Product liability cases require specialized knowledge to prove negligence and secure fair compensation. At Flahavan Law Offices, we advocate for Petaluma residents who have been injured by defective or unsafe products, whether due to design flaws, manufacturing errors, or inadequate warnings. Our team fights aggressively to protect your rights and help you rebuild your life after an unexpected injury.
When you buy a product, you expect it to work safely. Unfortunately, defective or dangerous products injure thousands of Americans every year, often because companies cut corners, fail to test properly, or ignore safety warnings. If a faulty product in Petaluma has harmed you, you may be entitled to compensation under California’s product liability laws.
At Flahavan Law Offices, we represent consumers who were injured by dangerous products, holding manufacturers, retailers, and distributors accountable for the harm they cause.
What Is Product Liability?
Product liability refers to the legal responsibility of manufacturers, designers, distributors, and retailers for injuries caused by defective or unsafe products. Under California law, you don’t need to prove negligence, just that the product was defective and caused your injury when used as intended.
There are three main types of product defects:
- Design defects: Flaws in the product’s blueprint or concept
- Manufacturing defects: Errors during production or assembly
- Marketing defects (failure to warn): Inadequate instructions or missing safety warnings
These cases often involve complex investigations and expert testimony, which is why it’s crucial to have an experienced legal team on your side.
Common Product Liability Cases
We handle a wide range of product-related injury cases in and around Petaluma, including:
- Defective auto parts (brakes, airbags, tires, seatbelts)
- Dangerous medical devices (hip implants, surgical mesh, pacemakers)
- Tainted or mislabeled prescription drugs
- Exploding batteries or electronics
- Children’s toys with choking hazards or toxic materials
- Faulty power tools or construction equipment
- Unsafe household products (heaters, furniture, cleaning agents)
- Contaminated food or beverages
Regardless of the product, if it has caused injury or death due to a defect or lack of warning, we’re ready to help.
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Injuries Caused by Defective Products
Product-related injuries can range from minor to catastrophic. Common injuries include:
- Burns and electrocution
- Amputations and crush injuries
- Internal injuries from defective medical devices
- Poisoning or illness from toxic substances
- Broken bones or lacerations
- Brain injuries or spinal cord damage
- Wrongful death
We take these cases seriously because we know how devastating these injuries can be, not just physically but emotionally and financially, too.
Who Can Be Held Liable?
In a product liability case, multiple parties may be responsible, including:
- Manufacturers
- Product designers
- Testing labs
- Distributors and wholesalers
- Retailers or online marketplaces
Our team at Flahavan Law Offices will investigate the entire chain of distribution to identify all liable parties and pursue maximum compensation on your behalf.
What Compensation Can You Recover?
Depending on the specifics of your case, you may be able to recover:
- Medical expenses (current and future)
- Lost wages and reduced earning capacity
- Pain and suffering
- Emotional distress
- Disability or disfigurement
- Loss of enjoyment of life
- Wrongful death damages (for surviving family members)
We work with top medical experts and product engineers to fully document your case and fight for the justice you deserve.
