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Accidents involving defective products are alarmingly common. While the products we buy are supposed to be safe for their intended use, far too often, they are not. If you have been injured by a defective product, you have clear legal rights, and you will want to discuss your legal rights with a Fort Myers defective product lawyer at Spivey Law Firm, Personal Injury Attorneys, P.A. promptly. You may be entitled to financial compensation, and once your case has been evaluated, an experienced defective product lawyer can help you seek the financial compensation you deserve.

7 Important Facts for Individuals Injured by Defective Products in Florida

Let us say you have been injured by a defective product. Maybe you were injured in an accident, or maybe you received a defective medical implant. Whatever the case may be, you are facing consequences you did not expect—and that you did not plan for—and you are not sure what you can (and should) do next.

If you find yourself in this scenario, here is what you need to know:

1. Your Wellbeing Should Be Your First Priority

If you have been injured by a defective product, your wellbeing should be your first priority. This means that you should see a doctor promptly (if you have not done so already). By seeing a doctor promptly, you will help ensure that the consequences of the defect are as minimal as possible. You will also help ensure that you have the opportunity to assert your legal rights effectively.

Why? When you have a claim for injuries caused by a defective product, protecting your wellbeing and protecting your legal rights go hand-in-hand. By having a doctor document both the cause and the extent of your injuries, you will provide your Fort Myers defective product lawyer at Spivey Law Firm with key evidence for seeking proper compensation.

2. You Should Keep Any Evidence You Still Have

When you have a defective product claim, evidence is the key to seeking the financial compensation you deserve. With this in mind, in addition to seeing a doctor, you should also keep any evidence you currently have in your possession. Depending on the circumstances, this may include things like:

• The defective product (or any parts or pieces of the defective product)
• The product’s packaging or instructions
• Your order confirmation or receipt for purchasing the product
• Photos or videos of the accident (or its aftermath)
• Names and contact information for any witnesses
• Prescriptions or medical records (if your case involves a defective drug or medical device)

These are just examples. If you have anything that you think may be relevant to your defective product claim, you should keep it to give to your lawyer. Your lawyer will then be able to determine if he or she can use it to seek full compensation on your behalf.

3. You Should Start Documenting the Costs of the Defect

Along with keeping any evidence you currently have in your possession, you should also get in the habit of keeping evidence going forward. This evidence will mostly be in the form of documentation, and will include records such as:

• Medical records for the diagnosis and treatment of your injuries caused by the defect
• Bills and receipts for your medical care related to the defect
• Bills and receipts for your physical or occupational therapy related to the defect
• Order confirmations or receipts for prescriptions, medical supplies, and other out-of-pocket expenses
• Employment records documenting the time you have missed from work
• Photos or videos documenting your injuries and their day-to-day effects throughout the recovery process

Generally speaking, the more documentation you have, the better. For now, however, it is essential that you keep all this documentation confidential between you and your lawyer. If you provide information to the insurance companies or post about what happened online, this could potentially compromise your claim for just compensation.

4. Manufacturers Can (and Should) Be Held Accountable for Selling Defective Products

To be abundantly clear, manufacturers can (and should) be held accountable for selling defective products. As a consumer or patient, you have the right to expect that the products you buy will not harm you if you use them as intended. Product liability laws exist to hold manufacturers accountable in this scenario, and an experienced Fort Myers defective product lawyer at Spivey Law Firm, Personal Injury Attorneys, P.A. can help you assert your rights under these laws effectively.

5. The Costs of Traumatic Injuries Can Be Substantial

From medical bills to lost earnings, the financial costs of traumatic injuries can be substantial. Traumatic injuries can have significant non-financial costs (i.e., pain and suffering) as well. If you have a defective product claim, you are entitled to seek just compensation for all of these past, present, and future costs. Your lawyer will be able to help ensure that you are seeking the full compensation you deserve.

6. You Can Hire a Fort Myers Defective Product Lawyer at No Out-of-Pocket Cost

In this scenario, hiring a lawyer to represent you costs nothing out-of-pocket. You can hire a Fort Myers defective product lawyer on a contingency-fee basis, which means that you will not have to pay anything unless your claim is successful. If your claim is successful, your legal fees and costs will be deducted from the amount your lawyer helps you recover.

7. Many (But Not All) Successful Product Defect Cases Settle Out of Court

Seeking financial compensation for injuries from a defective product involves filing a lawsuit, and this means that you may eventually need to court. With that said, most successful product defect cases settle before trial. When you hire an experienced lawyer to represent you, your lawyer will focus on recovering just compensation as efficiently as possible while also preparing to fight for your rights in court if necessary. Attorney Randall L. Spivey is Board Certified by the Florida Bar Association as a specialist in Civil Trial Law and has had numerous jury verdicts throughout the State of Florida.

Request a Free Consultation with Fort Myers Defective Product Lawyer Randall L. Spivey at Spivey Law Firm, Personal Injury Attorneys, P.A.

Are you dealing with serious injuries from a defective product? If so, we strongly encourage you to contact us for more information. To request a free consultation with Fort Myers defective product lawyer Randall L. Spivey, call Spivey Law Firm, Personal Injury Attorneys, P.A. at (239) 337-7483 or toll-free 888-477-4839, or contact us online at SpiveyLaw.com today.