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Kristen Gibbons Feden Wins Two Eight-Figure Verdicts on the Same Day in 2023
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Powerhouse Duo, Kristen Gibbons Feden and Mike Della Win Six CVA Verdicts in One Week, Totaling $157 Million
Kristen Gibbons Feden Wins Two Eight-Figure Verdicts on the Same Day in 2023 〰️ Powerhouse Duo, Kristen Gibbons Feden and Mike Della Win Six CVA Verdicts in One Week, Totaling $157 Million
Kristen Gibbons Feden
Nationally Known Trial Attorney and Litigator
Kristen Gibbons Feden has achieved remarkable success in securing Billions in Awards for her clients. She is relentless in pursuing justice for those who have suffered pain, suffering, catastrophic injury, or death due to the intentional or negligent actions of others.
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Understanding Products Liability Law
Products liability law is designed to protect consumers from harm caused by defective or dangerous products. If you've been injured by a product, you may have grounds for a legal claim against the manufacturer, distributor, or seller.
Types of Product Defects
Product liability cases typically fall into three categories:
- Design Defects: The product's design is inherently dangerous or defective, affecting all items manufactured to that design.
- Manufacturing Defects: The product deviates from its intended design due to errors in the manufacturing process.
- Marketing Defects: The product lacks proper warnings or instructions, making it dangerous for its intended use.
Common Products in Liability Cases
Products liability cases can involve a wide range of items, including:
- Defective medical devices or drugs
- Faulty automobile parts
- Dangerous children's toys or products
- Malfunctioning household appliances
- Toxic food products or containers
- Defective industrial machinery
Proving a Products Liability Case
To succeed in a products liability case, you generally need to prove:
- The product was defective
- The defect existed when the product left the defendant's control
- The defect caused your injury
- You were using the product as intended or in a reasonably foreseeable way
Expert testimony is often crucial in products liability cases. An experienced attorney can help you find the right experts to support your claim.
Statute of Limitations
As with other personal injury cases, products liability claims are subject to statutes of limitations. These deadlines vary by state and can be affected by factors such as when the injury was discovered.
Don't delay in seeking legal advice. The sooner you act, the better chance you have of preserving evidence and building a strong case.
The Importance of Experienced Legal Representation
Products liability cases can be complex, often involving large corporations with significant resources. Having a skilled attorney who isn't afraid to take on big companies can make a crucial difference in your case.
An experienced products liability attorney can:
- Investigate the product and its history
- Identify all potentially liable parties
- Work with expert witnesses to build your case
- Navigate complex legal and scientific issues
- Negotiate with manufacturers and insurance companies
- Take your case to trial if necessary
Remember, manufacturers and their insurers often have teams of lawyers working to minimize their liability. You deserve an advocate who will fight just as hard for your rights and fair compensation.
If you've been injured by a defective product, don't hesitate to seek legal advice. A knowledgeable products liability attorney can help you understand your rights and options, and guide you through the process of seeking justice and compensation.