Product Liability Lawyer NYC

Every day, people purchase items to use in their households or at work. They buy these products with the expectation they can use them as described by the manufacturer and they will be able to do so safely.

Unfortunately, many manufacturers, or other entities in the supply chain, may not take the duty they are tasked with when distributing products to the public as seriously as they should because they are focused on profits over safety. As a result, people can be seriously injured.

The personal injury attorneys at the Raphaelson & Levine Law Firm are committed to helping victims of defective products receive justice. Our personal injury lawyers won’t hesitate to take on major corporations and their insurance carriers in product liability litigation.

To learn more about how we can help defective product victims, contact our Manhattan law office today to discuss any questions you have about your potential defective product liability case.

NEXT STEP: Contact us now for a free consultation to discuss your legal options. Call (212) 268-3222 or complete our online case evaluation form below.

How do I know if I have a product liability claim in New York?

Public policy dictates manufacturers have the responsibility to ensure the consumer products they are making are safe for consumers to use. Due to this, if a product is defective, strict liability rules apply.

This means victims who have used a product as intended do not need to prove negligence against a manufacturer to be compensated for injuries they received.

To take legal action against a manufacturer, a plaintiff must prove an injury was directly related to use of a product when using while intended or that the manufacturer failed to warn of any risks and an injury occurred. In a product liability lawsuit, victims can:

• Pursue compensation for economic losses, such as lost wages, medical bills, and any costs associated with the injury.
• Pursue compensation for pain and suffering and emotional distress that occurred due to an accident or injuries.
• File a wrongful death claim if a family member was lost due to an accident caused by a defective product.

Some products injure hundreds or thousands of consumers. As a result, a class-action lawsuit may be initiated. Talking with a New York City experienced product liability attorney can help you determine which course of legal options are best for your situation.

We handle all types of dangerous and defective product lawsuits

Defective products can come in many shapes and forms. From simple household items used to make life easier, to larger purchases, such as a car or other sophisticated machinery.

If not made to high-quality and safety standards, people become injured. We believe consumers should be able to buy products confidently without worries they will get hurt.

Examples of claims involving defective products include:

• Bard® PowerPort™: We handle claims involving complications from the use of Bard® PowerPort™, a medical device used for administering medications and fluids. Issues may arise from device malfunction or design flaws.
• Breast Implant Cancer: We represent individuals who have developed rare types of non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma cancer, specifically linked to certain types of Allergan breast implants. Our focus is on holding manufacturers accountable for the risks associated with their products.
• Chemical Hair Straightener/Relaxer: A recent study from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) found women who used chemical hair straightener or relaxer four or more times in the last year may have twice the risk of developing uterine cancer. We pursue claims for clients who have suffered injuries or health issues due to the use of chemical hair straighteners or relaxers, which may contain harmful substances.
• Children’s Products: Children's toys and other products can cause serious injury or death if care is not taken in the details. We advocate for families affected by unsafe children's products, focusing on violations of U.S. safety standards, including design flaws, choking hazards, and toxicity.
• Construction Equipment and Workplace Machinery: Construction equipment is powerful and workers should be assured they can use these products safely. We help workers injured by defective construction equipment and machinery, ensuring manufacturers and designers are held responsible for any flaws.
• Depo-Provera:We represent individuals who have developed meningiomas (brain tumors) after using Depo-Provera, a injectable contraceptive manufactured by Pfizer.
• Exactech®: We address claims related to Exactech® medical devices, focusing on cases where these products have caused complications or injuries due to defects or design issues.
• EzriCare® Artificial Tears: We assist clients who have experienced adverse effects from using EzriCare® Artificial Tears, addressing issues of contamination or product defects that may cause vision damage and blindness.
• Food Products: We represent individuals injured by contaminated or mishandled food products, holding responsible parties accountable across production, distribution, and preparation.
• Hernia Mesh: We handle cases involving complications from hernia mesh implants such as infections, punctured organs and bowel obstructions. We focus on product defects, improper labeling, and manufacturer negligence.
• Motor Vehicles: We advocate for clients injured due to defects in automobiles, from design errors to production flaws, including issues in parts like airbags.
• NEC Baby Formula: Evidence suggests a connection between the use of cow's milk-based formulas (like Enfamil™ and Similac®) and a higher risk of developing a potentially fatal intestinal disease called necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC). We advocate for affected families, holding formula manufacturers accountable for failing to adequately warn about the risks associated with their products.
• Philips CPAP: We represent users who have suffered health problems due to defects or issues with Philips CPAP machines, including potential risks ranging from organ injuries and/or cancer from sound abatement foam.
• Prescription drugs and OTC medications: We handle cases where medicines, both prescription and over-the-counter, have caused harm due to unsafe side effects or other issues, including those that were never recalled.
• Silicosis: We represent clients suffering from silicosis, a lung disease caused by inhaling silica dust, often due to inadequate safety measures or product labeling.
• Talcum Powder: We pursue claims for individuals who have developed health issues, such as cancer, due to the use of talcum powder products containing harmful substances.
• Tepezza®: We assist clients who have experienced adverse effects from the use of Tepezza®, focusing on product-related complications and side effects including permanent hearing loss and/or tinnitus.

Other examples of products that can contain defects include tobacco products, e-cigarettes, medical products, medical devices (such as recalled Philips CPAP devices), and products containing asbestos.

Find out what you need to know about New York City injury laws and how our team of award-winning attorneys can help you.

Protect your rights: Hire an award-winning product liability lawyer today

Injuries caused by product defects are often preventable. Companies should be held to standards to ensure the products they sell to the public are safe.

If you, or a loved one, have suffered a serious injury caused by a dangerous product or a product defect, we can help. The New York product liability lawyers at Raphaelson & Levine have over 34 years of experience iun product liability claims and we get results.

There are no attorney fees until you win a successful product liability claim.

NEXT STEP: Contact Raphaelson & Levine today for a free consultation with a NYC product liability lawyer at our firm. Call (212) 268-3222 or complete the case evaluation form below.