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When you purchase an item, you should be able to rest easy knowing that it is safe for use. After all, if you use consumer products the way that the manufacturer intended, you have a right to expect a reasonable amount of safety.
Unfortunately, many products go to market each year that are unexpectedly hazardous. When used, these items may result in catastrophic injuries to consumers.
If you or someone you love has been hurt as a result of using a defective or faulty product, you may be entitled to compensation. Consumer product injuries happen across the state of North Carolina, and as the state’s largest city, Charlotte sees many of these accidents each year.
There is a significant legal difference between products that fail because of normal wear-and-tear and defective items. When an unreasonably hazardous consumer product causes you harm, product liability lawyers in Charlotte, NC, can help.
The accomplished professionals at Morgan & Morgan have decades of experience fighting on behalf of faulty-product victims. You should not have to cover the financial costs resulting from an injury that a negligent company caused.
In the state of North Carolina, injury victims have the legal right to pursue financial recovery through a product liability claim. The skilled Morgan & Morgan product liability lawyers in Charlotte, NC, will review your situation to help you recover the money that you are rightfully owed. Fill out the contact form on our website to schedule a free consultation.
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What is product liability in North Carolina?
In many states, product liability cases are handled under strict liability, meaning the manufacturer is automatically responsible if their product caused harm. But North Carolina does things differently.
Here, you have to prove that someone in the product’s chain of distribution was negligent, that they failed to act with reasonable care, and that their failure directly caused your injury. It’s a higher bar, but one we’re very familiar with clearing.
To win your case, we’ll need to show:
- The manufacturer or seller owed you a duty of care
- They breached that duty (e.g., poor design, unsafe manufacturing, lack of warning)
- That breach caused your injury
- You suffered real harm, such as medical bills, lost wages, or emotional trauma
This isn’t something you have to navigate alone. We collaborate with medical experts, engineers, and product safety specialists to develop robust claims for our clients.
What types of product defects can cause injuries?
Not every defective product is immediately apparent as dangerous. Some issues only become clear after it’s too late. That’s why product liability claims are usually grouped into three categories:
Manufacturing Defects
These occur when something goes wrong during the production process. Maybe a batch of tires wasn’t sealed correctly, or a bolt in a pressure cooker came loose. These flaws usually affect individual units rather than the entire product line.
Design Defects
Here, the problem is baked into the product itself. It could be an SUV with a high rollover risk or an e-cigarette that overheats under normal use. Even when made “correctly,” these products are dangerous by design.
Labeling Defects (Failure to Warn)
Even a well-designed and properly built product can be dangerous without the right warnings. If a power tool lacks instructions about safe operation, or a medication omits critical side effect risks, you may have grounds for a claim.
Misusing a product or modifying it doesn’t automatically disqualify your case, but it may affect liability. That’s why legal review is essential.
Who can be held liable for a defective product?
In North Carolina, liability extends beyond the manufacturer. Anyone in the product’s chain of distribution can potentially be held responsible:
- Manufacturers, including those who made the defective part
- Wholesalers and distributors, who may have mishandled the item
- Retailers, especially if they altered the product, repackaged it, or sold it with missing information
- In rare cases, design consultants or marketers could also bear some responsibility
Retailers in NC sometimes invoke the “innocent seller” defense, but there are exceptions. If the manufacturer can’t be sued in NC or is unable to pay damages, the seller might still be liable.
Even if a product was manufactured outside the U.S., the company that imported and sold it in North Carolina can still be held liable under state and federal product safety laws.
What types of injuries may lead to a product liability claim?
We've worked with clients harmed by a wide range of hazardous products, both large and small. Common injuries include:
- Severe burns from flammable items or battery explosions
- Broken bones or head trauma from collapsing furniture or auto part failure
- Internal injuries or allergic reactions due to contamination or labeling issues
- Long-term illnesses from chemical exposure or defective pharmaceuticals
- Psychological harm, including PTSD from traumatic product failures
Some of the most heartbreaking cases involve child injuries, choking hazards, toxic toys, or defective baby equipment. We take these cases personally.
What should I do after a product injures me?
If you’ve been hurt by a consumer product in Charlotte, your priority is your health. After that, try to preserve as much evidence as possible. Here’s what we recommend:
- Keep the product, packaging, and receipt (if safe to do so)
- Take photos or videos of the product, your injuries, and the scene
- Get medical attention immediately and document all care received
- Avoid posting on social media or giving statements to insurers
- Contact a lawyer as soon as you’re able
Proving that a product was defective and that it caused your injury can be a time-consuming process that requires thorough research and expert analysis. The earlier we can start that process, the stronger your case will be.
How long do I have to file a product liability claim in North Carolina?
North Carolina gives you three years from the date of your injury to file a lawsuit. However, there’s also something called a statute of repose, which bars claims more than 12 years after the product was originally purchased, even if your injury happened more recently.
That clock starts ticking the day the product was sold, not when you were hurt. So don’t wait. Every month you delay could make it harder to recover the compensation you deserve.
What can I recover in a product liability case?
A successful product liability claim can provide compensation for both economic and non-economic damages, including:
- Medical bills (past and future)
- Lost income or reduced earning capacity
- Pain and suffering
- Emotional distress
- PTSD or trauma
- Property damage
- Loss of enjoyment of life
- In some cases, punitive damages
The exact value depends on your injury, the evidence, and who is found liable. We’ll help you understand what your case may be worth and fight for every dollar you’re owed.
Why is Morgan & Morgan built for these cases?
Product liability claims can get complicated fast, especially in North Carolina, where negligence must be proven. That’s why it’s so important to work with a firm that understands the medical, technical, and legal angles of these cases.
At Morgan & Morgan, we’ve helped thousands of consumers across the country take on some of the biggest companies in the world. We’ve handled claims involving:
- Defective car parts
- Exploding lithium-ion batteries
- Flammable household products
- Unsafe pharmaceuticals
- Recalled medical devices
- Dangerous children’s toys and equipment
We have the resources to investigate, the experts to back your case, and the courtroom experience to go to trial if a fair settlement isn’t offered.
How can Morgan & Morgan help me?
You shouldn’t be left paying the price for someone else’s mistake. If you or someone you love was injured by a defective product, Morgan & Morgan is ready to help.
There’s no cost to get started, and you don’t pay a dime unless we win. Schedule your free consultation with a Charlotte product liability lawyer today, and let’s fight for the justice you deserve.