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Defective products are all around us. We only realize many products are defective, though, once they have caused us injury. In some cases, defective products even cost our loved ones their lives. In such cases, you deserve an Indiana, PA defective product lawyer with a lengthy legal background, ample financial resources, and an unparalleled desire to get justice for you.

Turn to Marcus & Mack for legal services that exceed the norm. Our firm has recovered many millions for our clients, and we don’t back down from manufacturers of detective products. Call Marcus & Mack today at (724) 349-5602 , for your free consultation about hiring an attorney.

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Indiana, PA Defective Product Guide:

 

What Qualifies as a Defective Product?

Marcus & Mack team members lawyers smiling to the cameraA defective product is one that is, or can be, dangerous to the user or recipient of that product. If you or a loved one suffered injury, became sick, or died in circumstances related to a product, you may be the victim of a defective product.

There are three primary reasons for a product to be defective, which are:

Defective Design

Some products are dangerous from the moment they leave the warehouse. This can be because:

  • The designers of the product did not have the necessary knowledge to create a safe product
  • Designers willfully overlooked a potentially dangerous flaw in the product
  • The designers did not consider dangers that could arise when the product was in use, or what happens to the product over time

Those who manufacture products must be completely certain that the product’s design is safe, will not degrade over time, and does not pose an unacceptable risk of harm. When a product’s design proves faulty, the designers are financially liable for victims’ damages.

Defective Manufacturing

logo of marcus and mack attorneysA product’s design can be flawless. Yet, if the manufacturing of that product includes even a single error or flaw, an otherwise safe product becomes a potentially dangerous one.

Manufacturing defects can arise from:

  • Using poor materials to make the product
  • Failing to use a uniform process to assemble the product
  • Failing to ensure product quality during the assembly process
  • Using materials that are prone to degrade over time, become combustible, or pose other hazards to the consumer
  • Failing to test the product before releasing it to the public

Product manufacturers must take painstaking measures to ensure their products are safe for the public, both in design and manufacture. Yet, authorities are constantly documenting recalled products that serve as proof of manufacturers’ failures to protect consumers.

Failure to Warn You About the Product’s Dangers

Some products pose a foreseeable risk of harm. For instance, a tree trimmer can cause serious wounds if the manufacturer does not issue adequate instructions or warning to the consumer. The same is true of medications and other products.

If you or a loved one suffered harm because a manufacturer (or other liable party) failed to instruct or warn you, those parties may be liable for your damages.

Our lawyers understand negligence, intentional torts, strict liability, and other legal principles that can prove you deserve compensation because of a defective product.

Do I Have a Defective Product Case in Indiana, PA?

Lawyer Bryan S. Neiderhiser at his desk having a consultation with a team memberIf you know or suspect that you have been harmed because of a defective product, allow the Marcus & Mack team to review your case. We will:

  • Listen to your story
  • Ask questions that are relevant to your case
  • Explain whether we believe you have grounds to file an insurance claim or lawsuit
  • Get your feedback on the conclusion of our case review
  • Lay out the next steps, if you choose to proceed with our help

If you then hire an Indiana, PA defective product lawyer from our firm, we will immediately get to work for you. The Marcus & Mack team will fulfill our most time-sensitive duties, which include:

  • Taking over all communications with insurance companies, which is a necessary means of protecting you and your case
  • Helping you get any medical attention and mental health services you require, as you need to document your symptoms as soon as possible
  • Securing all available evidence, as we do not always have much time to obtain useful evidence related to the defective product

We will also instruct you about what to do, and what not to do, as it relates to your case and recovery.

Types of Defective Products We Handle at Marcus & Mack

Our lawyers have many years of experience, an unquenchable thirst for knowledge, and relationships with experts that enable us to lead a wide range of defective product cases. We represent those who are injured, sickened, or exposed to wrongful deaths because of defective:

  • Medical devices
  • Medications and drugs
  • Vehicle components
  • Safety equipment
  • Consumer products (including but not limited to electronics)
  • Toys

If you or a loved one suffered injuries or lost their life because of these or any other defective product, allow our firm to help. We will fight for you while you work towards recovery.

Marcus & Mack Is the Firm to Lead Your Defective Product Case in Indiana

We take pride in being unlike other law firms. Marcus & Mack has a reputation for going above and beyond in service to our clients. Whether we are providing case updates, negotiating with liable parties, or formulating your case strategy, we exceed the average.

Some of the more specific reasons to hire your Indiana defective product lawyer from Marcus & Mack include:

  • Headshot of Robert S. MarcusOur extensive experience leading defective product cases: Our defective product lawyers know what they are doing. With more than 100 years of combined legal experience under our belts, you should have no doubt that your attorney has been here before. No challenge is too daunting when you have such tested lawyers on your side.
  • Our abundant resources: Marcus & Mack offers small-firm services along with big-firm resources. We may need to conduct an extensive investigation into the defective product. We may also hire multiple experts to help us prove liable parties’ failures. Our significant resources allow us to invest in your case, and to recover our investments by winning for you.
  • A record of results you can be confident in: Lawyers are hired to get financial results. While we also believe clients should have a memorable experience, we won’t lose sight of why you hired Marcus & Mack. Our firm’s case results include many large recoveries (including six-figure settlements and verdicts) that show how serious our lawyers are.
  • Our lawyers’ understanding of product liability law: Product designers, manufacturers, and sellers must abide by specific rules and statutes. Our attorneys will likely cite these rules and laws as we build your case. Because we are already well-versed in product liability law, we can get right to work.
  • A fee structure that puts the financial burden on us (not you): Our defective product attorneys work on contingency. This means our firm does not require any upfront fee from you, and we cover all case costs. Your attorney will only earn their fee by securing compensation, meaning we benefit from securing as much money as we can for you.

