Personal Injury Lawyers Since 1999
Safe and effective products are essential for consumer confidence. Part of preserving this confidence is holding the designers and manufacturers of defective or dangerous products accountable for their negligence and the damage their products inflict on consumers.
At Yegendorf Rashid in Ottawa, we are skilled product liability lawyers who have nearly 50 years of combined personal injury and wrongful death litigation experience. We understand the challenges injury victims face in Ontario and seek to level the playing field with insurance companies and other parties who are responsible for the injuries caused.
Product liability refers to the liability of any or all parties involved in the manufacture and supply of a faulty product which caused damage, including:
• Manufacturers
• Wholesalers
• Retailers
Products found containing inherent defects that cause harm to a consumer of the product or someone to whom the product was given may be the subject of a product liability action. Consumer products must additionally meet the requirement that they are reasonably fit for the purpose for which they are sold.
Three types of product liability claims may be sought:
Product liability claims typically fall under the following categories:
• Dangerous chemicals and hazardous materials
• Defective children’s products, including food, unsafe bedding, defective car seats and toys
• Unsafe industrial and agricultural equipment
• Dangerous pharmaceuticals and medical devices
• Power tools, including chainsaws
• Snow blowers and home appliances
• Heaters and generators
We hold the designers and manufacturers of defective products accountable and seek the full financial recovery our clients are entitled to. Our firm can help you obtain full compensation for damages such as lost income, rehabilitation costs, home care and emotional trauma in personal injury claims involving defective products. We are particularly focused on obtaining favourable outcomes for victims of catastrophic injuries such as brain injuries, spinal cord injuries and fatal accidents.
For a free consultation call us at 613-237-5000 or 1-866-303-5118. We can visit you at the hospital or at home if you have mobility limitations. Alternatively, tell us about your situation in the fields provided so we can assist you.
