If you have been injured by a product that contained perfluoroalkyl or polyfluoroalkyl substances, or PFAS, you may be entitled to compensation. PFAS is a dangerous chemical that's linked to a number of health problems. If you get harmed by a product that contains...
Products Liability
How house fires commonly start – and what victims can do about it
There are few things as tragic and traumatic as losing one’s home to an out-of-control fire. This situation is especially sad when the cause of the fire was not the homeowner’s fault – such as when equipment malfunctions or had a faulty design that resulted in the...
When is a kid’s injury the result of product liability?
It is no secret that children are prone to accidents. Exploring new things, playing too roughly, or acting out of ignorance can quickly become serious injuries. It can be hard to know what really happens when your child gets hurt. In fact, it may be possible that your...
Defective bed rails lead to two deaths
Elderly and disabled people sometimes require home modifications to help them be more independent. Bed rails are a common tool used in private homes and assisted living facilities in Virginia. If a bed rail is not manufactured or installed correctly, however, there...
What are the three types of product liability lawsuits?
We never expect a product to hurt us, but it can happen. When consumers get an injury from a product, they can file a legal claim against the manufacturer or seller to get compensation for their injuries. There are three different ways a product can harm a person. All...
Amazon changes its tune on defective products
There has been a significant change in policy at Amazon as the online mail-order giant has decided to guarantee defective products up to a value of $1,000. Amazon has historically denied any liability for products sold for other businesses and manufacturers even...
How can you prove that a product is dangerous?
When a dangerous or defective product injures you, you'll likely want to seek compensation for your injury. Depending on the circumstances of the incident, you may recover damages from the seller or the manufacturer. Virginia and other states have various product...
Statutes of limitations on product liability in Virginia
A manufacturer has the duty to make a product safe for consumer use in Central and Southwest Virginia. If their product injures someone, they could get sued for damages. However, an injured party should not wait to file a claim, because each state sets time limits on...
Some popular gifts for children can be dangerous
If you're doing your holiday shopping predominantly online this year, it's important to be particularly careful when buying toys and other gifts for children. When you can't see, feel and hear them for yourself, you may miss some potential dangers.Even when you buy...
Product liability disclaimers don’t really protect manufacturers
Consumers assume that the products offered by merchants are as safe as possible when they're looking to make a purchase. They don't expect that they will have to deal with an unsafe product as long as they're using it properly. When a consumer suffers an injury, they...