Do I have a Product Liability Claim?
December 2023
This is a difficult question for a lawyer to answer without knowing the facts surrounding the injury When you meet with a personal injury attorney, they will ask questions to try and learn the facts surrounding the injury. A manufacturer of a product has duty to produce a product that is safe for the user. The product should also not create an unreasonable risk of injury when used in a foreseeable manner. If you have been injured by a product, you should seek the advice of an attorney. You may have a claim for products liability.
In recent years, the law in the State of Wisconsin has been overhauled on products liability claims. The changes to the law established new criteria for a strict product liability claim. The new law also created new defenses and a 15 year statute of repose. However, this new law expressly does not apply to claims based on negligence and breach of warranty.
At Herrick & Hart , we have been helping the injured since 1951. We handle product liability claims. If you have been injured due to a dangerous product, take the time to contact us.