Buying a new product shouldn’t have to be accompanied by weighing the potential injury risks it may pose to you and your loved ones. Unfortunately, far too many of the products available to consumers today carry significant safety hazards, causing unsuspecting people to suffer from debilitating injuries and illnesses. In fact, consumers who have suffered harm as a result of a product they purchased frequently have to deal with a range of consequences, from the costs of medical treatment and lost income to, in the worst of circumstances, life-threatening physical trauma.

In light of the serious challenges that the victims of dangerous or defective products often face, product liability laws allow consumers to hold the manufacturers of these products accountable for their negligence in producing an unsafe product and the harm it causes victims. To seek justice for injuries or property damage caused by a defective product, you might sue the manufacturer, retailer, or distributor, depending on the details of your situation. Consulting legal counsel can help you determine which is the best approach for you and which will get you the compensation you deserve.