Alpert Schreyer Personal Injury Lawyers | May 6, 2025 | Product Liability
When you buy a product, you expect it to work safely and correctly. But sometimes, products are defective and can cause serious injuries or even death. If a dangerous product has hurt you or someone you love, you may have the right to file a defective product lawsuit. In this blog post, we’ll look at common examples of defective product cases and how they can affect consumers.
What Is a Defective Product?
A defective product is something that does not work the way it should. It can be dangerous and may hurt people who use it. There are three main types of defects:
- Design Defects – problems with how the product was created
- Manufacturing Defects – mistakes made while making the product
- Marketing Defects – missing safety warnings or unclear instructions
Each type of defect may give rise to a personal injury claim. Knowing the distinctions is crucial for determining liability and deciding on the appropriate legal action.
Here are some examples of defective products:
Car Parts
One common example of a defective product case involves car parts. This includes:
- Faulty brakes
- Airbags that don’t open (or open too fast)
- Tires that suddenly blow out
- Steering systems that fail
These problems can lead to serious car accidents. For example, if a brake system fails while driving, the driver may crash and suffer life-threatening injuries. In many cases, the car manufacturer or parts supplier may be held responsible.
Children’s Toys
Toys should be safe for children. However, many injuries are caused by toys every year. Common toy defects include:
- Choking hazards from small parts
- Toys made with toxic materials
- Electrical malfunctions that cause burns
Children’s toy defects can lead to serious injury and are often the subject of legal claims by families.
Medical Devices
Medical devices are supposed to help people, not harm them. Unfortunately, some devices have serious design or manufacturing flaws. Some examples are:
- Hip replacements that break or wear out too soon
- Pacemakers that fail unexpectedly
- Surgical mesh that causes infections or pain
People rely on these devices for their health. When something goes wrong, it can result in long-term health problems or even death. Depending on the situation, hospitals, manufacturers, and doctors may be held accountable.
Household Appliances
Household products can also be defective, including:
- Microwaves that spark or catch fire
- Space heaters that overheat
- Blenders with blades that break off during use
- Washing machines that shake violently or explode
Even common items can become very dangerous if there is a design or manufacturing defect. These cases often result in property damage and physical injuries, including burns and cuts.
Drugs and Pharmaceuticals
Sometimes, medications are released to the public without proper testing or with hidden side effects. Common examples include:
- Drugs that cause heart attacks or strokes
- Medications that result in birth defects
- Pills that interact dangerously with other drugs
The FDA often recalls these products, but it’s often too late for some patients. Drug manufacturers may be held responsible if they fail to warn doctors or patients of known risks.
Who Can Be Held Responsible?
In defective product cases, several parties may be held responsible, including:
- The manufacturer
- The company that sold the product
- The distributor or supplier
- Sometimes even retailers
This is known as product liability law, and it allows injured consumers to seek compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering.
Contact the Product Liability Lawyers at Alpert Schreyer Personal Injury Lawyers in Maryland for Help Today
For more information, please contact Alpert Schreyer Personal Injury Lawyers to schedule a confidential consultation with a product liability lawyer. Our team is available to assist clients in Lanham, Frederick, Rockville, Waldorf, Maryland.
We proudly serve Charles County, Prince George County its surrounding areas. Visit our law offices at:
Alpert Schreyer Personal Injury Lawyers Waldorf
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