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Los Angeles Failure to Warn Attorney

Los Angeles failure to warn attorneys

The knowledgeable Los Angeles failure to warn lawyers at Bisnar Chase has a long and successful track record of helping those severely injured due to poorly designed or manufactured products.

Victims injured by defective products find themselves against large corporations guarded by formidable legal defense teams. We put our knowledge, resources, and skills to work for our clients. Our team has the experience and resources to stand up and fight against these large entities.

If you have been injured by a defective product or wish to find out if you have a failure-to-warn lawsuit in Los Angeles, please contact us at 323-238-4683 for a free consultation and comprehensive case evaluation.

Each day in the United States, millions of products are used by consumers under the assumption that they are safe and could cause no harm. Unfortunately, we know that this is not the case. In fact, millions of consumers are injured or even killed each year as a result of dangerous or defective products. 

A number of these products are dangerous because they are unsafe when used as they should have been used. A number of product liability lawsuits filed in our courts involve products that were faulty as a result of a manufacturing defect, design flaw or a Failure to Warn.

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What is Failure to Warn?

When manufacturers of products fail to warn of the dangers associated with the goods they produce, it is known as “Failure to Warn.” The labeling on the product and instructions to use a specific product must be clear and concise. 

Manufacturers must also post warnings about the dangers posed by the product. Some valuable products, however, can present certain inherent dangers that cannot be eliminated without reducing the product’s functionality.

For example, kitchen knives may be extremely sharp. But if the knives are not sharp, they may not be helpful in the kitchen anymore. Product manufacturers have a duty to warn consumers of the risks associated with using a product. Manufacturers have this duty only if they know or should have known about the risks and dangers presented by the product at the time it was made.

If you have been injured as a result of another party’s failure to warn, then an experienced Failure-to-Warn attorney from Los Angeles can help. Our attorneys understand the law and will fight hard to ensure that all negligent parties are held accountable for their actions.

We know how to properly investigate your claim in order to prove negligence on the part of any other person responsible for failing to provide adequate warning about potentially dangerous conditions or products.

When necessary, we will leverage our strong relationships with expert witnesses who can testify on your behalf. You deserve justice; let us handle it. Contact Bisnar Chase today and get started rebuilding after this unfortunate situation – reach out now before time runs out!

Did the Manufacturer Have a Duty to Warn?

The plaintiffs in such product liability lawsuits must show that the manufacturers knew about the danger posed by the product and had a duty to warn consumers about such hazards. Plaintiffs must also show that the product manufacturers were negligent in their duty to warn, which caused the consumer to suffer injuries while using the product. It is essential to ask the following questions:

  • Did the product function as intended?
  • Could the product manufacturer have foreseen or anticipated the dangers associated with its use?
  • Would the warnings or instructions have prevented the accident?

A company’s biggest responsibility is to provide a safe product or service for its customers, regardless. When children are involved, extra precautions are always needed. Mothers and fathers put their trust in product safety, and serious consequences can occur when that trust is neglected.

 

Examples of Failure to Warn

Failure-to-warn lawsuits often involve hazards that consumers could not have reasonably known without proper warning. Here are a few examples:

  • Manufacturers of drugs must provide a list of potential side effects that consumers can expect to suffer from using their product.
  • Manufacturers of medical devices must warn consumers about the possible adverse effects they could suffer from as a result of using their products.
  • Companies that make children’s products, such as furniture and toys, must warn parents and caregivers about potential hazards, such as falling or choking.
  • Manufacturers of household appliances should warn consumers about potential burn or electrocution hazards.
  • Tobacco companies should warn consumers about the addictive nature of their products and any potential adverse effects, such as cancer and birth defects.
  • Companies that make household or industrial cleaners should post warnings about how consumers or workers can protect themselves from toxic exposure.
  • Premises claims such as a slip and fall accident can also fall under failure to warn (signs, wet floors, damaged furniture, equipment). 

Adequate Product Warnings

The law requires that an adequate product warning include complete disclosure of the hazards and the degree of risk or danger involved. The warning must also be visible so that a consumer can see it. Elements of an adequate or effective warning include cautionary words written in bold or large letters alerting the consumer, such as “DANGER” or “WARNING.” The warning should identify the nature of the hazard.

For example, does the product pose a risk of choking or burn injuries? A proper warning should also include details about what could go wrong if the warning is not obeyed. In addition, the warning should have information about how consumers can avoid a dangerous situation while using the products. Finally, pictures showing how to use the product and how not to use it will also adequately alert consumers, emphasizing the hazards involved with the product.

