| Over the past 30 years, there has been a sharp increase
in product liability lawsuits. For manufacturers, suppliers and
distributors the cost of such suits in time, money and reputation
can be significant.
Manufacturers and others in the product supply line are often put
at risk unnecessarily because key employees are unaware of applicable
laws and the invasive discovery process that product litigation
involves. Drawing from our nationwide courtroom experience, we help
our clients avoid lawsuits through employee counseling and training
on key topics such as product design, labeling, risk assessment,
successor liability and risk containment and prevention.
Additional services provided by our Product Liability Practice Group
include all aspects of pre-trail, trial and, with the support of
our Appellate Practice Group, appellate work in state and federal
courts, including complex and multi-district litigation, acting
as local and national coordinating counsel.
We have developed and coordinated a nationwide network of medical
and scientific professionals who provide expert assistance and testimony
in a wide area of specialties.
Our Group is composed of seasoned attorneys who are highly experienced
in product safety and liability, toxic torts and insurance coverage.
We have defended claims involving heavy machinery, automobiles,
consumer electronics, sporting equipment, food products, chemical
and industrial products and building materials (including asbestos,
home appliances, gas valves and power tools).
Litigation Capabilities and Experience
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