Toronto Product Liability Lawyer
Here in Canada, we are fortunate enough to have access to all of the basic products, tools, and medications we need to get the most out of our lives. Unfortunately, there are times where we come into contact with defective products, and if you've been harmed by handling a defective product, you should strongly consider hiring a knowledgeable Toronto product liability lawyer today. Contact Merricks Law Group to learn more about product liability lawsuits in Ontario and how our firm can help you through every step of the process ahead.
Should I Hire a Toronto Product Liability Lawyer?
Sometimes, defective products can catch us by surprise and seriously injure us when we least expect it. Unfortunately, standing up to large corporations on your own is virtually impossible, which is why you need a strong advocate on your side who has a comprehensive knowledge of product liability law. Fortunately, you've just found that advocate in our Toronto personal injury lawyers, who have guided individuals through the claims process for years. Our firm will work to obtain your rightful compensation as swiftly and effectively as possible so you can move on with your life.
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Types of Product Liability Cases
Generally speaking, product liability cases can be broken down into three main categories, and they are as follows:
Negligent Product Design
Product designers are responsible for ensuring their product is safe for public use. When they do not account for safety, people can sustain serious injuries as a result of a design defect. That being said, to win such a claim, you must prove that there was a safer, economically feasible way to design the product that would not hinder its function.
Negligent Product Manufacturing
At times, products that are safely designed can become very dangerous due to a negligent manufacturing process. When manufacturers fail to follow a previously safe blueprint, either to cut costs or to save money, safe products can quickly turn very unsafe.
Failure to Warn
Chances are, you've seen warning labels on various products you've purchased over the years. These labels are required on all products that pose any sort of a risk when improperly used. For example, when someone purchases a chainsaw, it is the company's job to include warnings and instructions about how to, and how not to, use the product. When companies fail to include these warnings and someone is injured as a result, there is a very good chance that the injured party will have a valid personal injury claim.
Toronto Defective Drugs Lawyer
As you may know, people are seriously harmed, and even lose their lives, as a result of defective drugs every single year here in Canada. For this very reason, Merricks Law Group handles a wide array of defective drug claims in an effort to help victims of negligent pharmaceutical companies get their lives back on track. Health Canada regularly issues recalls and safety advisories on medications sold across the country, and our firm stays on top of emerging drug safety concerns to help clients understand their options. Because the status of any individual case or class proceeding can change quickly (some claims settle, some are certified, and others are dismissed), the best way to know where things currently stand with a specific medication is to speak with our team directly.
Additionally, if you lost a loved one as a result of a defective drug, our firm can file a wrongful death claim on your behalf. No matter your circumstances, if you are a victim, we are here to help.
Fulfilling the Burden of Proof
After sustaining an injury due to a defective product, you and your Toronto product liability lawyer must work to fulfill the burden of proof by gathering and presenting evidence that proves you were injured as a direct result of another party’s negligence. If you are injured due to a defective product, the first thing you should do is seek immediate medical treatment and call the police if appropriate. However, if possible, you should also take pictures of the scene of the accident, ask witnesses for their contact information, and ensure that you do not throw the defective product away. We can use the defective product as evidence in your personal injury claim. Ensure you file your claim within two years, in accordance with Ontario’s limitation period.
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Those injured due to defective products should not have to take on the massive corporation that caused their injury on their own. Product liability law can be very complicated. This is why our law firm is here. If you've been injured due to a defective product, our Toronto personal injury lawyers are ready to fight for the compensation you deserve. Contact Merricks Law Group today to schedule your initial consultation with our firm.
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