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San Francisco Product Liability Attorney

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Backed By More Than 30 Years’ Legal Experience

At Delfino Green & Green, we understand how important it is to have your purchased products working safely and properly. Every year, countless products are recalled because of faulty designs, poor quality, inferior performance, and other issues. Countless consumers are injured and even killed due to these defective products and the large corporations who are responsible hardly seem to care.

If you or a loved one was injured as a result of a defective product, you deserve compensation for your medical bills, emotional trauma, lost wages, and any other number of factors that were harmed due to your injury. Our proficient San Francisco product liability attorney can help you today

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Contact us online or call us today at 415-442-4646 to schedule a free case evaluation with one of our skilled San Francisco Product Liability Attorney.

What Qualifies As A Defective Product?

A defective product is one that injures a person due to defective manufacturing, defective design, or faulty labeling. When the creators of a product put it out into circulation for sale, they are responsible for making sure it is functional and will not cause harm to its users, if used properly.

Unfortunately, many corporations value profits over the safety of their consumers, causing them to release products that might pose potential health risks. They should be held accountable for their actions and we will help you pursue the fair and full compensation you need and deserve.

Typically, there are three types of product liability cases:

  • Negligence – to prove negligence, you need to display that carelessness in the manufacturing process or design process led to your injuries
  • Strict liability – to prove strict liability, you generally only need to prove that there was a defect in the purchased product and it directly led to your injury
  • Breach of warranty – to prove that there was a breach of warranty, you need to prove that the manufacturer or retailer broke their express warranty or their implied warranty on the product.

How We Can Help You

Our San Francisco product liability attorneys have successfully recovered tens of millions of dollars for our clients over the years. This was achieved through persuasive negotiating and aggressive litigating. Too often, we have seen large companies bully victims of defective products and try to force them to accept undervalued settlements for their pain and suffering.

At Delfino Green & Green, we fight for our clients relentlessly and we always pursue the full compensation you are entitled to. In addition, our complete understanding of injury law and product liability law gives us a unique edge over other law firms. With us, you can rest assured that you are getting the top-quality representation you and your case need.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Defective Product Injury

What should I do when a defective product causes an injury?

Seek immediate medical care, preserve the product as evidence, keep all receipts, and contact a lawyer experienced in product liability cases.

Can you sue a company for a defective product?

Yes. If a company’s defective product causes harm, you may pursue a product liability lawsuit to recover damages.

How do I report a defective product?

You can report dangerous or defective products to the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) and consult an attorney to protect your legal rights.

What is considered a defective product?

A product is defective if it has a design flaw, manufacturing error, or lacks proper warnings that make it unreasonably dangerous.

How do I find the best defective product lawyers?

Look for attorneys with proven experience in product liability, successful case results, and a focus on personal injury law in your area.

Can a customer sue a company for a defective product?

Yes. Consumers have the legal right to sue manufacturers, distributors, and sometimes retailers if they are injured by a defective product.

Can a supplier be liable for defective products?

Yes. Depending on the supply chain, liability may extend to suppliers, distributors, and retailers involved in placing the product on the market.

How do I file a defective product lawsuit?

Your lawyer will help gather evidence, identify liable parties, file legal paperwork, and negotiate or litigate for fair compensation.

How do I file a defective product claim?

Start by documenting your injury, keeping the defective item, and contacting an attorney who can prepare and submit a formal claim.

What is the difference between a defective product claim and lawsuit?

A claim is filed with the responsible party or insurer, while a lawsuit involves taking your case to court if negotiations fail.

How do I find a defective and dangerous products attorney?

Seek referrals, review client testimonials, and choose a lawyer with specialized experience in product liability litigation.

What is product liability?

Product liability is the legal responsibility of manufacturers, distributors, and sellers for injuries caused by unsafe or defective products.

Can you recover emotional damages from product liability?

Yes. Victims may recover compensation for emotional distress, pain and suffering, and loss of enjoyment of life in addition to medical costs.

What is a product liability lawsuit?

It is a legal action against the manufacturer or seller of a defective product seeking compensation for injuries, damages, and losses.

Can a product liability action be based on negligence?

Yes. Product liability cases can be based on negligence, strict liability, or breach of warranty, depending on the circumstances.

How long does it take to settle a product liability lawsuit?

Timelines vary. Some cases settle in months, while complex claims involving severe injuries may take years to resolve.

What is a product liability claim?

It is a legal demand for compensation from those responsible for manufacturing or selling a defective product that caused injury.

What defenses can companies use in product liability cases?

Common defenses include user misuse of the product, assumption of risk, or arguing that the product was not defective.

Are settlements from product liability lawsuits taxable?

Generally, compensation for physical injuries is not taxable. However, portions covering lost wages or punitive damages may be. An attorney can advise you on tax implications.

Can a consumer sue a distributor directly in a product liability case?

Yes. Liability may extend to all parties in the distribution chain, including manufacturers, distributors, and retailers.

Please call us today at 415-442-4646 and schedule your free case evaluation.

