New Orleans Product Liability Lawyers
Every time you ride in a car, take medication, or plug in an appliance, you trust that the product is safe. Unfortunately, mistakes made by some manufacturers who want to save time or increase profits at the cost of safety can lead to products with dangerous defects.
At Douglas & London, we’re dedicated to helping New Orleans residents recover from harm caused by faulty products. Our experienced personal injury attorneys know how to demand accountability from powerful manufacturers and fight for the maximum compensation you deserve.
If you or a loved one has been injured by a defective product, contact us today for a free consultation. We can help you understand your options and if you have a valid claim.
Understanding Product Liability
Product liability law protects consumers from preventable harm. It’s based on one principle: If a product injures someone when used as intended, any or all parties across the chain of manufacture and supply may be liable.
Types of Product Defects
In Louisiana, product liability claims generally fall into one of three categories:
- Design Defects: The product’s design is inherently dangerous, even when manufactured correctly.
- Manufacturing Defects: A production flaw makes the product unsafe.
- Marketing Defects (Failure to Warn): The product lacks proper instructions or warnings about known risks.
Who Can Be Held Liable?
Manufacturers aren’t the only party who can be held accountable when defective products injure people. Others might include:
- Product designers or engineers
- Distributors or wholesalers
- Retailers who sold the product despite knowing about the defect
- Third-party contractors involved in assembly or labeling
These companies have a responsibility and legal duty to ensure that the products they design, build, and sell are safe for consumer use.
Common Types of Defective Products in New Orleans
Product defects can occur across nearly every industry, from children’s toys to healthcare. The wide variety of defective products may include:
- Defective vehicles and auto parts
- Dangerous pharmaceuticals and medical devices
- Faulty appliances and electronics that can overheat or catch fire
- Toxic or hazardous children’s products and toys
- Unsafe power tools and industrial machinery
- Malfunctioning maritime equipment
- Dangerous building materials
- Contaminated food or beverages
Regardless of what caused your injury, you deserve answers, accountability, and support.
Common Injuries from Defective Products
Harm caused by defective products can be serious and sometimes even life-threatening. At Douglas & London, we’ve seen how unsafe products can lead to a wide range of injuries, such as:
- Burns and explosions from defective batteries, appliances, or flammable materials
- Lacerations caused by sharp or broken parts
- Fractures from product failures that cause falls or collisions
- Traumatic brain injuries from crashes, falls, or equipment malfunction
- Spinal cord damage, often involving heavy machinery or vehicle defects
- Poisoning and toxic exposure from chemicals, contaminated products, or mislabeled substances
- Allergic reactions and side effects from pharmaceuticals, foods, or personal care items
- Death, when catastrophic product failures result in fatal injuries
Proving a Product Liability Case in Louisiana
To win a product liability case, you must prove that a product was defective and that the defect caused your injuries.
In Louisiana, product liability cases are governed by the Louisiana Products Liability Act (LPLA). The LPLA outlines the legal standards for holding a party accountable.
Your legal team must prove the following:
- The product had a defect in design, manufacturing, or marketing.
- The defect existed when it left the manufacturer.
- The product was used as intended.
- The defect directly caused your injury.
How Evidence Is Gathered
At Douglas & London, we work with a network of technical experts, engineers, and product testing specialists to help build your case.
Some common forms of evidence we may use include:
- Expert testimony
- Product testing results
- Photos and physical evidence
- Medical documentation
- Proof of purchase and product usage
Gathering this evidence can be highly technical and time consuming. That’s why it’s important to work with an experienced product liability lawyer with the knowledge to help you navigate the process.
Compensation for Product Liability Victims
People injured by defective products may be eligible to recover compensation for a wide range of damages that cover immediate expenses and long-term costs.
Those damages may include:
- Medical expenses and ongoing treatment
- Lost wages and diminished earning capacity
- Physical pain and emotional suffering
- Disability and disfigurement
- Property damage
- Punitive damages in rare cases of gross negligence
- Wrongful death damages for surviving family members
Why Choose Douglas & London for Your New Orleans Product Liability Case
Product liability cases are among the most challenging personal injury claims. They often involve fighting against powerful corporations, and require technical evidence and aggressive legal teams. You need a law firm with the resources and experience to fight back.
Douglas & London attorneys have helped clients across New Orleans stand up to major manufacturers and win meaningful compensation.
Here’s what you can expect when you work with us:
- Extensive experience handling complex product liability litigation
- A track record of success against national and international corporations
- Access to technical experts, engineers, and product testing
- The resources to take on large defense teams
- Deep understanding of Louisiana law, including the LPLA
- Commitment to holding negligent manufacturers accountable
We aren’t afraid to take on big companies. We make it our mission to hold the manufacturer responsible when a product hurts someone in New Orleans.
Contact Douglas & London Today for a Free Consultation
If you or a loved one has been hurt by a dangerous or defective product, Douglas & London is ready to help. We’ll review your case at no cost and guide you through your next steps.
Let us focus on holding the responsible parties accountable while you focus on healing. Contact us now to schedule your free, no-obligation consultation.
