Defective Cars and Other Products

Defective automobiles or auto parts can cause accidents and injuries. Examples are SUVs that have a tendency to roll over, motorcycles that wobble at high speeds, and tires that blow out, causing loss of control of the vehicle. Automobile defects that may give rise to product liability claims can exist in the braking system, the accelerator, the exhaust system, the fuel system, the electrical system, the steering and suspension, and virtually any part of the automobile.

Strict liability applies to defective auto product liability claims. It is not necessary to show that the responsible party was careless. It must only be established that:

• The vehicle or one of its parts had an unreasonably dangerous defect that caused your injury.
• The defective vehicle or part caused your injury while the vehicle was being used as it was intended to be used.
• The vehicle had not been substantially changed (in a way that would affect how it performs) after it was sold.

Dangerous and defective consumer products cause injuries every year. Examples include dangerous drugs, toys that present lead poisoning, choking, or strangulation hazards, and poorly designed industrial machinery leading to workplace injuries. Product liability claims are an effective way for consumers to hold designers, manufacturers, distributors and other responsible parties accountable for the harm their products cause.

Defective Medical Devices

Defective medical devices are among the most harmful dangerous products. They can cause serious injuries with life-threatening consequences, and patients often require additional surgeries to repair or remove and replace them. Examples of defective medical devices include:

• Zimmer Nex Gen knee replacement: This device has been recalled for a specific component piece. Patients have suffered loosening of the implant, pain, infection, and difficulty walking with this device.
• Granuflo and NaturaLyte dialysis: These products have been linked to an associated increase – up to six-fold – in the risk of cardiopulmonary arrest and sudden death. Due to the dangers and injuries associated with these products, more than half of the dialysis patients in the U.S. are believed to be at risk.

Our Product Injury Attorneys Serve Denver, Greeley and All of Los Angeles

If you have been injured by a dangerous or defective product, contact our firm for a free case consultation. We will be happy to advise you of the damages you may be entitled to claim.

Our practice at The Los Angeles Auto Accident Attorneys is devoted exclusively to accident, injury, and disability matters. Our Los Angeles product liability lawyers will work hard to help you to seek to recover compensation to pay for the medical care and other financial compensation you deserve after defective product injuries.