What Is the Difference Between Product Liability and Strict Liability?
Understanding the difference between product liability and strict liability is critical, especially for those who have experienced harm due to a defective product or a dangerous activity. These legal principles, while interconnected, have distinct roles in how they protect consumers and hold individuals or entities accountable. Strict liability applies broadly, placing responsibility for harm…
What Is Sudden Unintended Acceleration?
Car accidents can happen at any time, in any place, and for any reason. Many of these collisions occur due to negligent driving behaviors, such as speeding, running a red light, or driving under the influence. Other accidents occur due to bad weather, poorly maintained roads, and sudden unintended acceleration. If you are injured…
Joel T. Andreesen Reflects on His Years Spent at Rodriguez & Associates
Joel Andreesen attributes his lifelong commitment to fact-finding as a huge reason for his success as an attorney. And that success is about much more than financial settlements. Throughout his career, and during his nearly two decades at Rodriguez & Associates, where he is a Senior Partner, Joel has been driven more by a…
Who Is Liable for Injuries Caused by a Defective Product?
Suffering a defective product injury can be painful and confusing. Liability in product injury lawsuits can be complex, and you may not know who you can hold accountable for your injuries. Oftentimes, these cases involve multiple entities. You can file a product liability lawsuit against any entity along the chain of distribution, depending on…
How Can I Prove an Injury Is from a Defective Product?
Injuries from defective products can be devastating. From vape pens to dangerous drugs and medical devices, you deserve compensation for the losses you suffered as a result of the product — and you can claim these damages through a product liability lawsuit. Most defective product lawsuits rely on the concept of strict liability to…
What Is an Implied Warranty?
When purchasing products, many people are wary of warranties that could ultimately impact how long a product can receive repairs or even the timeframe we can return the product in. However, warranties can apply in many more situations than getting a costly appliance fixed. Some warranties apply to the quality of the product or…
How Effective Are Disclaimers?
When it comes to injuries and damages caused by products, it can be legally possible to pursue compensation through a product liability case. These claims allow for consumers to protect their rights to safety when using products. However, as a lawsuit can take up the time and money of a company and cast poorly…
Can You Sue a Restaurant for Food Poisoning?
Food poisoning is extremely uncomfortable for anyone who has experienced it. If you get food poisoning after going out to eat, you may determine that the restaurant was responsible for your illness. When this is the case, you may be wondering if it’s possible to sue the restaurant for food poisoning. Is a Lawsuit…
Auto Manufacturers With The Most Recalls
When you search for a new vehicle, you may look at safety ratings, consumer satisfaction reports, and the popularity of the car in the marketplace. You may not, however, search for the number of recalls a brand experiences. Today, some car brands seem to announce information for a new recall on a daily basis….