BIRMINGHAM PRODUCT LIABILITY LAWYER

Most people don’t expect everyday products to put them in danger. Whether it’s a vehicle part, household appliance, medical device, or piece of machinery, consumers trust that products on the market are reasonably safe when used as intended. When that trust is broken, the consequences can be severe.

In Birmingham, defective products can cause life-altering injuries, long-term medical needs, lost income, and emotional distress. Alabama law allows injured consumers to pursue accountability when a product’s design, manufacturing process, or warnings make it unreasonably dangerous.

A product liability claim arises when a product causes injury because it was unsafe to use. Under Alabama law, manufacturers and sellers can be held responsible when a product is defective, and that defect leads to harm.

These claims don’t require proof that a company intended to cause injury, only that the product was placed into the stream of commerce in a condition that made it unreasonably dangerous for consumers.

Product liability cases generally fall into three categories, each addressing a different way a product can become dangerous.

• Design defects, where a product is inherently unsafe due to the way it was designed.
• Manufacturing defects, which occur when something goes wrong during production, can make a specific product unsafe.
• Failure to warn occurs when manufacturers fail to provide adequate instructions or warnings about known risks.

Any one of these defects can expose consumers to serious danger, even when the product is used correctly.

Responsibility for a defective product doesn’t fall on just one party. Depending on how the product reached consumers, liability may extend to multiple entities involved in its creation and sale.

Potentially responsible parties may include:

• Manufacturers who designed or produced the product
• Companies that assembled or tested the product
• Distributors or wholesalers who supplied the product
• Retailers who sold the defective item

Holding all responsible parties accountable is often necessary to fully address the harm caused.

Yes. A product recall does not prevent an injured consumer from filing a claim. In fact, recalls often strengthen product liability cases by demonstrating that a manufacturer was aware or should have been aware of a defect.

Injuries that occur before or even after a recall may still qualify for compensation, especially if warnings were inadequate or corrective action was delayed.

Whenever possible, keeping the defective product can be extremely important. The product itself often serves as critical evidence showing how and why it failed.

If the product is lost, damaged, or destroyed, other evidence, such as photos, purchase records, manuals, or expert analysis, may still support a claim. Preserving evidence early can make a meaningful difference in how a case unfolds.

Product liability injuries often result in both immediate and long-term consequences. Compensation is meant to reflect the full impact of the injury on the victim’s life.

Depending on the case, recoverable damages may include:

• Medical expenses and future treatment costs
• Lost income and reduced earning capacity
• Pain and suffering
• Emotional distress
• Permanent disability or disfigurement

Each claim is evaluated based on the severity of the injury and how it affects daily life.

Product liability claims are subject to strict legal deadlines under Alabama law. Missing these deadlines can permanently bar recovery, regardless of how serious the injuries are.

Because these cases often involve technical investigation and expert analysis, acting early can help preserve evidence and strengthen a claim.

Product liability cases require in-depth investigation. Morgan & Morgan works with engineers, safety experts, and industry specialists to examine how a product was designed, manufactured, tested, and marketed.

By reviewing internal documents, safety standards, testing records, and prior complaints, attorneys work to show how a product failed and why the responsible companies should be held accountable.

Some defective product cases proceed as class actions, while others are handled as individual lawsuits. The best approach depends on factors such as the type of product, the severity of injuries, and how many consumers were affected.

In cases involving serious personal injuries, individual claims may better reflect the specific harm suffered. Other situations may benefit from coordinated litigation involving many affected consumers.

Defective product cases have involved a wide range of consumer and industrial goods, many of which are used every day. These cases often arise when products fail in ways that could have been prevented through safer design, proper manufacturing, or clearer warnings.

Examples of products frequently involved in defective product settlements include:

• Defective vehicle components, such as airbags, brakes, or tires
• Dangerous or malfunctioning medical devices and implants
• Household products that pose fire, electrical, or chemical hazards
• Children’s products with choking, tipping, or structural risks
• Industrial machinery or equipment lacking proper safety features
• Consumer electronics that overheat or malfunction

Settlements and verdicts in these cases often reflect the seriousness of the injuries involved and the extent to which companies ignored known safety risks. Each case is evaluated individually, with outcomes depending on the specific defect, the harm caused, and the parties responsible.

Product liability cases often pit injured consumers against large manufacturers and corporations. Morgan & Morgan has the resources to investigate complex claims, challenge corporate defenses, and pursue compensation that reflects the full scope of harm.

When companies put unsafe products into the market, accountability matters.

Consumers should never pay the price for dangerous or defective products. When injuries could have been prevented, Alabama law provides a path to justice.

If you were injured by a defective product in Birmingham, Morgan & Morgan may be able to help. Contact us for a free case evaluation. There are no upfront costs, and you don’t pay unless compensation is recovered. When products fail, we’re ready to fight for you.