When a product is unsafe due to a design flaw, manufacturing defect, or lack of proper warning, the consequences can be catastrophic. At Salenger, Sack, Kimmel & Bavaro, our national product liability lawyers fight for individuals harmed by defective products—holding manufacturers, distributors, and retailers accountable.
Product liability is a legal concept that holds companies responsible when their products cause injury or illness. Under product liability law and class actions, injured consumers may seek compensation when a product is defective or unreasonably dangerous.
Defective Design – The product is inherently dangerous due to poor design.
Manufacturing Defect – Errors during production or assembly make the product unsafe.
Failure to Warn – Inadequate instructions or missing safety labels lead to improper use and injury.
To win a product liability lawsuit in New York, you must typically prove:
The product was defective.
The defect made the product unreasonably dangerous.
The defect directly caused your injuries.
You used the product as intended or in a reasonably foreseeable way.
In many cases, strict liability applies—meaning you don’t have to prove negligence, only that the defect existed and caused harm.
Deadline Alert: You generally have three years from the date of injury (or discovery of injury) to file a product liability lawsuit in New York.
Defective Products We Are Currently Investigating
Our firm handles a wide range of product liability and mass tort claims. Current investigations include:
🔹 Chemical Hair Straighteners & Cancer Lawsuits
Studies have linked long-term use of chemical hair relaxers to uterine and ovarian cancer, especially among Black and Latina women. We are accepting claims involving brands such as L’Oréal, Dark & Lovely, and SoftSheen-Carson.
🔹 NEC Infant Formula Lawsuits
Premature infants fed cow’s milk-based formula like Enfamil or Similac may develop necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC)—a life-threatening condition. We’re helping families hold manufacturers accountable for failing to warn about this risk.
🔹 PFAS in Consumer Goods
Exposure to toxic PFAS “forever chemicals”—found in cookware, cosmetics, and other household items—has been linked to cancer and other serious illnesses. We represent clients in PFAS product lawsuits and environmental exposure cases.
🔹 Talcum Powder & Ovarian Cancer
Talc-based powders from brands like Johnson & Johnson have been associated with ovarian cancer when used for feminine hygiene. We’re pursuing cases on behalf of individuals and families affected by this ongoing public health issue.
Faulty medical devices (e.g., Paragard IUD, CPAP machines, Exactech implants)
Dangerous prescription drugs (e.g., Ozempic, Mounjaro, Depo-Provera)
Auto defects (e.g., airbag failures, brake malfunctions)
Children’s toys and furniture (e.g., choking hazards, tip-over risks)
Exploding batteries and power tools
Toxic chemical exposure in household and workplace products
Liability in product defect cases may extend beyond the manufacturer. Other potentially responsible parties include:
Product designers and engineers
Manufacturers and assembly plants
Third-party component suppliers
Retailers and online sellers
Distributors and wholesalers
Even a retailer that didn’t make the product may be liable if they sold a defective or recalled item to the public.
If you’ve been injured by a dangerous or defective product, you may be eligible to recover compensation for:
Emergency medical treatment and ongoing care
Lost wages and reduced earning potential
Pain and suffering
Emotional trauma
Permanent disability or disfigurement
Punitive damages, in extreme cases involving reckless or intentional misconduct
To protect your legal rights:
Contact a New York Product Liability Attorney
Get a free case evaluation to determine your legal options and whether your injury qualifies for a claim.
Preserve the Product
Save the defective product, original packaging, receipts, instructions, and any photos or videos related to the incident.
Document Your Injuries
Seek medical attention immediately and keep all treatment records. Your documentation will be crucial in proving your claim.
File Your Claim On Time
New York’s statute of limitations is strict—waiting too long could cost you the right to compensation.
Our firm has decades of experience in high-stakes personal injury and product liability litigation. We’ve gone toe-to-toe with some of the largest corporations and secured significant settlements and verdicts for injured New Yorkers.
We’re currently litigating major product liability and mass tort cases and are accepting new clients across New York City, Long Island, Buffalo, Rochester, Albany, Syracuse, and nationwide.
If a defective product has caused you or a loved one serious harm, don’t wait. Our team at Salenger, Sack, Kimmel & Bavaro is ready to help you pursue justice and financial recovery.
Call 800-675-8556
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