Product Liability Attorneys in Mobile, Alabama

Manufacturing companies have a legal obligation for their products to be safe when used correctly and to warn customers of any inherent dangers. Sometimes, however, they fail to do so, and someone may be seriously injured or killed by a defective product. In such cases, the injured party may be able to hold the product’s manufacturer, distributor, seller, and other responsible parties liable for their damages. This is often done through a product liability lawsuit.

However, product liability laws are complicated, and product manufacturers often have high-powered lawyers on their side. They’ll attempt to get you to settle for the lowest amount possible, deny claims altogether and put the blame on you. As such, it’s never a good idea to go up against them without a formidable attorney of your own.

Luckily, our experienced Mobile, Alabama, product liability attorneys have a thorough understanding of product liability laws. We’re fully prepared to handle all legal hurdles needed to fight for optimum compensation for your losses.

So, schedule a free consultation with us to discuss your case and determine the best way to move forward. Call us today to see how we can help.

Our Attorneys Can Make a Big Difference in the Outcome of Your Case

At Caldwell Wenzel & Asthana Injury Lawyers, quality client service is a top priority. In addition, our seasoned attorneys have the necessary experience to achieve the best outcomes in your case. This is reflected in our proven case results and big wins, such as our $8,000,000 medical malpractice settlement. We also come highly recommended by many satisfied clients.

Our attorneys know how to deal with insurance companies and negotiate to settle most cases out of court. However, we’re also successful litigators fully prepared to take your case to trial when necessary.  Renowned for our aggressive approach inside and outside the courtroom, we regularly receive referrals from other firms.

Find Out Whether You Can Bring A Lawsuit for a Fire Caused by a Defective Product

You buy and use many products during the course of your life, and you probably assume that they will be safe and work as they are supposed to. But unsafe products sometimes find their way to the marketplace, and they can and do cause harm.

If you bought a product and used it as intended, only to have a defect in the product cause a harmful fire, you may have grounds for a defective product lawsuit. There are a wide range of defective products that have been known to cause fires, including seemingly innocuous household appliances such as electric heaters, toasters, alarm clocks, electric blankets, refrigerators, oven, hair dryers, and hot water heaters, as well as commercial products and defective auto parts that cause crashes that lead to fires.  These fires can lead to destruction of your home and property, and injuries that can be painful, devastating and even lead to death.

Manufacturers are supposed to ensure that their products are safe when used correctly, and if the product has some inherent danger, they must provide clear warnings. If they fail to do so and you or a loved one has been harmed or someone has died because the defective product caused a fire, it is possible to get compensation for your losses by bringing a fire product liability lawsuit against any responsible party. This may include the manufacturer, wholesaler, designer, distributor, or salesperson of the product liable for the damages caused by the fire.

A product liability action can be brought against all parties who are engaged in placing the product in commerce as a regular business. However, Alabama product liability laws are complicated; insurance companies who are out for profit want to pay out as little as possible; and lawyers for defendants will try to make it seem as if you are to blame for the problem. In such cases, seeking the help of a Mobile burn injury lawyer familiar with the system and experienced in handling product liability cases is crucial for fighting for the compensation you deserve. This lawyer can guide you through the legal process, protect your rights, and help you secure the fair compensation you deserve for your burn injuries.

The seasoned Alabama personal injury lawyer at Caldwell Wenzel & Asthana, including our Mobile, AL spinal cord injury lawyer, offer a free consultation to discuss the circumstances of your defective product situation and determine whether you have a valid case and how much it may be worth. We have the resources to conduct an investigation and locate all parties who may be responsible and find the evidence that will hold them accountable.

The sooner you contact us after the accident, the sooner we can get to work and the greater the chance that we can find the evidence we need while witnesses can be found and evidence is available. Also, Ala. Code. Sec. 6-2-38 sets a statute of limitations, a deadline for filing personal injury claims. In general, you have two years from the date of your accident to file a lawsuit, unless there are exceptions that apply. If you do not file your claim within the two-year period, the courts will probably dismiss your case. Even if you are trying to collect payment from insurance companies, you will have lost the leverage in negotiations of being able to threaten to take your case to court.

Defective Product that Caused a Fire: Legal Case Involving Amazon

A high-profile case of a defective product that resulted in a fire is the subject of a recent lawsuit against Amazon, the world’s largest online retailer. Through Amazon, a Tennessee family purchased an allegedly defective hoverboard, which later caused a fire destroying their $1 million home and risked the lives of their two teenage children.

Amazon had previously sent an email to purchasers that discussed “safety issues” with products containing lithium-ion batteries, including hoverboards. They did this because of an Amazon investigation that revealed fire dangers associated with faulty hoverboards coming from Chinese manufacturers. However, Amazon never notified customers about the results of that investigation.

Although Amazon maintained that it was only an online advertising portal and could not be held liable, the court ruled that by sending that email, Amazon was aware that the warning was necessary. The Pittsburgh Legal Examiner reported that the company settled the lawsuit for an unknown amount ahead of the trial, which had been scheduled for November 2020.

In a successful case for a fire caused by a defective product in Alabama, you may be entitled to a range of damages that include compensatory damages for your economic and non-economic losses, and, in some cases, for punitive damages.

• Economic damages. These are designed to reimburse you for financial costs that have a specific dollar value. Damages may include payment for your current and future medical and rehabilitation bills, property damages, lost wages, diminished earning capacity, and funeral costs in case of death.
• Non-economic damages. These types of damages cover intangible injuries that do not have a specific dollar value. Examples may include pain and suffering, emotional distress, disability, disfigurement, embarrassment, and loss of consortium or enjoyment of life.
• Punitive damages. In some cases, you may also be awarded punitive damages. These serve as a punishment for the defendant’s bad actions and as an example so that others are less likely to engage in similar conduct. Alabama Code Section 6-11-20 limits punitive damages to claims involving death and cases where the defendant acted fraudulently, maliciously, or with “a reckless or conscious disregard of the rights or safety of others.”

Trying to recover after a fire caused by a defective product is overwhelming, as you may have to deal with loss of income from being unable to work, mounting medical, hospital, and rehabilitation bills, and personal property losses, as well as pain and suffering. In such cases, consulting with a Hurricane Sally claims attorney can provide crucial support in navigating the complexities of insurance claims and legal recourse for damages.

Our attorneys understand what you are going through and will deal with handling all legal aspects of your case and negotiations with insurance companies, so you can concentrate on your recovery. We can help by:

• Determining whether you have a valid case and what it may be worth
• Investigating what happened to prove the defendant’s negligence by gathering evidence such as from surveillance cameras and eyewitness, police, and medical reports
• Filing all paperwork in a timely manner
• Hiring experts to testify on your behalf
• Negotiating with insurance companies for a fair settlement
• Taking your case to court if necessary.