When you buy a product, you trust that it’s been designed, manufactured, and sold safely. Unfortunately, that trust is sometimes broken. Defective and dangerous products injure thousands of people across the U.S. every year, often because corporations put profit before safety.
At The Donahey Law Firm, our Columbus product liability attorneys represent victims harmed by unsafe products. We have more than 50 years of experience holding manufacturers, distributors, and retailers accountable and helping injured consumers recover the compensation they deserve.
Why Choose Our Ohio Product Liability Lawyers?
- A 50+ Year Legacy of Consumer Advocacy: Since 1968, we’ve stood up to major corporations and insurance companies on behalf of injured Ohio consumers.
- Resources to Litigate Complex Cases: Product liability cases often involve expert witnesses, technical evidence, and national manufacturers. We have the resources and experience to take them on.
- No Fee Unless We Win Your Case: We represent clients on a contingency fee basis, meaning you pay nothing unless we successfully recover compensation on your behalf.
- Proven Record Against Powerful Defendants: We are not intimidated by large manufacturers and their legal teams. We have a history of holding them accountable for the harm they cause, with numerous successful verdicts and settlements that demonstrate our commitment to justice.
- Dedicated to Your Full Recovery: We pursue maximum compensation for all your damages, including medical expenses, lost income, and the long-term impact of your injuries.
Our 5-Step Process for Your Product Liability Case
Free & Confidential Case Evaluation: We’ll listen to your story, evaluate your case, and explain your options under Ohio product liability law.
Preserving Evidence & Investigation: Our defective product lawyers in Columbus work quickly to preserve the defective product and gather critical evidence, often with the help of engineers and product experts.
Identifying All Liable Parties: Our investigation will trace the product from manufacturing through sale to identify every party in the distribution chain who may be held liable.
Aggressive Negotiation With Corporations: We will handle all communications and negotiations with the manufacturer’s insurance company and legal team, demanding a settlement that covers all your losses.
Experienced Trial Representation: If the responsible parties refuse to offer a fair settlement, our skilled trial lawyers are prepared to take your case to court and fight for a just verdict.
Types of Product Liability Claims
Frequently Asked Questions About Product Liability Injuries
Seek medical attention right away and keep the product exactly as it was at the time of the accident–don’t throw it away or try to fix it. Take photos and keep all receipts, packaging, and documentation. Then, contact an Ohio product liability lawyer as soon as possible before speaking with the manufacturer or their insurance company.
Liability can extend to multiple parties in the product’s “chain of distribution.” This can include the product manufacturer, the manufacturer of a component part, the assembler or installer, the wholesaler, and the retail store that sold the product.
In most cases, you have two years from the date of the injury to file a lawsuit in Ohio. However, there are exceptions, especially if the injury wasn’t immediately apparent. To protect your rights, contact a product liability attorney in Ohio as soon as possible.
Defective products can cause devastating injuries that vary depending on the type of product and the nature of the defect. Victims may suffer severe burns from faulty electronics or appliances, traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) from defective helmets or airbags that fail to deploy, lacerations and amputations from dangerous power tools or machinery, poisoning or organ damage from contaminated food or drugs, and crush injuries from collapsing furniture or equipment. Defective medical devices can cause internal injuries and complications requiring additional surgeries. In the worst cases, dangerous products can lead to wrongful death. Our Columbus product liability lawyers represent clients who have suffered any type of injury caused by unsafe or defective products and fight to hold manufacturers accountable for the harm they’ve caused.
Talk to a Columbus Product Liability Lawyer Today
Defective products can cause devastating injuries, but you don’t have to face powerful corporations alone. The Donahey Law Firm has been protecting Ohio consumers for over five decades, helping families recover the compensation they need to rebuild their lives.