Florida Product Liability Lawyers

If you or a loved one suffered injuries from a defective product, you deserve justice. At Gimenez & Carrillo, we help victims hold manufacturers, distributors, and retailers accountable. You shouldn’t have to pay for a company’s negligence. Let us fight for the compensation you deserve.

What is Product Liability?

Product liability law protects consumers from unsafe products. When a product is defective and causes harm, the manufacturer, distributor, or seller may be held responsible. These cases help ensure companies prioritize consumer safety and prevent future injuries.

What is Required to Prove Your Case?

To win a product liability claim, you must prove that the product was defective, that the defect caused your injury, and that you used the product as intended. There are three main types of product liability claims:

Design Defects

A product has a design defect when it is inherently dangerous due to flaws in its blueprint, even if manufactured correctly.

• The product’s design makes it unsafe for its intended use.
• A safer alternative design could have been used without significantly affecting cost or function.
• The defect caused injury while the product was used as intended.

Examples:

• Faulty Airbags – A vehicle airbag that deploys with excessive force and causes injuries.
• Unstable Furniture – A dresser or bookshelf prone to tipping over, posing a risk to children.
• Unsafe Toys – A toy designed with small parts that easily detach, creating a choking hazard.

Manufacturing Defects

A manufacturing defect occurs when an error in production makes a product unsafe, even though its design is sound.

• The defect was introduced during the manufacturing process.
• Other units of the same product may not have the defect.
• The defect caused harm while the product was used as intended.

Examples:

• Contaminated Pharmaceuticals – A batch of medicine tainted with harmful substances during production.
• Faulty Car Brakes – A car’s braking system is missing critical components due to an assembly error.
• Cracked Ladders – A ladder with a manufacturing defect that causes it to collapse under regular use.

Inadequate Warnings/Instructions (Failure to Warn)

Some products have risks that are not immediately obvious to consumers. Manufacturers must provide proper warnings and usage instructions to prevent harm.

• The product presents risks that are not obvious to consumers.
• The manufacturer failed to provide sufficient warnings or usage instructions.
• The lack of warnings led to injury.

Examples:

• Medication Without Side Effect Warnings – A prescription drug that does not warn about serious potential side effects.
• Cleaning Products Without Proper Labels – A chemical cleaner without warnings about toxic fumes.
• Electronics Without Shock Warnings – A power tool missing a warning about electric shock risks when used in wet conditions.

Who is at Fault for a Defective Product?

Determining liability in a product liability case can be complex. Multiple parties in the supply chain may be responsible, including:

• Manufacturers – The company that designed and produced the defective product.
• Distributors & Retailers – Businesses that sold or supply defective products to consumers.
• Other Third Parties – Liability may also extend to parties responsible for:
  • Damage occurring during shipping
  • Improper storage (e.g., failing to keep a product at the required temperature)
  • Incorrect assembly or installation

What Types of Product Liability Cases Do We Handle?

We handle a broad range of product liability cases, including:

• Medical Devices & Prescription Drugs
• Home Furniture, Household Appliances, Batteries
• Personal Care Products & Household Chemicals
• Automobiles, Motor Vehicle Parts, Child Car Seats, Seatbelts, and Airbags
• Power Tools & Construction Equipment
• And More

How Do We Handle Product Liability Cases?

At Gimenez & Carrillo, we take a strategic approach to product liability claims:

1. Review Your Injuries – We examine the nature and extent of your injuries.
2. Determine the Type of Case – We identify whether your claim is based on a design defect, manufacturing defect, or failure to warn.
3. Identify Liable Parties – We investigate all responsible parties in the supply chain.
4. Assess the Value of Your Case – We calculate damages, including medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering.

Contact Our Product Liability Lawyers for a Free Consultation

If you or a loved one has been injured due to a defective product, don’t wait. The Product Liability attorneys at Gimenez & Carrillo are ready to fight for your rights. We work tirelessly to hold negligent manufacturers accountable and secure the compensation you deserve. Contact us today for a free consultation, and let us help you find justice.