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Types of Product Defects
Product liability claims generally involve one of three defect types: design defects (the product is dangerous as designed), manufacturing defects (something went wrong in production), and warning defects (the product lacked adequate instructions or warnings). Defective vehicles, machinery, appliances, medical devices, and consumer products all cause serious injuries.
Who Can Be Liable
Liability may extend along the chain of distribution — from the manufacturer to distributors and sometimes retailers. Identifying every responsible party and preserving the product itself as evidence are critical early steps.
Proving a Product Claim
These cases typically require engineering and technical experts to show the product was defective and that the defect caused the injury. Preserving the product, its packaging, and any instructions is essential, since the physical evidence is often central to the case.
Compensation and Complexity
Product cases can be complex and resource-intensive, often pitting an injured person against a large corporation. But they can also provide full compensation for serious injuries. New Hampshire's three-year deadline applies, and prompt action helps preserve the product and other evidence.
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