Design Defect
When the news media reports on a massive recall or a dangerous product, it is typically because a manufacturing defect has been discovered. In some cases this may involve the use of unsafe levels of lead paint, a batch of tires made from weak rubber, or a manufacturing run of bolts that used substandard steel. However, many product defects are actually introduced at the design stage, and thus could have been eliminated before they endangered the safety of the buying public.
Yet manufacturers are often in a hurry to get a new item to the market and are averse to spending the money necessary to ensure that those flaws are eliminated. If you or a loved one has been injured by a dangerous product, then you can file a civil action against the manufacturer. Contact the Houston product liability attorneys of Williams Kherkher at 832-369-8296 to learn more about your legal options.
Examples of Design Defects
The distinction between manufacturing defects and design defects can be difficult to grasp without concrete examples. There is one essential conceptual difference that can help clarify the matter before considering individual instances of design defect. If there is a product with an inherent design defect, then every one of those items that is produced will have the same problem. Manufacturing defects tend to be limited to a portion of that output and occur when some aspect of the product is not built correctly.
Some examples of design defects include:
- Choking Hazards
- Latch Failures
- Exposed Sharp Edges
- Flammability
- Safety Failures
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Let us help you gain the financial compensation that you deserve for your injuries. Contact the Houston design defect lawyers of Williams Kherkher at 832-369-8296 to schedule a free initial consultation.