by a product can be a difficult situation. We wish to help you during this distressing time. As soon as you enlist our top-notch services, we will begin working to resolve it in the most positive manner possible. Worried about your financial situation? We accept personal injury cases on a contingency fee basis, which means we don’t charge legal fees unless we recover compensation. If you are ready to file an injury claim, we can guide you through the entire process. Contact us today to discuss your case with an experienced Miami product liability lawyer.
FAQs for Our Miami Defective Product Lawyers
What are the primary legal theories for defective product claims in Miami?
In Florida, defective product claims typically fall under three main legal theories:
- Design defects – where the product is inherently unsafe due to its design, even when used as intended.
- Manufacturing defects – where a flaw occurs during the production process, making the product unsafe.
- Failure to warn (marketing defects) – where the manufacturer fails to provide adequate instructions or warnings about risks.
Our legal team at Freidin Brown, P.A. builds strong product liability cases by identifying which theory—or combination—applies and working with engineering and safety experts to prove the defect caused your injury.
How does Florida’s comparative fault law affect defective product cases?
Florida now follows a modified comparative fault system. If you’re found to be partially at fault for your injury—such as by misusing the product—your compensation may be reduced by your percentage of fault. However, if you’re found to be more than 50% at fault, you may be barred from recovering damages altogether. At Freidin Brown, P.A., our lawyers are skilled in countering blame-shifting tactics and presenting evidence that minimizes your fault while focusing on the product’s dangerous defect.
What is the statute of limitations for product liability claims in Florida?
You generally have four years from the date of injury to file a product liability claim in Florida. If the claim involves a wrongful death caused by a defective product, the deadline is two years. Time may also be limited by Florida’s 12-year statute of repose for certain products. Our defective product lawyers at Freidin Brown, P.A., act quickly to assess your case, preserve crucial evidence, and ensure your claim is filed within the applicable deadlines.
Who can be held liable in a defective product case in Miami, Florida?
Multiple parties along the supply chain may be liable, including the product manufacturer, distributor, retailer, or design firm. Even component part manufacturers can be held responsible if their part caused the defect. Our legal team at Freidin Brown, P.A. conducts in-depth investigations to identify every liable party and pursue full accountability for the injuries caused by a dangerous or defective product.
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