CONSUMER PROTECTION AND PRODUCT LIABILITY Know Your Rights When Safety Is at Stake
Have you ever gone to buy a phone charger and worried if it would cause an electrical fire in your home? Most people don’t. Unfortunately, there are instances where consumer safety is at risk due to faulty products, leading to catastrophic events and injuries. If a defective product injures you, you can recover damages from any part of the distribution chain, including the manufacturer, retailer, wholesaler, or distributor.
of claim is typically the result of a breach of the initial specifications of the design, causing the product not to perform as safely as the design specifies. For example, the design of a tire proves it to be safe. However, during manufacturing, other particles get in the adhesive that secures the tire together, resulting in a tire blowout.
Failure to Warn or Inadequate Warning
Injuries from defective products fall into these three main categories:
In this type of claim, products are safe if used properly. However, manufacturers must clearly provide risks and safety hazard information with the product on the dangers of misuse. Failure to do so could lead to serious, sometimes fatal, injuries. Unknown side effects of certain medications are very common for this claim type.
Design Defects A design defect means there’s an issue with the product’s model before it goes into production. For example, a chest of drawers that risks tipping over or an airbag that deploys without being triggered. Many lawsuits against furniture and car manufacturers fall into this area of product liability. Manufacturing Defects Manufacturing defects are errors made during the fabrication process. This type
If a faulty product has injured you or someone you know, our team of
experienced attorneys can help you get the compensation you deserve. Call us today, or stop by our office, and we will answer any questions you may have.
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SPINACH, LENTIL, AND ROASTED BEET SALAD Inspired by MinamalistBaker.com
DIRECTIONS
1. Preheat oven to 400 F and grease a rimmed baking sheet. 2. To a small saucepan over medium- high heat, add lentils and stock and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 20–30 minutes uncovered until all liquid is absorbed. Set aside. 3. Add leeks and beets to the baking sheet, drizzle with olive oil, and season with salt and pepper. Bake 15–20 minutes. For crispier beets, bake for an additional 10–15 minutes. Set aside. 4. In a small bowl, whisk all dressing ingredients until combined. 5. In a larger serving bowl, combine spinach, beets, leeks, and lentils. Add dressing and toss to coat.
INGREDIENTS
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1/2 cup green lentils, rinsed clean 1 cup vegetable stock (or water)
3 medium leeks, chopped 1 medium beet, quartered
1–2 tbsp olive oil
1/4 tsp each salt and pepper 4 big handfuls of spinach
Dressing •
1/4 cup tahini
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1/2 medium lemon, juiced
2 tbsp maple syrup 3–4 tbsp olive oil
1 pinch each salt and pepper
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