The Most Common Types of Product Liability Claims

Product liability claims can arise for several reasons. One of the most common is a manufacturing defect when a product is not manufactured as intended. This can be intentional (the manufacturer scrimped on quality or cut corners to save money) or accidental. A manufacturing defect claim may not be appropriate for every product, but it is often appropriate for certain situations. 

Manufacturing Defects

A manufacturing defect is a defect that occurs during the manufacturing process. This can make a product dangerous. This defect can occur in various products, including automobiles, medical products, and consumer products. Manufacturing defects can be anything from a missing component in a seatbelt to a manufacturing error that led to a contaminated product.

The most common types of product liability claims in Connecticut involve defective manufacturing. This is the most common category of product liability claims because it means that a product had a flaw during the manufacturing process and led to an injury later. To file a manufacturing defect claim, the plaintiff must prove that the manufacturing defect caused the injury.

Negligence

Product liability claims are filed in court when consumers suffer harm due to the product’s failure to be safe for its intended use. This can be caused by negligence, design flaws, or manufacturing mistakes. The manufacturer may also be liable for failing to warn consumers of possible hazards associated with the product. Many parties are involved in the manufacturing process, and it is often difficult to prove the manufacturer was negligent. Because the … Read the rest >>>