Product liability may seem like legal jargon and too complex a term to bother to understand. It is however quite simple in its meaning – it simply means a product which through no fault of your own has caused you harm.
Product liability claiming can be fairly complex as there is often a point of confusion as to whether the retailer and/or the manufacturer is at fault. If it is the manufacturer they can sometimes be difficult to locate – that is why it is advisable to seek the advice of a specialist personal injury lawyer with experience in this area to advise you.
Faulty Products:
These can be anything from a chair which collapses underneath you, to a small child’s toy which is not suitable for the age group it states it’s for; causing injury to the child. Contaminated food items which cause illness and/or injury could also come under this category. We put trust in the items we buy that they will not cause us harm; we trust items as most of us are aware that as consumers we should be protected and the items we buy should go though rigorous checks to ensure they are safe. On the most part our purchases are safe for us to use, but like many of the client’s here at The Injury Lawyers, there are those products that may have slipped the net.
Cosmetic Products and Procedures:
Comestic products such as hair dye, foundation, or even shower gel for many can be safe to use. However, there are instances such as seen here at The Injury lawyers whereby claimants have suffered rashes or even burns as a result of a product – if this is the case you may have a claim for compensation. In the same area of cosmetics there are procedures such as laser hair removal which if completed in a way that is deemed negligent could have serious consequences for the potential claimant. If you are unsure whether you have a claim you should call a specialist personal injury firm that will give free claims assessments – so there is nothing to lose in trying.
If you have suffered a personal injury due to a faulty product or cosmetic item it is advisable to keep the purchase receipt as well as the product itself and the packaging.
If you would like any more information on product liability claiming then feel free to give us a call.