If you think you have a case please contact our failure to warn attorneys for a free consultation. 

Another example is the dangers of talcum powder and companies like Johnson & Johnson who refuse to put warning labels on dangerous products, as explained in the following video:

 

Failure to Warn Compensation for Injured Consumers

Anyone injured by a defective product has the right to file a product liability claim against the negligent manufacturer for injuries, damage, and losses suffered.

For a failure-to-warn claim to be successful, injured consumers must prove that the defendant manufactured, sold, and distributed the product that;

  1. the product had dangers or risks about which the defendant knew or should have known;
  2. that these known risks presented a danger to the consumer when the product is used in a reasonably foreseeable way;
  3. and that the manufacturer failed to warn consumers about the potential risks.

Plaintiffs in such cases must also prove that he or she was harmed and that the lack of warning was a substantial factor in causing the victim’s injuries.

How much do you charge to take my case?

Personal injury attorneys charge 33% typically unless the case requires extensive resources and experts. There is no risk to you because if the law firm doesn’t win, you won’t pay – even after they have invested money and resources. It’s called contingency fee basis and is standard practice in personal injury law.

How long will my case take to settle?

Settling a personal injury claim can take anywhere from a few months to a few years depending on the circumstances of the case, insurance company resistance, experts needed, product investigations, and other factors. If your lawyer is quick to settle your case then he isn’t fighting for the best compensation for you.

Contact our Failure to Warn Attorneys in Los Angeles

Our team of skilled lawyers at Bisnar Chase have over 45 years of experience and have established a 99% success rate. We have won over $900 Million for our clients and continue to provide compassionate service.

If you have experienced an injury resulting from a product that was mislabeled, unlabeled, or failed to give proper warning instructions, contact our Los Angeles Failure to Warn Attorneys team at 323-238-4683 and receive a Free Case Evaluation to see if your situation qualifies. You may be entitled to generous compensation.

Failure to Warn Attorney in Los Angeles

If you have been injured in a premises liability accident, please get in touch with our failure to warn attorneys for a free consultation.

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Case Results

  • 1

    $117,500,000

    Consumer Class Action

  • 2

    $38,650,000

    Motor Vehicle Accident

  • 3

    $32,698,073

    Auto Defect – Seat Manufacturers, Johnson Controls

  • 4

    $30,000,000

    Motorcycle Accident

  • 5

    $24,744,764

    Defective Seatback

  • 6

    $16,444,904

    Bicycle Accident

Client Reviews

Bisnar Chase Google Review

Great people in this office, everyone was really helpful explaining everything. I was referred by my aunt for my car accident in October and the case went pretty fast. No problems and very professional. I was kept in the loop thru the whole process and was able to get a better settlement than my insurance company said I would. I can’t really compare them to other law firms because it was the first time I had to use an attorney, but my bad experience with the car accident was handled as well as I could have hoped.

P. Montgomery
Bisnar Chase Google Review - Lena

I wasn’t sure if I needed a personal injury attorney because I’d never been in a car accident before. I assumed I’d just go straight through the other driver’s insurance but that quickly became a nightmare. I spent months fighting over the simplest of issues about my case, which was 100% the other driver’s fault. I hired Bisnar Chase to see if they could just take it over for me. I was really impressed with how much they communicated everything to me! I suddenly started getting calls from the insurance company, imagine that. My final settlement was 6 times what I asked for to begin with. Everyone I dealt with was really involved in what was best for me, not the insurance.

Lena Murillo
Bisnar Chase Review - Natalie

I’m so impressed with this law firm. I lost my mother because of a seat defect when she was rear-ended in an auto accident and Bisnar Chase stepped up and took our case. The staff is wonderful and Brian Chase took his time explaining everything via phone with me. I’m honored to have the best of the best working on our family’s behalf, trying to get justice for my Mom, because of a negligent car company still manufacturing faulty seats. I look forward to working with this firm and am hopeful for a positive outcome. Thank you so much, Brian Chase. I know you will work your hardest on this case. God Bless you.

Natalie C.
Bisnar Chase Google Review

I had an attorney for my truck accident who wanted almost 60% of what my case was worth. Worse than that, he was willing to settle for $5,000.00 with the insurance company even though I was still treating for whiplash and back pain. I contacted Bisnar Chase Personal Injury Attorneys because a friend recommended them. My case was handled exceptionally well! I was being kept notified throughout the whole process and only when I was comfortable with the settlement figure, did my attorney Gavin Long, accept it. I felt like we were working together and I felt listened to. I would refer Bisnar Chase to anyone who wants quality over quantity!

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