Almost everyone you know probably owns a pair of wireless earbuds. In addition to producing high-quality audio and boasting features like noise cancellation, wireless earbuds are portable and hassle-free. However, everyday gadgets, such as earbuds, could be hazardous...
Dangerous and Defective Products
Bmw Warns Of Old Vehicles With Dangerous Defective Airbags
Airbags are one of the most critical lifelines in any motor vehicle. They cushion drivers and passengers from hitting the automobile’s interior in a collision, preventing injury. But airbags aren’t safe from manufacturing defects; they can cause injury or death when...
3 types of product liability claims
In any industry, a product goes through a series of processes before it ends up in the hands of the consumer. Consequently, consumers expect the end products to be safe and overall well-made. Unfortunately, there are still defective products that end up in stores,...
When can someone sue for a defective car part?
Motor vehicle accidents happen all too often on Kentucky roads. The state police report hundreds of deaths and thousands of serious injuries yearly. A traveler may consider filing a lawsuit against a manufacturer after experiencing an automotive accident or vehicle...
What should you look for in a motorcycle helmet?
You may associate using your motorcycle on the open road with excitement and fun, but an accident can leave you potentially in danger of a serious injury. Choosing the best helmet for your head and your needs is one way to help protect yourself. Know your head shape...
When may I file a lawsuit for a dangerous or defective product?
Manufacturers owe a duty of care to design and sell products without hazards or defects. If a product, such as a vehicle, requires a dangerous component, its manufacturer must provide you with a visible warning label to avoid a possible risk. For example, cars...
Who is liable for a dangerous or defective product?
When a dangerous or defective product injures victims, the harm suffered by the victim can be significant. Products liability law is an area of the law that protects victims of dangerous or defective products. Victims should understand who may be held legally liable...
Different types of defective product claims
People in Kentucky rely on many different types of products each day. Some are simple and do not have any mechanical aspects, but others can be very complex. People may not know how these products truly work beyond knowing how to operate them, but they still expect...
Why do companies recall medical devices?
When companies learn that a medical device they have released to the public in Kentucky and throughout the country contains a defect or has the potential to inflict unexpected harm from its regular use, they often initiate a recall on the product. There are many...
What are punitive damages?
When you suffer an injury due to a defective product in Kentucky, you probably want to hold the manufacturer responsible. In many cases, such a situation results from negligence on the part of the manufacturer. This means they did not do something or did something to...