Experienced Product Liability Attorneys Near You in New Jersey

Manufacturers and retailers have an obligation to ensure the products they sell are safe, but defective products cause serious harm to injured victims each year. At Sarno da Costa D’Aniello Maceri Webb LLC, our product liability lawyers in New Jersey have the experience and resources to help you navigate your case effectively and hold negligent parties accountable. Our personal injury lawyers, led by Paul M. da Costa, have helped victims and their families recover substantial settlements and verdicts in complex product liability cases in New Jersey.

What is Product Liability?

In a product liability case, plaintiffs seek compensation from manufacturers or retailers for injuries caused by a defective product.

Common Types of Defective Products

Any product has the potential to be defective, but some of the most common items involved in product liability cases include:

Vehicles and defective auto parts and components, such as ignition switches, brakes, and tires
Medical devices, such as artificial joints
Medications with dangerous side effects, such as Accutane® or Fosamax®
Children’s toys and baby products
Home appliances and electronics
Food and beverage products
Industrial equipment, machinery, and tools

Paul and his team know how to thoroughly investigate and litigate product liability claims involving all types of products.

Who is Responsible in a Product Liability Claim?

Depending on the circumstances, our product liability lawyers can help you pursue compensation from any negligent party in the chain of production and sale, including:

Product designer or manufacturer
Manufacturer of any component parts
Those responsible for assembling or installing the product
Wholesale merchant
Retail store that sold the product

It’s important to keep in mind that the purchase of the defective product must be made in the regular course of a supplier’s business. For example, if a product bought at a garage sale is defective and causes injury, the person who had the garage is not responsible. Our product liability attorneys in New Jersey can evaluate your case, identify potentially liable parties, and pursue all possible sources of compensation.

Types of Product Liability

Because a defect can occur in any part of the multi-step process of creating and selling a product, there are many different types of product liability cases. In New Jersey, product liability claims are covered under the New Jersey Products Liability Act (NJPLA). This law establishes specific standards for proving a claim and outlines who may be held responsible. The three major types of product liability include:

Design defects – These cases target flaws in a product’s original design that make it inherently unsafe. Examples include poorly designed brakes or undisclosed medication side effects.
Manufacturing defects – These flaws result from negligence or error during the assembly or manufacturing of a product, such as defective tools or unsafe medical devices.
Marketing defects/ failure to warn – Even if a product is properly designed and manufactured, incorrect labeling, insufficient instructions, or lack of safety warnings can cause injuries. For example, not warning consumers about potential carcinogenic risks related to a product.

Building a Strong Product Liability Case

Product liability cases are usually more complex than other types of personal injury claims. In most personal injury cases, the plaintiff must prove that the defendant’s negligence led to an injury. But for product liability, it is often easier to prove that a product is defective than to prove that the manufacturer was negligent in its production. This exception, referred to as strict liability, can substantially improve your case’s chance of success.

For a product liability case to be successful, you must prove the item that caused the injury was defective. You must also show that the defect made the product unreasonably dangerous.

Cases involving products that can be inherently dangerous are often unsuccessful. For example, if you’re using a combustible fluid that is not intended for grilling and you are burned, your claim will be difficult to win. If a potentially dangerous product like a knife is defective but too dull to cause harm, you would not have a viable product liability claim.

Product manufacturing and sales are complex processes governed by complicated laws as well. Due to the depth and nuances of these types of cases, it is important to consult with Paul and his team before filing a claim. A product liability lawyer can listen to your story, evaluate your claim, and advise you on the most effective course of action.

Recovering Damages in Product Liability Claims

Our attorneys stand by your side every step of the way. We provide the compassionate, tenacious legal support you need to find justice and compensation for damages such as past and future medical bills, lost wages, loss of earning capacity, emotional distress, pain and suffering, and more. We know how to counter insurance companies’ tactics and fight tirelessly to help you secure the compensation you deserve to protect your health and future financial security.

Why Choose Our New Jersey Product Liability Lawyers?

Our personal injury law firm gets results and is well respected by clients and the legal community. Paul M. da Costa and his team have been recognized by The Best Lawyers in America® as Tier 1 Personal Injury – Plaintiffs and Tier 1 Medical Malpractice – Plaintiffs law firm in New Jersey for 2022 and 2024. This highly respected peer-review publication named Paul Lawyer of the Year for Personal Injury Litigation – Plaintiffs and Medical Malpractice – Plaintiffs for 2025.

The National Law Journal selected Paul and his Medical Malpractice team as recipients of its prestigious 2022 Elite Trial Lawyers Awards in the medical malpractice category. In 2022, Paul was a finalist for New Jersey Law Journal Attorney of the Year.

In 2023, he was selected for the National Law Journal Trailblazers Plaintiff Lawyers. In 2024, he was included on the NJBIZ Law Power 50 list, which recognizes the most influential men and women leading New Jersey’s legal profession. Paul was also chosen for the New Jersey Super Lawyers Top 100 list from 2020 – 2024.

Sarno da Costa D’Aniello Maceri Webb LLC was selected by their peers for inclusion in the Best Lawyers® Best Law Firms Regional Tier 1 – New Jersey, in the areas of:

Contact a Product Liability Attorney Near You in New Jersey

At Sarno da Costa D’Aniello Maceri Webb LLC, our product liability lawyers are dedicated to making things right for injured victims and their families. Contact us or call 973-274-5200 to schedule a free, no-obligation consultation with Paul M. da Costa today. We offer several convenient locations near you in Roseland, Bridgewater, Hackensack, Morristown, and Eatontown, NJ.

Frequently Asked Questions about Product Liability Cases

What Should I Do if I’m Injured by a Defective Product?

If possible, preserve the item and take photos of your injuries, the product, and the scene. Make sure to seek medical attention as soon as possible. Do not return the product or contact the manufacturer without speaking to our personal injury attorneys first.

Can I File a Product Liability Claim if I wasn’t Using the Item Exactly as Intended?

It depends on the circumstances. Even if your use of the item was improper, you may still have a viable product liability claim. Paul and our personal injury team evaluate your case at no cost, even if we don’t move forward with your claim.

My Child Was Injured by a Defective Product. Can I File a Claim on Their Behalf?

Yes. If your child was harmed by a defective toy, furniture, or another product, you may file a claim on their behalf.

How Much Does a Product Liability Lawyer Cost?

Our product liability attorneys believe everyone deserves affordable legal representation. Our personal injury team takes cases on a contingency fee basis, which means you don’t pay attorneys’ fees unless we win your case. Any fees are deducted from the settlement or award you receive.

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