Dangerous and Defective Products Can Change Consumers’ Lives. Our Attorneys Aren’t Afraid to Take on Big Manufacturers.
Product liability law protects consumers in the event a dangerous or defective product makes it to the market. The manufacturers, distributors, and sellers of products are required to test them and provide warnings for any hazards. If they fail to do so, they may be held liable for damages.
Each year, approximately 27,000 people die and many more are severely hurt due to product injuries. Some studies show that more than 220,000 children may be treated in emergency rooms each year for injuries caused by unsafe toys. In fact, these toys and other defective products for children and babies make up more than one-third of the product recalls filed each year.
If you, your child, or another family member has been injured because of a defective or dangerous product, our product liability attorneys in St. Louis are here to represent you in negotiations and in front of a court. Meyerkord & Kurth has an experienced team that is here to strategize on your behalf. Contact us today.
Common Types of Product Liability Cases in St. Louis
Any commercial good can be involved in a product liability case if it has been poorly designed or made. Consumers can suffer serious injuries and property damage—some products have even been known to cause house fires.
There are many kinds of defective products that can cause injuries, including:
- Defective medical devices
- Toys
- Consumer and household products
- Electronics
- Infants’ or children’s products
- Automobiles, parts, and products
- Sport utility vehicles (SUVs) causing rollovers
- Machinery and factory equipment
- Toxic chemical exposure
- Talcum powder
- Construction equipment
- Exercise equipment
Lately, the public has been sending a signal to big business that their negligence will not be tolerated. Consumers have banded together to take on companies such as Johnson & Johnson, Tesla, and Amazon.com, among others. These companies have billions they can use to fight back, but money should not be the deciding factor. As consumer advocates with families of our own, we do not tolerate defective product injuries or wrongful deaths, and we are ready to do what it takes to secure the compensation that is warranted in your case.
The Three Types of Product Defects Under Product Liability Law
When manufacturers allow a dangerous product to enter the market, they can be held responsible for any injuries that occur. Generally, defective products typically fall into one of the following categories:
- Manufacturing Defects: Manufacturing defects occur during the production process. These defects affect only certain units of an otherwise safely designed product. The product deviates from its intended design, making it different from other units on the shelf. A swing set with a cracked chain or a food item contaminated during processing would fall under this category.
- Design Defects: Design defects exist before the product is even manufactured. These flaws make an entire product line inherently dangerous, even when built exactly as intended. An SUV prone to rolling over during normal turns or a children’s toy with small parts that create choking hazards are common examples of design defects.
- Failure to Warn: Manufacturers must provide clear warnings about potential dangers and proper usage instructions. When they fail to communicate these risks effectively, they can be held liable for resulting injuries. This includes medications missing side effect warnings or power tools lacking proper safety instructions.
Compensation Available To St. Louis Victims of Defective Products
When you are injured by a defective product, you have the right to recover various damages related to the harm that you suffered. These generally include economic damages, such as medical expenses (both current and future), lost wages, loss of earning capacity, and property damage.
You can also recover compensation for non-economic damages, which address intangible losses such as physical pain, emotional distress, and disfigurement. The compensation you receive depends on factors including the severity of your injuries, long-term impact, and the manufacturer’s degree of negligence or misconduct.
What to Do If You Are Injured by a Dangerous Product in St. Louis
If you have been injured by a defective product, seek medical attention right away. Document all treatments, medications, and healthcare provider recommendations. Keep the defective product in its current condition—do not alter or repair it, as this physical evidence is crucial to your case.
Take photographs of the product, your injuries, and the accident scene if possible. Collect and store all receipts, packaging, instructions, and warranties related to the product. Keep a detailed journal documenting your injuries, recovery process, and how the injuries affect your daily life. Finally, contact a St. Louis product liability attorney before speaking with insurance adjusters or accepting any settlement offers.
Why You Need a St. Louis Product Liability Attorney on Your Side
When you are hurt by a defective product, you can face an immense challenge. Corporations have teams of high-powered attorneys ready to fight your claim at every turn, and their substantial resources can quickly overwhelm individuals seeking justice. Your lawyer from Meyerkord & Kurth will level the playing field.
Our firm works with qualified engineering and medical experts who can analyze exactly how the product failed and link those failures directly to your specific injuries. These expert testimonies strengthen your case by providing credible scientific evidence that judges and juries find compelling. Manufacturing companies often hide behind complex technical jargon and industry standards—we speak their language and can dismantle misleading defenses.
Our product liability attorneys in St. Louis understand the burden of proof in product liability cases and how to demonstrate that the defect existed when the product left the manufacturer’s control. We will also meticulously document how your injuries have affected every aspect of your life to maximize your compensation. Our goal is your maximum compensation, and we will not rest until you recover a fair settlement.
Start Your Product Liability Case With Meyerkord & Kurth
If you or a loved one has been injured by a faulty or dangerous product, you could be eligible to sue. We are here to help you figure out your legal options and pursue compensation however possible. However, beating big corporations in court is not easy.
In order to win a product injury case, you must prove that a product:
- Was excessively dangerous,
- Did not have proper safety warnings,
- Had an inherent defect, and/or
- Was manufactured poorly.
We’ve helped clients prove these points and show the vast damages dangerous products have caused them and their families. We aren’t afraid to take your case to trial to help you receive the maximum amount of compensation possible.
Put our 100+ years of combined experience on your side. Contact us online or call (800) 391-4318 today for a free consultation.