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Written by Paul A Morrison

We tend to automatically assume that a product is safe when it is available for sale on the shelves of a supermarket or grocery store. When a product malfunctions, it is important for consumers to be informed of the laws that were created to protect them.

What is product liability? Product liability law was created to protect the consumer's right to compensation if injured by a defective product. If the consumer can prove that the product was faulty and caused injury, he or she may be able to sue the manufacturer or seller of that product in a product liability lawsuit. A defective product lawsuit will fall into one of three categories: manufacturer's defect, design defect, or the failure to warn of dangers posed by the product.

A manufacturer's defect lawsuit will address items that come off the assembly line with some type of defect. In some cases of manufacturer's defect, a whole class of products will have to be recalled once the hazard is discovered. A lawsuit for design defect involves a product that is inherently problematic or hazardous. An example of a design defect would be an electric blanket that was designed to trap heat, but also causes a high risk of fire.

The third type of product liability lawsuit covers consumers who are injured because the manufacturer failed to warn consumers of the risks of the product. This type of lawsuit may include a failure to include instructions, directions and warnings that typically come with a product. For example, consumers who are injured because of faulty or improperly labeled household products can file this type of product liability lawsuit.

If you have been injured because of a defective product, you may have sustained serious injuries that can affect your ability to earn a living and carry on with life. Product designers, makers and distributors have a legal responsibility to produce a safe product for consumers, and it is important that you speak up about your injuries in order to prevent injury to other consumers.

In order to file a product liability claim, you must first be able to prove that it is a defective product. Then, you must be able to prove that this defective product caused you injury. Proving causation of injuries can be complicated, especially if the product involved was an indirect cause of your injuries.

Some of the most common injuries caused by defective products include:

• Traumatic Brain Injury
• Back Injury
• Broken Bones
• Vision Loss
• Blood Clot
• Hearing Loss
• Paraplegia
• Wrongful Death

If you have suffered injury because of defective product, it is important to enlist the help of an experienced Virginia personal injury lawyer. Product liability lawsuits can be incredibly complex and you may be filing a claim against a powerful manufacturing company with seasoned attorneys. With knowledgeable legal help, you can vigorously pursue the compensation you need and deserve for your pain and suffering.

At Howard, Morrison, Ross and Whelan, we understand the suffering that can be caused by a defective product. Our legal team has a long history of success helping injured victims and we approach every case with a determination to win. Our firm is a proud member of the Million Dollar Advocates Forum and we have a proven record of recovering high value settlements against large companies. A Virginia personal injury attorney at our firm will provide you with vigorous support. Contact a Virginia personal injury lawyer at our firm today for a free consultation to discuss your claim at http://www.virginiapersonalinjuryfirm.com/.