Can I Sue If I've Been Hurt By a Dangerous Product?

If you were using a product the way it was supposed to be used and were injured because the product was defective or dangerous, you may have grounds for a product liability lawsuit.

A product liability lawsuit is a legal claim brought against a manufacturer, distributor, or retailer for selling a product that is defective or dangerous, resulting in harm to the consumer. Product liability applies to all types of products, including consumer goods, industrial equipment, and pharmaceuticals. When a product is defective or dangerous, and as a result, a consumer is harmed, the manufacturer, distributor, or retailer may be liable for product liability.

In Texas, the statute of limitations for bringing a product liability lawsuit is two years from the date of the injury. To prove product liability in Texas, you must show that the product was defective or dangerous, that the defect or danger was a proximate cause of your injury, and that you were using the product as intended when the injury occurred.

The damages that can be recovered in a product liability lawsuit in Texas can include medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering. Medical expenses can include hospital bills, medical treatments, and rehabilitation costs. Lost wages can include compensation for any income lost as a result of the injury, including future earnings if you are unable to return to work. Pain and suffering can include compensation for physical and emotional distress caused by the injury.

In some cases, you may be able to recover punitive damages. Punitive damages are awarded in exceptional cases where the defendant's conduct was particularly egregious or outrageous. The purpose of punitive damages is to punish the defendant and deter others from similar conduct in the future.

In conclusion, product liability lawsuits are an important tool for consumers who have been harmed by a defective or dangerous product. In Texas, you could potentially recover damages for medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering, as well as punitive damages in some cases. If you have been injured by a defective or dangerous product and are thinking about pursuing a lawsuit, contact us for a free consultation.

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