What is Product Liability?
Product liability refers to the accountability of a merchant, business, or manufacturer for bodily injury or property damage caused by a defect in their product.
According to the Legal Information Institute (LII) at Cornell Law School, product liability is defined as “the legal liability of manufacturers, distributors, and sellers to compensate consumers, users, and bystanders for damages or injuries caused by defective products.” As such, the term refers to the legal responsibility of manufacturers, retailers, and other parties involved in the supply chain for injuries or damages caused by defective or unsafe products. It encompasses the legal principles and rules governing liability for products that fail to meet safety standards or perform as expected, resulting in harm to consumers or users.
Product defects that may give rise to product liability can induce design, manufacturing, or labeling defects. Navigating product liability for such defective products involves proving that a product was defective, establishing causation between the defect and the injury, and demonstrating damages suffered by the plaintiff. Legal remedies may include compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and punitive damages in cases of gross negligence or willful misconduct.
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$3 Million Product Liability Settlement
Partner Daniel Munley was able to reach a $3 million product liability settlement with an industrial manufacturer for our client, a young man whose arm was amputated after being caught between components of a dangerously modified piece of box-crushing equipment.
Our client and his co-worker were compacting cardboard boxes for recycling with a mechanical baler at the distribution center where they worked. The machine was improperly assembled with the chamber door on the wrong side—the manufacturer was supposed to ensure that the control panel must be located on the same side as the chamber door and latch plate to give an operator a clear view. When his co-worker operated the control panel, he could not see or locate our client and closed the latch plate, crushing and amputating the plaintiff‘s dominant left arm.
Daniel Munley showed that the manufacturer not only redesigned the baler machine to fit in the customer’s facility by choosing an unsafe configuration but did so knowingly, […]
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Chester Personal Injury Lawyer
When accidents shatter lives, the Chester personal injury lawyers at Munley Law fight to make things right. The physical and emotional toll of an injury can be devastating – mounting medical bills, lost wages, and overwhelming stress take their toll on you and your loved ones. Our accident attorneys bring decades of proven experience and a fierce family legacy of advocating for the injured in Chester and throughout Delaware County. We don’t just handle cases – we get life-changing results and the maximum compensation you deserve when someone else’s negligence causes you harm.
What Sets Our Personal Injury Attorneys Apart in Chester, PA
When choosing an injury lawyer, you need someone who understands your challenges and is willing to fight for you. At Munley Law, we’ve spent generations helping accident victims get the justice they deserve. Our attorneys are board-certified trial lawyers who know how to take on tough cases and fight for our clients every step of the way. […]
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Stroudsburg Personal Injury Lawyer
The Stroudsburg personal injury lawyers at Munley Law have spent the last six decades building a national reputation as leaders in personal injury law. Our attorneys have earned the highest possible client and peer review ratings and have received national recognition for our settlements and verdicts. If you’ve been injured or lost a loved one due to negligence in the Stroudsburg area, you need an experienced, aggressive representation by your side to help you with any legal matters that arise.
From trucking accidents on I-80 to workplace injuries in downtown Stroudsburg, we understand the daily challenges that accident victims face. If you’ve been injured or lost a loved one due to negligence in the Stroudsburg area, you need experienced, aggressive representation by your side.
Contact Munley Law today for a free consultation with a Stroudsburg personal injury lawyer. There is no fee unless we win your case. […]
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Chester Product Liability Lawyer
Chester product liability lawyers work with individuals harmed by defective or unreasonably dangerous products, helping them seek compensation for their injuries and losses. At Munley Law, our experienced defective product attorneys understand the complex nature of these cases and their significant impact on victims and their families. When manufacturers, distributors, or retailers put unsafe products into the marketplace, they must be held responsible for the harm these items cause. Our attorneys have a proven track record of successfully representing injured clients against large corporations and insurance companies, securing the compensation they deserve for medical expenses, lost wages, and other damages.
If you or a loved one has been injured by a defective product in Chester, Pennsylvania, contact Munley Law today for a free consultation. Our dedicated Chester personal injury law team is ready to review your case and help you understand your legal options.
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What You Should Know About Vehicle Fires Following a Car Accident
The moments after a car accident are chaotic and disorienting. Among the many hazards that might follow a collision, vehicle fires represent one of the most dangerous and rapidly escalating threats. Each year, thousands of Americans experience vehicle fires after crashes, with these incidents accounting for approximately one-fifth of all highway vehicle fires.
When a vehicle catches fire after a collision, occupants face not only the initial trauma of the car crash but also the immediate threat of toxic smoke inhalation, severe burns, and potentially fatal entrapment. Having just seconds to react, understanding the warning signs, and proper evacuation procedures can mean the difference between life and death.
Whether you’re a daily commuter, occasional driver, or passenger, knowing how vehicle fires start, spread, and can be prevented is essential knowledge that could save your life or the lives of others. If you were in a car accident and were severely injured by a car fire, […]
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