Goldberg & Loren has the leading Portland product liability lawyers and we are dedicated to helping individuals like you seek justice and compensation for your defective product-related injuries. With over 32+ years of experience and a track record of success, we have the expertise to handle even the most complex product liability cases.
We will hold negligent manufacturers accountable and negotiate aggressively to get you the compensation you deserve.
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Our Verdicts and Settlements
Our client suffered severe injuries from a defective electric mixer while using the appliance. The manufacturer of the mixer neglected to provide sufficient warnings about the dangers of operating the device at high speeds, which could lead to serious harm
A 73-year-old woman's home assistant overheated and caught fire while in operation. As a result, her kitchen sustained severe fire damage, and she incurred medical expenses for smoke inhalation treatment
Product Liability in Portland
Product liability refers to the legal responsibility of manufacturers and sellers for injuries and damages caused by their products. When a product is found to be defective or dangerous, the manufacturer or seller can be held liable for any harm it causes to consumers. [1]
This area of law covers a wide range of products including vehicles and faulty auto parts such as defective air bags, medical devices, pharmaceuticals, and consumer goods. Cannabis and related supplies may also be defective if they contain undesirable chemicals like arsenic and pesticides or if a labeling error exists. Check the Oregon Product Recall Notices regarding alcohol or cannabis-related recalls.
Product liability cases often involve proving that the product was defective, that the defect caused harm, and that the consumer was using the product as intended or reasonably expected.
Product liability laws are in place to protect consumers and hold manufacturers and sellers accountable for ensuring the safety and quality of the products they produce and sell.
Common Types of Product Liability Cases in Portland
Product liability cases can encompass a wide variety of products and defects. Some of the most common types include:
- Breach of Warranty: When a manufacturer fails to uphold its stated warranties or guarantees.
- Design Flaws: Design flaws occur when a product is designed in such a way that it is inherently unsafe or flawed. This could include the use of inferior materials, inadequate design specifications, or other design errors.
- Improper Labeling or Warnings: Manufacturers have a responsibility to provide adequate instructions and warnings about how to use their products safely. If they fail to do so, and the consumers are injured, they can be held liable.
- Manufacturing Defects: Manufacturing defects occur when the product is made incorrectly or does not conform to its design specifications. This could include the use of faulty parts, poor assembly, or other errors.
- Negligence: Negligence is when a manufacturer or seller fails to act with reasonable care and caution. This could include failing to properly test the product, ignoring customer complaints, or failing to address safety concerns.
- Strict Liability: In some cases, manufacturers can be held strictly liable for injuries or harm that are caused by their products, even if they were not negligent in any way.
Common Injuries of Product Liability Cases in Portland
Product liability cases can involve a wide range of injuries, from minor cuts and scrapes to severe burns, paralysis, or death. Some of the most common injuries experienced in product liability cases include the following:
- Amputations: Defective products such as machinery or tools can cause severe injuries resulting in the loss of limbs or digits.
- Burns: Defective products can cause electrical or chemical burns on the skin. These burns can be painful and cause permanent scarring.
- Gastrointestinal Distress: Food poisoning commonly causes gastrointestinal distress. When a food product causes foodborne illness, it may be recalled.
- Head Trauma: Defective products can lead to falls which can result in head trauma including concussions, skull fractures and brain damage.
- Paralysis: Products such as medical devices can malfunction and cause paralysis, loss of sensation or other serious neurological problems.
- Scarring: Defective products can cause permanent disfigurement or scarring of the skin. This can be especially traumatic for victims with visible scars.
If a defective product has injured you, contact Goldberg & Loren today to discuss your case with one of our experienced personal injury attorneys in Portland. We will fight for your rights and ensure that you receive the right compensation for your injuries. We are open now 24/7 - 365 days a year for online appointments and in-person appointments.
If a loved one has died as a result of a defective product, our wrongful death lawyers can assist you with any questions you may have about filing a wrongful death claim to cover funeral costs, burial costs and other losses.
Recoverable Damages for Product Liability Cases in Portland
In PDX, if a defective product has injured you, you can seek financial compensation for all damages suffered. Recoverable damages may include:
- Lost Wages: If a victim is unable to work due to their injuries, they may be able to recoup lost wages as well as any future lost wages due to disability or other factors.
- Medical Expenses: Victims may be able to recover the costs of medical care, including hospital bills, medication, and rehabilitation.
- Pain and Suffering: Victims may be able to receive compensation for the physical pain and emotional suffering they have endured due to their injuries.
- Punitive Damages: In some cases, victims may be able to seek punitive damages. This type of compensation is designed to punish the manufacturer or seller for their negligence and deter future misconduct.
At Goldberg & Loren, we understand the physical, emotional, and financial toll that defective product liability cases can take on victims and their families. Our local Portland defective product lawyers will fight for your rights and ensure that you receive the right compensation for your injuries.
Statute of Limitations for Product Liability Cases in Oregon
The Statute of Limitations for product liability cases in Oregon is two years from the date of injury. §12.110
Minors may bring a lawsuit before they turn 18 and have two years to file after reaching the age of majority.
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Contact Our Experienced Product Liability Attorneys Today
At Goldberg & Loren, we are committed to fighting for the rights of those injured by a defective product.
We understand the physical, emotional, and financial toll that defective product injuries can have. We will fight for your rights to receive the maximum compensation for your injuries. Contact Goldberg & Loren today for a free consultation.
Source:
[1] ORS 30.900 – “Product liability civil action” defined. (n.d.). https://oregon.public.law/statutes/ors_30.900
We Represent Those Injured by Defective Products in the Following Cities and Communities Near Portland, Oregon.
- Beaverton, OR
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