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What is a Defective Product Liability Claim and How Does It Work?

Every day, Californians rely on products they expect to be safe, from vehicles and household appliances to medical devices and children’s toys. When one of those products is defective and causes an injury, the consequences can be life-changing. A defective product liability claim allows injured consumers to seek compensation from the companies responsible for designing,… Continue reading What is a Defective Product Liability Claim and How Does It Work?

Can You Sue for Punitive Damages in a Product Liability Case?

Yes, you can sue for punitive damages in a product liability case, or any other injury case for that matter. If the victim presents clear and convincing evidence that the defendant intentionally disregarded a known risk, the court may award punitive damages. Punitive damages may also be available when a product contains a dangerous design… Continue reading Can You Sue for Punitive Damages in a Product Liability Case?

Defective Pool Equipment and Product Liability Claims

Defective pool equipment may kill or seriously injure hundreds or thousands of people. Largely for this reason, California strongly protects victims who sustain injuries due to faulty pool components. These defective components include drains that create invisible riptides which suck swimmers below the waves, filters that don’t properly screen contaminants, and pumps that back up… Continue reading Defective Pool Equipment and Product Liability Claims

Are Self-Driving Vehicles Safe? Legal and Safety Considerations

This question took center stage again when, in December 2025, multiple reports of Waymo self-driving cars illegally passing school buses drew the attention of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. In Austin, Texas, Waymo self-driving vehicles have failed to yield to school buses at least twenty times during the current school year, according to the… Continue reading Are Self-Driving Vehicles Safe? Legal and Safety Considerations

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Product liability law, which is also known as strict liability law, applies when a dangerous or defective product causes injury. As outlined below, the product defect is usually a design or manufacturing defect. Also as outlined below, that defect must substantially cause injury in order for product liability law to apply. MacPherson v. Buick Motor… Continue reading My test blog

What is Product Liability Law and When Does It Apply?

Product liability law, which is also known as strict liability law, applies when a dangerous or defective product causes injury. As outlined below, the product defect is usually a design or manufacturing defect. Also as outlined below, that defect must substantially cause injury in order for product liability law to apply. The rationale behind product… Continue reading What is Product Liability Law and When Does It Apply?

A Closer Look at Fireworks Injuries During New Year Celebrations

In ancient times, the Chinese used fireworks to ward off evil spirits. Therefore, shooting off fireworks seemed like a good way to celebrate the new year. This tradition continues today. Unfortunately, the fireworks used today aren’t much different from those first Chinese fireworks. So, the injury risk is high. As outlined below, fireworks can cause… Continue reading A Closer Look at Fireworks Injuries During New Year Celebrations

School Lab Experiment Causes Injuries

Lab experiments are both educational and fun, but a recent chemistry lab gone wrong left five students injured. During the experiment at a Glendale school, a beaker exploded. The shattering glass gave the students serious cuts and more minor scratches. The experiment was part of an after-school STEM class for middle school and high school… Continue reading School Lab Experiment Causes Injuries

Daughter of Jamie Lynn Spears Recovers from ATV Accident

A scary ATV (all-terrain vehicle) accident involving Maddie Aldridge, daughter of singer and actress Jamie Lynn Spears, two weeks ago is now getting a happy ending. After the 8 year old drove her ATV into a lake she nearly drowned, and doctors and family feared she might suffer permanent damage. Now People reports that Maddie… Continue reading Daughter of Jamie Lynn Spears Recovers from ATV Accident

What To Do If Your Car Has A Defect

In the olden days, you would buy a car and it would last you for a decade. Nowadays, however, we’re lucky if a car lasts us even a third of that time. If you find that your car seems to spend more time in the body shop than on the road, read further for advice… Continue reading What To Do If Your Car Has A Defect