Verdicts & Settlements

We’ve recovered millions for our clients

Construction Death

The husband and father of 4 young children was working at a construction site when he died because of another contractor’s negligence. After more than two years of hard fought litigation, our team of experts was able to win a tremendous victory on behalf of our clients and ensure that all of their financial needs will be met. We could not bring back the husband/father for this family, but we were able to protect them from the financial devastation that can and often does result where the primary source of income for the family is taken away. We then worked with our team of financial planners to make sure that this family will always have financial security.

$10,400,000

Bad Faith Insurance Claim

Insurance Coverage/Bad Faith Bad Faith – Pollution Coverage Prior to forming his own firm, Mr. Green worked at one of the largest and most prestigious firms in the U.S. He was the primary attorney on an environmental insurance case that went to trial in San Francisco. After a several week trial, Mr. Green came away with a trial verdict against the insurers with a value of over $10,000,000 in available insurance coverage.

$10,000,000

Traumatic Brain Injury

A 16 year old developmentally disabled kid was hit by a bus while in a crosswalk. He suffered a concussion which turned into post concussive syndrome, where the symptoms of the concussion don’t heal completely. This is also known as a mild Traumatic Brain Injury (“mTBI”). Our firm was hired as trial counsel 6 months before trial because of our expertise in TBIs as well as cutting edge trial techniques. When we first associated into the case, there was a very minimal settlement offer and it did not appear that the Defense was taking the case seriously. Our team of attorneys, experts and staff immediately immersed ourselves in the case as we prepared to demonstrate the catastrophic consequences of this incident. Shortly before trial, the Defense could see that we had put all the pieces together to prove liability and that full justice for our young client required damages in the many millions of dollars. The matter settled for $5,750,000.

$5,750,000

Disability Claim

Disability – Neurological Issues Our client became disabled from neurological issues. Our attorneys were able to work with the client and his physicians to quickly assemble all of the documentation necessary to support out client’s claim of total disability. The insurer agreed that our client was totally disabled and paid his claim.

$2,400,000

Traumatic Brain Injury

Traumatic Brain Injury to Child A three year old child was being carried across the street when she was struck by an oncoming car. The child suffered a serious traumatic brain injury when she hit the ground. Her injuries were so serious she had to be hospitalized for several months. Our firm negotiated a settlement of $2,000,000 by forcing the payment of all of the available insurance from the driver’s automobile insurer ($1,250,000), the entire amount of the homeowners insurance limits available ($500,000), and all of the amounts that the person carrying the little girl was able to recover from the negligent driver ($250,000). We then arranged for another firm to prepare and fund a large Special Needs Trust for the health and welfare of the injured child.

$2,000,000

Heart Condition Disability

Our client became disabled by a heart attack. The insurer refused to pay, claiming that our client was still able to perform his occupation. We met with all of our client’s doctors, obtained reports confirming the client’s inability to perform his prior occupation, and ultimately convinced the insurance company to pay the claim in full.

$1,800,000

Builder’s Risk/Collapse

A contractor suffered a severe collapse at one of his sites. The claim was submitted to the insurer and denied. Mr. Green reviewed all of the facts, researched the law, and brought together the necessary experts to prove that the Contractor’s Builders Risk insurer was responsible for a substantial portion of the loss. He also proved that a subcontractor was negligent and the subcontractor’s insurer also paid a substantial settlement. In total, Mr. Green was able to obtain more than $1,700,000 in compensation for his client.

$1,700,000

Traumatic Brain Injury

Our client suffered a mild Traumatic Brain Injury when heavy object struck her in the head. The responsible party denied all fault and insisted until the very end that our client had not suffered a brain injury and offered nothing to settle the case. Our firm assembled a team of world renowned expert‘s to demonstrate that our client had suffered a mild Traumatic brain injury. The case settled shortly before trial.

$1,000,000

Heart Condition Disability

Our client had worked for the government for many years when she began suffering from a serious heart condition. All of her doctors told her that she could no longer work and if she continued to do so, she would be risking further injury to her heart or even death.

$1,000,000

Traumatic Hand Injury

Our client was working at a manufacturing plant. While operating a piece of machinery, his glove became caught in the machinery and part of his hand was severely injured. Ordinarily, this type of injury would be restricted to remedies available through Worker’s Compensation. However, through the knowledge, ingenuity, and creativity of our team of attorneys, we were also able to obtain a very substantial civil settlement for our client in addition to the workers comp settlement of his case.

$985,000

Aviation Death Settlement

A husband and father of two small children was killed in an aviation accident involving a small aircraft. Our firm represented the widow and two children against the pilot of the aircraft. By hiring experts in aviation (to prove negligence) and economists (to prove damages), and utilizing William Green’s expertise as an instrument-rated pilot, we were able to make a very powerful case and obtain a very favorable settlement that allowed the family to survive financially.

$975,000

Forklift Accident

A construction supervisor went to pick up some materials for a construction job. A worker at the yard neglected to set the parking brake on a piece of heavy equipment a few yards away. While the construction supervisor had his back turned, the machine rolled into him, pinning him against the side of his pick-up truck. He suffered several broken ribs, but that was the least of his injuries. Within several weeks of the accident, he had partially lost his sight. By working with medical experts, our firm was able to directly connect the sight loss to the injuries caused by the machine that rolled into our client. The case settled at Mediation without any need for a trial.

$700,000

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