Air fryers have become very popular over the past few years for many West Virginia residents who are focused on the healthy option of cooking without oil and still enjoying certain foods. Another benefit that many users may expect is actually a minimal chance for...
Product Liability
Increased product liability cases against PFAS manufacturers
Hundreds of consumers and their attorneys are filing massive lawsuits and winning against major corporations that sell dangerous products. Per- and poly-fluoroalkyl (PFAS) have become the central point of several, well-known product liability cases. Attorneys in West...
The basics of manufacturing defect law
Manufacturing defects in West Virginia could lead to product liability lawsuits. Luckily, manufacturing defect laws are there to protect consumers from the effects of harmful products. If you're new to this topic, here's what you need to know. What is a manufacturing...
Are Costco snorkels dangerous?
Through the Consumer Product Safety Commission, a recall for snorkels carried by Costco has been issued. Huish Outdoors encourages residents of West Virginia to destroy any Oceanic Adult Dry Top Snorkel product because it has a flaw that increases the risk of...
Are online retailers responsible for injuries from products sold?
If an online retailer sells a product from a third party that is defective and it ultimately injures you, is the online outlet liable for that injury? Amazon says no, but a court of appeals decision from earlier this year says yes. That means West Virginia residents...
When is a seller liable in West Virginia?
People who have been injured by a product may decide to bring product liability lawsuits against the manufacturer or maker of the product. Typically, the user of the product sues because the product failed to work as expected and caused harm. Sometimes, a seller may...
Is Amazon turning a blind eye to hazardous products?
Every year, thousands of products in West Virginia and throughout the country are recalled due to safety concerns. Under U.S. product liability law, a manufacturer or anyone involved in selling the product to the consumer is liable for injuries caused by the product....
Product Liability: Three Types Of Claims
When you buy a product, you probably take safety for granted. Most of us assume that the products we buy have been thoroughly tested and have passed safety inspection. Unfortunately, the fact that a product is on the market is not a guarantee that it is safe. Things...