South Valley Product Liability Lawyers

Protecting Consumers in South Valley, NM

If you or a loved one has been injured due to a defective or dangerous product, you need a knowledgeable and experienced legal advocate on your side. At the Law Office of Nathan Cobb, we are committed to holding negligent manufacturers, designers, and distributors accountable for the harm their products cause. Our South Valley product liability lawyer will fight for the rights of injured consumers and seek their entitled compensation.

To schedule a free initial consultation, contact us today at (505) 572-1160.

What is Product Liability?

Product liability refers to the legal responsibility of manufacturers, wholesalers, and retailers for injuries caused by defective or dangerous products. When a product is sold to consumers, it is expected to be safe for use. However, when a defect in design, manufacturing, or labeling results in injury, the responsible party may be held liable under product liability laws.

There are three primary types of product defects that can lead to liability:

• Design Defects: These occur when a product is inherently dangerous due to its design, even if manufactured correctly.
• Manufacturing Defects: These arise when a mistake occurs during production, causing a product to deviate from its intended design.
• Marketing Defects (Failure to Warn): These involve inadequate instructions or warnings that fail to inform consumers of potential risks associated with the product.

Common Types of Defective Products

Product liability cases can involve a wide range of defective items, including:

Auto Parts

Defective car parts such as faulty brakes, airbags, tires, and accelerators can cause severe accidents, putting drivers, passengers, and pedestrians at risk. Manufacturers can be held liable for design or manufacturing defects that lead to accidents and injuries.

Medical Devices

Medical devices are meant to improve health, but defective implants, pacemakers, surgical instruments, and prosthetics can cause severe complications. Patients who suffer harm due to faulty medical devices may have grounds for a product liability claim.

Pharmaceutical Drugs

Prescription and over-the-counter drugs should be safe when used as directed. However, dangerous side effects, contamination, or improper labeling can lead to serious injuries. Drug manufacturers have a duty to warn consumers of potential risks associated with their products.

Children’s Products

Parents trust that toys, car seats, cribs, and other children’s products are safe. Unfortunately, defective designs or manufacturing flaws can pose choking hazards, strangulation risks, and other dangers to young children.

Household Products

Everyday products such as electronics, appliances, cleaning supplies, and furniture should be designed and manufactured with safety in mind. Defective wiring, flammable materials, or toxic chemicals can lead to fires, injuries, and even fatalities.

Strict Liability in New Mexico

New Mexico follows a strict liability standard in product liability cases. This means that an injured party does not have to prove that a manufacturer or seller was negligent—only that the product was defective and caused harm when used as intended. Under strict liability, the focus is on the defect itself rather than the actions of the company.

To establish a strict liability claim in New Mexico, the following must be proven:

• The product was defective.
• The defect existed when the product left the manufacturer or seller’s possession.
• The defect directly caused injury or harm to the consumer.
• The product was used in a foreseeable manner.

Because of the strict liability standard, manufacturers, distributors, and retailers cannot escape responsibility simply by claiming they were unaware of the defect.

Compensation for Product Liability Claims

Victims of defective products may be entitled to compensation for:

• Medical expenses (current and future)
• Lost wages and loss of earning capacity
• Pain and suffering
• Emotional distress
• Permanent disability or disfigurement
• Wrongful death damages (in fatal cases)

By pursuing a product liability claim, you can seek justice and financial recovery while also helping to prevent similar incidents from happening to others.

How the Law Office of Nathan Cobb Can Help

When pursuing a product liability claim, it is crucial to have a skilled South Valley product liability lawyer who understands the complexities of these cases. At the Law Office of Nathan Cobb, we:

• Conduct thorough investigations to identify product defects and responsible parties.
• Work with industry experts to establish liability and damages.
• Handle negotiations with insurance companies and corporate legal teams.
• Represent clients in court when necessary to secure fair compensation.

We are dedicated to protecting the rights of injured consumers and ensuring that negligent corporations are held accountable for their unsafe products.

Call (505) 572-1160 or fill out our online contact form today for a free case review.