When you purchase a product, you don’t expect it to injure you or someone else. When a product does cause damage, you may have the right to file a product liability claim.
Product liability claims can be complex and require a deep understanding of Washington’s product liability laws and how to apply them to the facts of your case. You need the assistance of an experienced Seattle product liability attorney to help you get the compensation and justice you deserve.
At Seattle Injury Law, our Seattle personal injury lawyers have the experience, skills, and resources to prove your claim and help you recover maximum compensation. Let us help you with your Seattle product liability claim.
Call (800) 928-5486 or complete the short form on our contact page to schedule a free consultation to discuss your claim. We look forward to meeting you, answering your questions, and explaining your rights. If we represent you, we will work tirelessly to recover all damages you are entitled to.
Why Injury Victims Trust Seattle Injury Law
Injury victims across Seattle turn to Seattle Injury Law because of our proven track record, relentless advocacy, and unwavering commitment to justice.
When you work with us for your product liability claim, you get:
- Integrity – We won’t take your case unless we believe it has merit and that we can help you recover the full compensation you deserve.
- Experience – We have protected the rights of injury victims for over twenty years.
- Results – We have recovered over $300 million in settlements and verdicts for our clients.
- Tenacity – We leave no stone unturned when investigating the facts of your injury, determining causation and liability, and uncovering the evidence needed to build your strongest case.
What Is Product Liability?
Product liability is a legal theory that holds all parties in the chain of manufacturing or selling a product liable for the damages it causes.
When you purchase a product, you have the right to expect it to perform as intended. You do not expect the product to harm you or someone else. When a defective product injures you, you may have a product liability right of action.
Washington’s Product Liability Laws
The manufacturer and the seller of a defective product may be held liable for damages caused by the product.
The Revised Code of Washington §7.72.030 states in part: “A product manufacturer is subject to liability to a claimant if the claimant’s harm was proximately caused by the negligence of the manufacturer in that the product was not reasonably safe as designed or not reasonably safe because adequate warnings or instructions were not provided.”
Manufacturers can be held liable for damages caused by a product when:
- The product design was not reasonably safe
- The manufacturer failed to provide adequate warnings or instructions
- The manufacturer did not alert consumers to the danger after finding a defect in the product
- The product was distributed in a condition different from the standards of other goods in the same product line
The sellers of a product that causes damage may be held liable when:
- No manufacturer in the state can be held liable
- The court finds that it is unlikely the injury victim could recover damages from the manufacturer
- The seller concealed vital information about the product or misrepresented the product
- The product was made unsafe due to the seller’s negligence
- The seller breached an express product warranty
An experienced Seattle product liability attorney can apply these elements to your case to prove your claim and help you recover full compensation.
Damages Available in Seattle Product Liability Claims
In a successful Seattle product liability claim, you may be able to recover economic and non-economic damages.
Economic damages include medical expenses, lost wages, property damages, and other costs and losses caused by your injury.
Non-economic damages include pain and suffering, mental and emotional distress, loss of enjoyment of life, and other intangible damages caused by your injury.
Our product liability attorneys help ensure all your current and future damages are included and accurately valued to maximize your compensation.
Reasons You Need a Seattle Product Liability Lawyer
Product liability claims can be complex and challenging. You need the help of an attorney who is experienced with them and has a proven record of success.
An experienced Seattle product liability attorney can investigate your accident to help identify all causes and potentially liable parties. They can help uncover the evidence necessary to prove your case and work to build the strongest case possible.
They will also help ensure that all your current and future damages are accurately valued so you know what a fair settlement of your claim would be. Your attorney will negotiate for a fair and quick settlement of your claim. If that is not possible, they will take your case to trial to recover the compensation you deserve.
Whether a defective product caused a car accident, a burn injury, or even a wrongful death, you deserve to be represented by an experienced Seattle product liability lawyer. This will give you peace of mind that your claim is being handled effectively while you focus on healing.
Reach Out to Seattle Injury Law Today For a Free Consultation
At Seattle Injury Law, our product liability attorneys have recovered over $300 million in client compensation, and we want to help you get the financial settlement you deserve.
Call (800) 928-5486 or visit our contact page to schedule your free consultation.