Product Liability FAQs

• Q: I was injured. Can I file a lawsuit for my injuries?
  A: You can make a claim against another party or parties if they are more at fault for your injuries than you are. In general, when a person is injured as a result of … More
• Q: What legal rights does someone have if they've been injured in a car accident with a car that has been recalled?
  A: In general, when a person is injured as a result of another person's negligence, the injured party may pursue a claim against the party or parties that caused the … More
• Q: What is 'strict liability'?
  A: Some persons or companies may be held “strictly liable” for certain activities or products that harm others, even if it can’t be shown they acted … More
• Q: What is Bisphenol A (BPA)?
  A: Bisphenol A, also called BPA, is a chemical used to make certain types of plastic infant bottles and other plastic products. Scientific studies have found a possible … More
• Q: Defective Drug Warning Labels and Off-Label Use
  A: When doctors prescribe drugs they usually take great care to explain the potential side effects you may experience. These warnings are repeated by a pharmacist when … More
• Q: What is a class action lawsuit?
  A: A class action is a case brought against a company whose actions have damaged many people in a similar way. If the case results in a successful recovery, either … More
• Q: Consumer Lawsuits Under the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act
  A: The Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act is the federal law that governs consumer product warranties. Passed by Congress in 1975, the Act requires manufacturers and sellers of … More
• Q: Can consumers bring class actions relating to products or services?
  A: Absolutely. There have been many successful class actions brought by consumers. Signs of consumer fraud include: Misrepresentations regarding a product or a service. … More