Ask around. You’ll find out that Marcus & Mack lives up to its promises, treats clients like family, and plans to win every case we handle. Don’t wait any longer to speak with us, as we want to deliver your financial recovery as soon as possible.

Our Defective Product Attorneys Provide Start-to-Finish Services

Russell J. Bopp lawyer at marcus and mackHiring a lawyer means handing your case over to a trusted counselor. From big-picture strategy to the smallest detail of your case, our team will handle every duty for you.

Be with your loved ones, work towards recovery, and get your life back on track while our team serving Indiana:

Handles All Communication and Paperwork

Every detail of your case matters. While paperwork and communications may not seem like as great a responsibility as negotiating a settlement, they are. Our team will draft and file all paperwork and handle communications because:

  • The smallest clerical error could have catastrophic consequences for your case
  • We employ paralegals and other support staff whose training is in legal paperwork
  • We ensure that insurers, liable parties, and others cannot violate your rights when speaking directly with you

By overseeing communications, we can also apply pressure on liable parties to move your case forward as quickly as possible.

Proves the Failures That Led to Your Damages

If we can prove liable parties’ negligence, we’ve taken a large step towards your financial recovery, and we may prove such negligence using:

  • Information about how liable parties designed the product
  • Details of the safety testing process, which may reveal inadequate testing or burying of
  • Experts’ testimony about how designers, manufacturers, or other liable parties exposed you to a dangerous product

Defective product cases can be unusually complicated, particularly when it comes to proving negligence. Allow our trained and experienced lawyers to make this case for you.

Secures All Available Proof of Your Damages

The Marcus & Mack team will secure all proof of the harm you have suffered. For your injuries, we’ll secure medical records and bills. For your pain and suffering, we may have a mental health professional diagnose you. For professional damages, we can secure bank statements and relevant employment records.

For each of your damages, know that your Indiana defective product lawyer will find and present proof.

Determines Your Case Value and Identifies Liable Parties

Robert S. Marcus at his desk having a consultation with a team memberEvery defective product case has a distinct value. Your attorney from Marcus & Mack will detail and value each of your damages to determine your case value.

Our settlement demands will include both:

  • Your current damages
  • Your future damages

Some of your damages will have a clear monetary value, with medical bills and lost income being two examples. Other damages will have a less clear financial value, with pain and suffering being an example. Our team will calculate both of these types of damages accurately.

Negotiates a Settlement for You

Once we are certain that we have valued your damages accurately, we will  begin settlement talks. The liable party—whether it’s a product manufacturer or otherwise—will need to offer the settlement you deserve.

Your attorney from Marcus & Mack will present all relevant documentation and explain our calculations. We will then make it clear that we intend to secure all the compensation you deserve for your economic and non-economic damages.

Files Any Necessary Lawsuit for You

Bradley E. Holuta at his desk with secretary reviewing documentsShould a product manufacturer or any other liable party engage in hardball negotiation tactics, we reserve the option of filing a lawsuit. Our team serving Indiana will:

  • Keep you informed throughout settlement negotiations, so the possibility of filing a lawsuit does not catch you by surprise
  • Review all settlement offers with you
  • Explain the potential pros and cons of filing a lawsuit
  • Drafting and filing a lawsuit for you

A lawsuit puts liable parties on notice. If they continue not to meet our settlement demands, we will be ready for court in Indiana, PA.

Leads Your Case in the Courtroom, If Necessary

If you choose to file a lawsuit, our team will begin preparing a strategy for trial. We may continue to negotiate a settlement, but we won’t miss a beat if your case goes to court.

Our attorneys are fierce and proven litigators who will fight for everything you deserve, whether during settlement talks or at trial.

Damages We Frequently See in Pennsylvania Product Liability Cases

Those injured or sickened by defective products often face:

  • Million Dollar Advocates Forum badgePain and suffering (a range of damages that can include physical pain, emotional anguish, and psychological distress)
  • Mental health treatment costs
  • Medical costs
  • Lost income, diminished earning capacity, and other professional damages

We also represent those who have lost a loved one because of a defective product. These are supremely complicated and sensitive cases. Whatever your circumstances and damages are, the Marcus & Mack team will fight for your complete financial recovery.

Call Marcus & Mack Today About Hiring an Indiana, PA Defective Product Lawyer

Robert S. MarcusThe Marcus & Mack team often accepts cases that are up against a filing deadline. We may face the same circumstance in your case, so we may need to act quickly to file your claim or lawsuit.

Call Marcus & Mack today for a free consultation about hiring an Indiana, PA personal injury attorney.

 

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