Cincinnati Defective Product Lawyer

Defective products cause consumer injuries every day. When manufacturers fail to ensure the safety and performance of their products, consumers can suffer the consequences. Injured victims and their loved ones can file product liability claims against the manufacturer or distributor in pursuit of compensation for their related losses.

If you or a loved one were injured by a defective product in Cincinnati, contact Elk & Elk Co., Ltd at (513) 370-5807 to discuss your case with our Cincinnati defective product injury lawyer.

Why Choose Elk & Elk Co., Ltd?

  • Elk & Elk., Co Ltd has more than 50 years of experience successfully representing personal injury victims in Ohio.
  • Our personal injury lawyers have the resources to create a compelling case and obtain the resolution you require.
  • Our firm does not charge attorney’s fees unless we win your case. You will not have to pay anything up front.

Why Do You Need a Cincinnati Defective Product Injury Lawyer?

Pursuing a defective product claim means going up against a major manufacturing company or distributor. The defendant will most likely have significant legal resources to fight your claim. Balance the scales by hiring a lawyer to represent you. Your Cincinnati personal injury lawyer will make sure you receive a fair settlement for your injuries and damages – or else take your case to trial for a full recovery. You can focus on your medical treatments while your lawyer advocates for your financial future.

Ohio Product Liability Laws

When you hire a lawyer from Elk & Elk, you do not have to worry about the legal aspects of your case. Your attorney will handle the complicated legal processes on your behalf while you focus on your physical recovery. However, knowing a few laws may help you sort through the basics of your case.

  • Statute of limitations. You have two years to file a product liability claim for bodily injury or damage to personal property. If you miss this deadline, you most likely give up your right to file.
  • Statute of repose. Ohio has a statute of repose for claims with delayed discovery. Even if you do not discover your injuries until later, you have a maximum of 10 years after the incident occurred to bring your claim.
  • Modified comparative fault. Ohio law states that the plaintiff may still recover partial damages if he or she contributed to the injuries. If, for example, you used a product incorrectly and contributed to your injuries, you may still receive part of your recovery.
  • Theories of liability. Four basic theories of liability give claimants the right to file: manufacturing defects, design flaws, failure to warn, and failure to follow representations or product warranties. Your lawyer can help you choose the theory that best matches your case.

Ohio also places a damage cap on noneconomic damages. These include pain and suffering and lost the quality of life. A plaintiff cannot receive more than $250,000 or three times the value of economic losses in any personal injury claim, up to a maximum of $350,000 per plaintiff or $500,000 for each occurrence.

Common Defective Products in Lawsuits

If any product you encounter causes you or a loved one significant injury, it is worth talking to a Cincinnati defective product injury lawyer. The product may contain a defect or hazard you do not know about. You may have a case against the manufacturer. However, certain products have sparked lawsuits more frequently than others in the past.

  • Children’s toys
  • Auto parts (e.g., brakes, airbags, and seatbelts)
  • Household appliances
  • Chemical cleaners
  • Drugs
  • Medical devices
  • Food

The item that caused your damages does not have to be on a recall list for you to have grounds for a lawsuit. It must simply contain a defect and be the proximate cause of your injury, illness, or property damage. A consultation with a defective product attorney in Cincinnati can help you discover whether you have a case.

Speak to a Defective Product Injury Attorney Today

Elk & Elk Co., Ltd is here for injured consumers in Ohio. If you have questions about a potential product liability claim concerning any item, we can help. Call (513) 370-5807 or submit a query online for a free consultation with one of our attorneys in Cincinnati.

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