ALEXANDER CITY PRODUCT LIABILITY ATTORNEYS

Product Liability Cases in Tallapoosa County

As consumers, we rely on countless products to make life easier, safer, and more convenient. Unfortunately, defective products do the opposite. They can cause devastating accidents, catastrophic injuries, and even death.

If you were injured or lost a loved one due to a defective product, you may be entitled to financial compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering. Since 1991, Morris Haynes Attorneys at Law has represented clients in Tallapoosa County and surrounding areas who suffered losses because of manufacturer negligence. Our Alexander City product liability lawyers use aggressive litigation strategies that have helped recover more than $1 billion for our clients.

Learn how we can help with your product liability claim. Call (256) 329-2000 for a free case evaluation with a member of our team.

Types of Product Defects

It is important to distinguish between defective and dangerous products. A product is defective if it has a flaw that makes it unreasonably unsafe for ordinary use. If someone altered the product, it does not count as defective, even if the modification makes it unsafe.

A dangerous product is not automatically defective. It becomes defective only if a flaw creates an unreasonable risk of injury. For example, a power tool is inherently dangerous, but using it correctly according to manufacturer instructions usually does not pose an unreasonable risk. If it lacks safety guards or warnings, however, it may be considered defective.

Three Main Types of Product Defects

• Design Defects: A product has a design defect if its design makes it unreasonably unsafe for consumers.
• Manufacturing Defects: These occur when a properly designed product becomes flawed during production. Manufacturing defects usually affect individual units rather than an entire product line.
• Labeling Defects: Also called marketing defects, these occur when a product lacks instructions or safety warnings, making it unsafe for ordinary use.

Although most claims target the manufacturer, designers, sellers, or distributors may also be liable depending on the defect. Our Alexander City product liability lawyers collaborate with industry experts and use over 30 years of experience to determine the defect type, its impact, and the responsible parties. We then build evidence-based claims to pursue maximum compensation for our clients.

Examples of Common Defective Products

While any product can be defective, some types appear in litigation more frequently. Common defective products include:

Some examples of common defective products include:

• Autos and auto parts, such as airbags, seatbelts, and engine parts
• Children’s products, including toys, cribs, and baby formula
• Prescription drugs and over-the-counter medications
• Medical devices, such as knee and hip replacements
• Firearms, including gun safety defects
• Gas appliances, such as water heaters and clothes dryers
• Household cleaners and chemicals
• Industrial equipment, tools, and machinery
• Agricultural products, such as pesticides and herbicides
• Contaminated food and beverage products

If your injuries resulted from a defective product, contact Morris Haynes Attorneys at Law to learn your legal options. We can answer your questions and guide you through the process.

How to File a Defective Product Claim

Product liability claims differ from standard personal injury claims. Since defective products often affect multiple people, mass litigation can be the most effective solution. If a product injured several people, you may qualify for a class action lawsuit or mass tort. Mass torts work well when victims experience different harms from the same defective product, such as a faulty medical device or dangerous medication.

In other cases, a single-plaintiff claim may be more appropriate. These cases resemble typical personal injury claims, where one person brings a lawsuit against a liable manufacturer or distributor.

Our attorneys can review your case at no cost and recommend the best course of action. We have decades of experience handling complex product liability claims and will advocate aggressively on your behalf.

Seeking Maximum Compensation for Injured Individuals

t Morris Haynes Attorneys at Law, we understand how a serious injury can disrupt your life. You may face massive medical bills, physical limitations, permanent disability, and other challenges. You may also miss weeks or months of work, and if you are permanently disabled, you may be unable to support yourself or your family. These challenges create significant financial stress.

Our goal is to hold the liable party accountable for all your damages, including economic and non-economic losses such as pain and suffering. You must act quickly because you usually have two years from the date of injury—or the date you discovered it—to file a lawsuit. Missing this deadline typically prevents you from recovering compensation.

There is no cost or risk in speaking with our team. We offer contingency fees, so we only get paid if we recover a settlement or verdict for you.

Call (256) 329-2000 or contact us online using our secure form to schedule a complimentary consultation today.