Augusta County Defective Products Lawyer
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With over 25 years of experience, attorney Vaden Warren has tried more than 100 personal injury cases and is ready to get started with your claim right away.
Call for a Free Case EvaluationProduct liability is the area of personal injury law that deals with accidents caused by defective products. Defective products cause a risk not only to you but also to the millions of other people who may have purchased or used the same good. Faulty items can cause anything from minor burns or cuts to severe injuries or even death, and the people responsible should be held accountable.
If you have a potential claim against a manufacturer or distributor, an Augusta county defective products lawyer should be your first call. A personal injury attorney may be able to help you find the best way to fight for a favorable outcome. From seeking personal damages to protecting other consumers, your case matters, and you deserve fair compensation.
The Varieties of Product Liability
Product liability covers a broad area of the law, but there are three categories under which most claims fall: negligence, breach of warranty, and strict liability.
Negligence
Negligence is when a claim arises from the carelessness of the developer, manufacturer, or retailer of a product. If you are injured because a reasonable amount of care was not used when creating, distributing, or selling the product, there may be a case for product liability negligence.
Breach of Warranty
Breach of warranty is nearly as simple as it sounds. If you were injured because the manufacturer did not uphold the terms of the warranty agreement, the manufacturer may be liable for a breach of warranty product liability case.
Strict Liability
Strict liability means that even if the plaintiff cannot prove negligence, the developer, manufacturer, or retailer may still be considered at fault for a product injury. This type of case is usually formulated because product liability can be challenging to prove, but an Augusta County attorney could put forth a strong case tailored to the facts of your situation.
The Burden of Proof in Defective Product Cases
In most legal cases, it is up to the person making a claim to prove fault, but this is not always the case in product liability. A law doctrine called res ipsa loquitur can turn the tables and shift the burden of proof to the defendant. It essentially says the fact that there was an injury at all means the case is probably valid. If this shift occurs, it becomes the manufacturer’s responsibility to prove that the claim has no merit. This legal doctrine can benefit consumers by making it far more difficult for the other party to mount a defense. An Augusta County attorney could further explain this area of product liability law if applicable to your case.
I have been a client of Mr. Warren since 2003. At that time, I was involved in a motor vehicle accident and Mr. Warren represented me for my injuries. He was very professional with his help during my time of need and brought settlement for my injuries to a close quickly, and I would highly recommend him to all my friends.
Mr. Warren took my slip and fall case and won! Mr. Warren was always there to answer my questions. He came to my home to talk about my case with me because I could not come to his office. I have the utmost respect for him and his secretary. Mr. Warren is a great lawyer.
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Words cannot express how much [we] appreciate everything you have done for us over the past three and a half years. I never imagined we would be blessed with an attorney like you. You helped make a very hard time easier to bear.
I want to thank you for being there for me in my time of need – when I was injured in an [automobile] accident back in 2007. It has been two years, and I am doing well and am back at work. You are a very good attorney. You will be there for your client. If a person gets in an accident, you are the attorney to call.
Reach Out to an Augusta County Defective Products Attorney Today
Product liability is a complex area of law, and an Augusta county defective products lawyer may be able to offer you the best possibility for a fair settlement in your case. If you are up against a manufacturer whose product has caused you harm, you need a solid strategy to get the damages you deserve. A knowledgeable attorney could conduct depositions, draw up expert testimony and gather evidence to support your claim. Your legal team may also be able to build a case against the retailer of the product or even the product developer. There are many hands that a defective product must pass through before it can harm a consumer. To start building your case, reach out to The Warren Firm for a private consultation today.
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