Manufacturers and distributors have legal duties to ensure that their products are free from defects, designed to minimize dangers to consumers, and labeled with clear warnings about known risks to health and safety. Companies that fail to meet those duties put people in danger of suffering injuries, developing illnesses and dying. Barkan Meizlish DeRose Cox, LLP’s product liability attorneys have over 60 years of experience fighting for you. We can ensure that no matter the injury, our experience will help you get the best result possible.
Product liability is the area of personal injury and wrongful death law that holds manufacturers and distributors accountable for endangering people by placing profits over safety. Workers’ compensation cases can also give rise to product liability claims when a defective tool, poorly designed machine or toxic substance with inadequate warnings for safe use and handling caused the work-related injury or occupational illness.
Product liability lawyers with Barkan Meizlish DeRose Cox, LLP, have nearly seven decades of combined experience in advising and representing victims of defective and dangerous products across Ohio and throughout that United States. During our careers, we have learned three things:
Product liability cases often make national headlines because the objects involved are so familiar. Think about the ongoing tragedy of mesothelioma triggered by widespread use of asbestos during most of the past century, the lawsuits over defective car airbags, or the multimillion-dollar jury awards to women who developed ovarian cancer after applying talcum powder almost daily for many years.
The point is that a product need not be scary to be dangerous. As defective product attorney, we are prepared to help people with cases involving all of the following and more:
Generally, companies vigorously contest product liability claims. They sometimes blame the victims for misusing their products. They argue that they had no duty to warn about a particular injury or illness risk. They often go as far as denying that they had any knowledge about a risk even though corporate records clearly indicate otherwise.
A person who suffers an injury or falls ill after using a dangerous or defective product will need a dedicated legal advocate who stands up against the pressure of the responsible company. An experienced and dedicated product liability attorney will know how to obtain confidential reports and emails, how to arrange for independent expert analyses and testimony, and how to calculate a fair and adequate settlement for medical expenses, lost wages, pain, suffering and emotional distress. When a product liability case goes to a jury trial, the corporation is often made to pay punitive damages on top of other monetary awards to the person it harmed.
At Barkan Meizlish DeRose Cox, LLP, our defective product attorney offer a FREE CONSULTATION to each potential product liability client. We also welcome general questions via email to info@barkanmeizlish.com. To schedule an appointment, call us (614) 221-4221 or connect with us online.
“Bob DeRose was a huge help in getting my complaint settled. They were responsive and a huge help with all my questions. Would recommend them to anyone who needs help!”
My experience with this Law firm was phenomenal. I found my way into their offices after an unexpected workplace injury. Initially I was clueless about their performance.
The fact that I was not merely looking out for a supplement for my financial budget, I was simply there to explore whatever compensation was due me since the injury legitimately occcured “during and in the course of my employment”.
After an initial visit to the offices where the necessary documentation were initiated, the rest were simply a phone call for updates. Sometimes it was even needless.
They frankly discussed the pathway as well as the unpredictability of the timing for the process.This was necessary. I took that in good faith. The fact that there was no upfront payment was also a good thing.
Without monitoring my calendar, I waited patiently for the various
phases of the process to unfold.
Finally the claim was settled with so much transparency. The unpredictable journey ended with a check delivered to my mailbox.
In fact communications from this Law office is always expedient. The Front Desk Associate was very helpful and polite at all times. My attorney’s paralegal was always available to play her part whenever necessary.“
“They are top-notch attorneys who are experts in their fields. They do great work and are easy to work with. They care about their clients and always try to do the best job possible for them.”
“I had an amazing experience working with Sandy and Robin on my case. Robin was just a short email or call away from all of my questions. The communication I had with Sandy was just as great. Both Sandy and Robin made sure I knew exactly what was going on with my case at all times. I will be recommending them to others. If I ever need help legal matters in the future, I know I can get the help from Sandy Meizlish.”
“Hi Mr. Sanford A. Meizlish,
Just want to thank you and Robin Griffin for taking care of my case. You were very helpful from my very first call. I appreciate it very much.” – Marina S. (email published with permission)
“I could not be any more pleased with my experience with Jason Cox and Barkan Meizlish. The service, care, and communication with my legal counsel was outstanding and I truly appreciate the quick and thorough resolution to my case. I am grateful for the dedicated hard work of the legal team, they deserve all the thank I can give.”
“Barkan Meizlish DeRose Cox, LLP brought great attention to my case when I needed it. They fought right by my side and were fair with the entire process. Their team was a great help. I’d recommend them to anyone.”
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