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The Four Key Elements Of A Successful Florida Product Liability Lawsuit

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Manufacturers have a legal responsibility to make and market products that are safe and effective when used as intended. However, defectively designed or manufactured products — or the company’s failure to warn of known defects – often result in injuries and deaths. If you’ve been injured, it’s important to understand the four key elements of a Florida product liability lawsuit and the importance of hiring an experienced attorney to help you obtain the compensation you deserve.

Product Liability Negligence Claim

Product liability claims are filed throughout the nation every day involving products such as automotive defects including crashworthiness, restraints/seat belts and rollovers as well as other types of potentially defective household products such as toys, appliances, tools and more. Under Florida law, a product maker, distributor or seller can be held liable if the product is unreasonably dangerous. In order to prevail in a Florida product liability lawsuit, plaintiffs are required to prove the following elements of a negligence claim:

  1. Loss. Plaintiffs must show that they suffered an actual injury or monetary loss as a result of using the manufacturer’s product.
  2. Defect or failure to warn. Plaintiffs must prove that the product was 1) defectively designed, 2) defectively manufactured or 3) that the manufacturer knew or should have known of risks and failed to warn consumers.
  3. Proximate cause. Plaintiffs must show that the defect proximately caused the injury.
  4. Product used as intended. Plaintiffs must show that they were using the product as the manufacturer intended to be used or in a way the manufacturer could expect a reasonable person to use it.

Manufacturers often fail to adequately test their products or simply cut corners to save money. However, they have a legal responsibility to consumers and should be held liable for product liability injuries that result in medical bills, lost income, physical and emotional stress, rehabilitation and more. If you’ve been injured, rest assured that the product’s manufacturer will have a team of attorneys representing its best interests. Who will represent yours?

The Law Firm of Pajcic & Pajcic Has Recovered Over $100M In Product Liability Claims

The experienced product liability attorneys at The Law Firm of Pajcic & Pajcic have recovered over $100 million for our clients in product liability claims alleging injury or death – including several multimillion dollar verdicts and settlements.

If you’ve been injured as the result of a defective or dangerous product, contact The Law Firm of Pajcic & Pajcic and let one of our experienced Florida product liability lawyers review the facts of your case at no charge. Whether you reside in the communities of Jacksonville, Brunswick, St. Marys or anywhere in Northeast Florida or Southeast Georgia, our law firm is here to help. Our pledge is to provide courteous, personalized service from the first time you call until your case is resolved. Contact us by calling 855-402-5012 or fill out our online contact form to receive a free review of your case.