Products Liability

Chicago Attorneys Helping Victims of Dangerous Products

Dangerous products cause countless catastrophic injuries and deaths each year. The Chicago defective machinery lawyers and product liability attorneys of Lane & Lane, LLC represent victims and families who have suffered injury as the result of a defective or dangerous product. In all personal injury cases, we offer free consultations, and if we take your case, we will charge no attorneys' fees unless and until a recovery is made.

Defective Drugs

At times, pharmaceutical companies push drugs onto market before assessing their full range of side effects. When they do, they can cause catastrophic injuries and wrongful death. Recently, this has occurred with Vioxx®, Celebrex®, Bextra®, Serzone®, Zyprexa®, Crestor®, and other drugs. The attorneys of Lane & Lane, LLC have the experience and knowledge necessary to take on large, irresponsible companies and get clients compensation for medical bills, pain and suffering, lost wages, etc. Contact us to set up a free consultation.

Motor Vehicle Defects

Most people who are in auto accidents do not realize how defects in the car's design or manufacture have contributed to their injuries. Issues of tire-tread separation, seat belt defects, SUV rollovers, post-collision automobile fires, airbag malfunctions, etc. often either cause accidents or make injuries worse. The lawyers of Lane & Lane, LLC know how to bring a claim or file suit against auto manufacturers and producers for creating dangerous vehicles. Contact us to tell us about your situation.

Toxic Torts

"Toxic tort" is a legal term for litigation on behalf of people who have suffered from exposure to dangerous chemicals. Examples of applicable issues include dangerous chemical and cosmetics exposure, on-the-job exposure to asbestos and other dangerous chemicals, hazardous waste exposure, pesticide exposure, etc.

Some toxic torts involve products that have dangerous side effects and insufficient warnings as to their hazards. Other toxic tort cases involve prosecuting employers or other organizations responsible for the exposure, and are not technically product liability litigation. Regardless of the type of case, however, our lawyers can help; contact us.

Defective Clothing (Flammable Fabrics Act)

Clothing that catches fire easily or makes fire difficult to put out poses a serious danger to consumers. Under the Flammable Fabrics Act, clothing sold for public use must meet certain flammability standards. In many cases, the federal government has recalled some articles of clothing because they do not meet the law's guidelines. Manufacturers of defective clothing may be legally liable for any burn injuries caused by flammable clothing. If you believe you may own a piece of clothing that is defective, contact Lane & Lane, LLC's Chicago product liability lawyers.

Firearms

Firearms comprise an important and complex area of law. If someone discharges a firearm and causes harm or injury to another person, he or she may be legally liable. But when a child injures someone else with a firearm, his or her parents may be held accountable. However, if the discharge is due to a defect in the firearm, the manufacturer may be liable. It can be difficult to figure out alone who is liable; contact our Chicago defective machinery lawyers and we can figure it out for you.

Recreation Products

It is all too common to hear about a roller coaster that has seriously injured its passengers or an amusement park ride that has gone off its course. In some cases, the ride's equipment might be faulty and dangerous. Or, the operator may simply not be paying attention. Even with the proper safeguards, accidents can still take place. If a recreational product has injured you or someone you know, the Chicago defective machinery lawyers of Lane & Lane, LLC may be able to help. Please contact Lane & Lane, LLC today to learn more about our experience in this area of law.

Machinery & Tools

Unfortunately, even properly maintained tools and equipment can fail, sometimes resulting in serious injuring to the user. Large workplace equipment, such as forklifts and cranes, can also cause harm. Machinery manufacturers have a responsibility to ensure that their tools and machinery are neither defective nor inherently dangerous. If you or a loved one has suffered an injury as the result of a machinery accident, we can help. Please contact our Chicago defective machinery lawyers today.

Medical Products & Devices

In spite of the regulations and tests put into place by the Food and Drug Administration, there are times when devices that are labeled "safe" are, in reality, very dangerous. Recently, certain medical products have raised eyebrows because of consumer complaints about injury. The companies who manufacture and sell these products have become the focus of several lengthy and expensive lawsuits. Like health care providers, these businesses have a responsibility to ensure that their products do not harm or hurt consumers. If you have been injured by a dangerous or defective medical product or device, please contact our Chicago product liability attorneys today.

Food & Agriculture Products

Genetically modified food, organic food, growth hormones, and other oddities are showing up in our food. With so many new chemicals and additives being pumped into our favorite foods, it's hard to tell which ones are safe and which ones are not.

Farmers and others are obligated to label their products with the proper warnings, but problems can still arise. For example, peanuts may be used in the making of a specific product but not included in the ingredients listed on the label. The consumer who eats the food may have a severe allergic reaction. If you have been harmed by a specific food product, our Chicago product liability attorneys may be able to help. We have experience in this complex area of law.

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Anyone who has suffered from a dangerous product should contact the Chicago defective machinery lawyers of Lane & Lane, LLC as soon as possible. For more information about the legal issues involved in product liability litigation, visit our product liability information center.