Defective Product Injury Lawyers

Fighting for Victims of Defective Products

Every year, thousands of Americans are injured or killed by dangerous and defective products. From faulty medical devices to defective vehicles, these products can cause catastrophic injuries that change lives forever. When manufacturers, designers, and distributors put profits over safety, they must be held accountable.

Dean & Camper P.A. has extensive experience handling complex product liability cases. We have the resources, knowledge, and determination to take on large corporations and fight for the compensation you deserve. Our attorneys understand the technical and legal complexities of product liability law and work tirelessly to build strong cases for our clients.

Types of Defective Product Cases We Handle

Our product liability attorneys represent victims injured by all types of dangerous and defective products, including:

Three Types of Product Defects

Product liability cases typically involve one or more of three types of defects:

• Design Defects: The product is inherently dangerous due to a flaw in its design, making all products in the line defective
• Manufacturing Defects: An error during the manufacturing process creates a dangerous product, even though the design is safe
• Marketing Defects (Failure to Warn): The manufacturer fails to provide adequate warnings or instructions about known dangers

Common Injuries from Defective Products

Defective products can cause severe, life-altering injuries including:

• Burns and scarring from electrical defects or fires
• Traumatic brain injuries from defective helmets or products
• Spinal cord injuries leading to paralysis
• Amputations from defective machinery or power tools
• Internal organ damage from defective medical devices
• Poisoning or toxic exposure from dangerous chemicals
• Broken bones and fractures
• Lacerations and cuts
• Vision or hearing loss
• Wrongful death

Compensation Available in Product Liability Cases

Victims of defective products may be entitled to recover:

• Medical expenses - Past and future medical bills, surgeries, rehabilitation, therapy
• Lost wages - Income lost due to inability to work during recovery
• Lost earning capacity - Reduced ability to earn income in the future
• Pain and suffering - Physical pain and emotional distress
• Disfigurement and disability - Permanent scarring or disability
• Loss of enjoyment of life - Inability to participate in activities you once enjoyed
• Property damage - Damage to vehicles or other property
• Punitive damages - Additional damages to punish particularly reckless manufacturers
• Wrongful death damages - Funeral costs, loss of companionship, loss of financial support

Florida and Alabama Product Liability Laws

Both Florida and Alabama allow injured consumers to hold manufacturers, distributors, and retailers liable for defective products under strict liability, negligence, and breach of warranty theories.

Florida Statute of Limitations: In Florida, you generally have 4 years from the date of injury to file a product liability lawsuit. However, the statute of repose limits claims to 12 years after the product was delivered.

Alabama Statute of Limitations: Alabama provides 2 years from the date of injury to file a product liability claim. The statute of repose is generally 12 years from the product's first sale.

It's critical to consult with an attorney as soon as possible, as gathering evidence and preserving the defective product is essential to building a strong case.

How We Build Your Product Liability Case

Winning a product liability case requires thorough investigation and expert analysis. Our process includes:

• Product Preservation: Securing and preserving the defective product as evidence
• Expert Analysis: Having engineers and industry experts examine the product to identify defects
• Medical Documentation: Obtaining complete medical records linking your injuries to the product
• Investigation: Researching the manufacturer, similar incidents, recalls, and safety violations
• Document Review: Analyzing design specs, manufacturing processes, quality control records, and safety testing
• Witness Interviews: Speaking with others who were injured by the same product
• Regulatory Research: Reviewing FDA, CPSC, NHTSA, and other regulatory agency records