Product liability answers
How is a product liability claim different from other injury claims?
A product claim focuses on the product and the companies behind it, not only on how the injured person used it. These cases often involve engineering experts, design and testing records, recall history and several corporate defendants. The investigation should begin quickly because the product itself is often the most important evidence.
Quick answer
Phillips Froetschel represents Pittsburgh residents injured by defective machinery, vehicle parts, tools, appliances and consumer products. The firm investigates every company in the product's chain, including manufacturers, component makers, distributors and sellers.
Evidence that can prove a product liability claim
Important evidence may include the product itself, packaging, manuals and warning labels, purchase records, recall notices, photos of the scene, maintenance or modification records, witness statements and medical records showing the full impact of the injury.
Frequently asked questions about product liability
Should I keep the product that hurt me?
Yes. Keep the product, its parts and its packaging, and do not repair, discard or return it. Avoid testing it yourself. An attorney can arrange for it to be stored and inspected properly.
What if I was using the product at work?
You may have a workers' compensation claim and a separate claim against the company that made the product. Phillips Froetschel handles both, which helps when a workplace injury involves defective equipment.
How long do I have to file a claim?
In Pennsylvania, most personal injury claims must be filed within two years, and some circumstances change that deadline. Speaking with a lawyer early protects both the deadline and the evidence.
