Florida Product Liability Lawyer

When you purchase a product, you expect it to be safe. However, defective or dangerous products injure thousands of people every year. If you or a loved one has been harmed by a faulty product in Florida, you may have the right to seek compensation. At D2 Law, our experienced Tampa product liability lawyers fight for consumers injured due to manufacturing defects, design flaws, and failure to warn.

Understanding Product Liability Law in Florida

Product liability law holds manufacturers, distributors, and retailers responsible for putting defective products on the market. If a product is unsafe and causes injury, these parties may be liable for the damages. Florida follows a strict liability rule in many cases, meaning that a victim does not need to prove negligence—only that the product was defective and directly caused their injury.

There are three main types of product defects that can lead to a liability claim:

• Manufacturing Defects: These occur when a product is improperly made, making it different from other units of the same design. For example, a batch of tires may have weak rubber due to an error in production, increasing the risk of a blowout.

• Design Defects: A flaw in the product’s blueprint that makes it inherently dangerous. A car model with an unstable center of gravity that easily rolls over would be an example of a defective design.

• Failure to Warn: When a product lacks proper warnings or instructions about potential dangers. This is common in pharmaceuticals, where a drug may cause severe side effects without adequate disclosure.

Common Types of Defective Products

Nearly any product can be defective, but some of the most common product liability cases involve:

• Defective auto parts – Faulty brakes, defective airbags, and tire blowouts can lead to severe crashes.

• Dangerous pharmaceuticals – Some prescription drugs have undisclosed side effects that cause serious health complications.

• Medical devices – Defective implants, surgical tools, and prosthetics can result in serious injuries or infections.

• Household appliances – Fire hazards, electrical failures, and mechanical malfunctions are frequent causes of injury.

• Children’s products and toys – Poorly designed cribs, strollers, or toys with choking hazards can be life-threatening.

• Industrial machinery – Defective construction and factory equipment can cause catastrophic injuries to workers.

Who Can Be Held Liable for a Defective Product?

Multiple parties can be held responsible for a defective product, including:

• Manufacturers – The company that designed or built the product may be liable for defects.

• Retailers – If a store sells a defective product, they can also be responsible for injuries.

• Distributors and Wholesalers – Any entity involved in the supply chain may share liability if they contributed to the defect.

Proving a Product Liability Claim

To succeed in a product liability case, you must establish:

1. The product was defective – Through design, manufacturing, or failure to warn.

2. You suffered an injury – There must be clear proof of harm caused by the product.

3. The defect directly caused the injury – You need to show that your injury resulted from the product’s failure.

4. You were using the product as intended – Misuse of the product can impact your claim.

Compensation for Product Liability Victims

Victims of defective products may be eligible to recover:

• Medical expenses (current and future)

• Lost wages and diminished earning capacity

• Pain and suffering

• Permanent disability

• Wrongful death damages if a loved one was fatally injured

Why Choose D2 Law for Your Product Liability Case?

At D2 Law, we have a proven track record of holding corporations accountable for dangerous products. Our legal team works tirelessly to investigate claims, gather evidence, and secure maximum compensation for our clients. We have the resources to take on large manufacturers and won’t back down in the fight for justice.