Posts Tagged ‘defective product’
Erie Product Liability Claims – Defective Products That Can Cause Burns
Defective products and dangerous products cause traumatic injuries, including severe burn injuries. Some burn injuries may not result in significant scarring, disfigurement, or permanent impairments. However, a burn injury can result in nerve damage, disability, and death. Infections and complications can occur even with minor burn injuries. If a defective product caused your burn injury,…
Read MoreCalifornia Jury Awards Couple More Than $2 Billion in Roundup Lawsuit
A California jury delivered another strong rebuke to the manufacturer of Roundup weed killer when it awarded a couple $2 billion for punitive damages sustained after using the weed killer for years. The jury also awarded the couple $55 million in compensatory damages. This lawsuit was the third jury verdict against the manufacturer of Roundup,…
Read MoreSteps to Take if Injured by a Product from an Erie Product Liability Attorney
If a product injures you, you may have a claim against the product’s manufacturer and other parties. Under Pennsylvania’s product liability laws, you may be entitled to receive compensation for your injuries, losses, and damages. Product liability law is a special type of personal injury law. Claims made for defective products can be complex. It…
Read MoreCommon Causes of Catastrophic Injuries in Erie County, PA
Sustaining an injury in an accident can be overwhelming, painful, and expensive. However, a catastrophic injury can increase the suffering and damages caused by an accident. A catastrophic injury is an injury that requires you to need extensive medical treatment. These injuries may also require you to need long-term medical and personal care. Examples of…
Read MoreMajor Harley-Davidson Recall Impacts Thousands of Motorcycle Owners
Harley-Davidson has recalled approximately 178,000 motorcycles in the United States because of a problem with the clutch. It appears that the clutches can leak fluid causing the motorcycles to remain in gear. The problem could cause the rider to lose control of the motorcycle thereby increasing the risk of a motorcycle accident. The company states…
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