What protections are afforded by product liability law?
Consumers entrust manufacturers and other businesses to provide them with safe products for their use. When they fail to do so and customers are injured as a result, they should be held accountable....
View ArticleProduct design defects expose Louisiana companies to liability
A product that is created and offered for consumption by the Louisiana public is required to adhere to reasonable expectations and certain standards regarding safety. If there is a danger posed by a...
View ArticleCan firearms be defective?
Most New Orleans residents know how dangerous guns can be, and many people are injured or killed each year by firearms. But what happens when a person is not directly responsible for those injuries?...
View ArticleProducts liability claims arising from food poisoning
When residents of New Orleans think about products liability claims, they typically consider claims of defective toys, vehicles and drugs, among other tangible items. However, what many people don't...
View ArticleCan children still be exposed to lead poisoning?
In the past, the poisoning of children from lead was a significant health hazard. The use of lead was prevalent in toys, paint and other household products. When children are exposed to lead, it can...
View ArticleWhen is a warning required on a dangerous product?
There are often lawsuits that may stem from injuries sustained as a result of a defect in the creation or design of a product. These lawsuits are initiated by products liability claims. However, many...
View ArticleProving liability in automobile design defect cases
Products liability claims can result from manufacturing defects or failures in providing adequate warnings on products sold to consumers. Some of the most dangerous defects, and those with the most...
View ArticleClassification of a product as unavoidably unsafe for use
Unsafe or defective products cause thousands of injuries across the country each year. Manufacturers and sellers are responsible for ensuring the safety of consumers using their products, and must...
View ArticleProducts liability application to defective medical device claims
Louisiana residents that are injured by a dangerous or defective medical device may be entitled to seek damages under a products liability claim. Such devices include surgical implants, prosthetic...
View ArticleThose injured by a dangerous product can seek legal help
Consumers in New Orleans, Louisiana, have a certain expectation regarding the safety of the products that they purchase and use. If they use products responsibly and as intended, they should be able...
View ArticleWhat are manufacturing defects and how are they proven?
There are various ways in which consumer products can be defective or dangerous for their intended use. Flaws in the design of a product may make it inherently dangerous, while inadequate warnings may...
View ArticleAt least 5 Louisianans suffer illness from tainted cucumbers
When residents of Louisiana consider the potential risks of a dangerous product, they often don't realize how foods can cause them harm. With naturally grown items, fruits and vegetables, the worry...
View ArticleLiability and damages for defective vehicle claims
Products that are unsafe or defective can have widespread impact if they are put on the market for consumers to use. New Orleans consumers are often unaware that a product is defective until it is too...
View ArticleProduct liability suit focuses on celebrity haircare line
This time of year, consumer products are typically at the top of many Louisiana residents' lists as they finish that last-minute holiday shopping. Some might have thought about giving popular beauty...
View ArticleWhat is the role of the FDA in a consumer product recall?
When consumers receive word that a harmful product is on the shelves, it is often through media reports that may arrive too late. In some instances, consumers may have already been injured due to a...
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