If a dangerous or defective product has seriously injured you, you’re probably dealing with more than just the physical impact. You may be left with medical bills, time off work, and a lot of questions about who’s actually responsible. A Bridgeport product liability lawyer from Skiber Law can step in and start sorting that out immediately.
We’ve recovered over $100 million for clients in complex injury cases across Connecticut. Our firm handles serious claims with a direct, focused approach. You won’t be shuffled between staff or left waiting for updates. When you hire us, you work with the Bridgeport personal injury lawyer handling your case, and we move quickly.
What a Defective Product Case Might Involve
Product liability cases can arise in all kinds of everyday situations. Sometimes it’s a household appliance that malfunctions and causes a burn or electrical injury. Other times, it’s a medical device, a vehicle component, or even food or medication that wasn’t properly manufactured or labeled.
Injuries from unsafe products often occur when:
- A consumer electronic catches fire during normal use
- A prescription drug causes unexpected internal damage
- A child’s toy breaks apart and becomes a choking hazard
- A defective ladder or tool collapses under a reasonable weight
- A product is sold without adequate warnings or instructions
These are just examples. What matters most is whether the product was being used as intended and caused a serious injury due to a flaw in its design, manufacturing, or labeling. You don’t have to know exactly how it failed. That’s what we investigate.
Why You Need to Act Quickly
Product liability claims are time-sensitive—not just legally, but practically. The product itself is the key piece of evidence, and if it’s lost, altered, or discarded, it becomes harder to prove what went wrong.
We work fast to document the product, analyze the failure, and line up independent experts if needed. We also check for prior complaints, product recalls, or testing data that helps show this wasn’t just a one-time fluke.
If you think the product caused your injury, don’t wait for the manufacturer to issue a recall or the store to admit fault. Bring it to us and let us start investigating.
What You Can Recover
Serious injuries from defective products can lead to hospital stays, surgeries, rehab, lost income, and permanent lifestyle changes. The legal claim should reflect all of it, not just the ER bill.
We build cases that account for:
- Medical care, past and future
- Income you’ve lost or can no longer earn
- The impact on your daily life, comfort, and independence
- Out-of-pocket costs from prescriptions, equipment, or home adjustments
- Any long-term or permanent disability
But the damages go beyond the numbers. A defective product injury often disrupts routines, hobbies, family roles, and even basic independence. Many clients struggle with anxiety, sleep problems, or chronic pain tied to what happened. Those factors matter, and we include them when building the full picture of your case.
Some situations may also qualify for punitive damages if the company ignored known issues or failed to follow safety standards. We’ll let you know when that applies and how it might affect your outcome.
Connecticut Product Liability Law: What to Know
A lot of clients ask, “How long do I have to file this?” In Connecticut, most product liability claims must be filed within three years of the date you were injured. That’s not the same as the date you bought the product. What matters is when the harm occurred.
There are exceptions, especially in cases where the injury wasn’t immediately obvious. But these are fact-specific and require careful review. Waiting until the statute of limitations is close to expiring puts you at a disadvantage and could limit your options.
We’ll review your timeline, clarify where things stand, and make sure every deadline is met.
What to Expect When You Work With Us
You don’t need to understand how a product failed or how to decode a warranty. That’s our job. What we need from you is the story: what happened, when, and what changed in your life because of it.
Once we take your case, we’ll:
- Preserve and document the product or device
- Coordinate medical records and expert review
- Communicate directly with the manufacturer or their insurer
- Handle all deadlines, filings, and negotiations
- Keep you updated in the way you prefer: text, phone, or in-person check-ins
We give you clear answers, real guidance, and a focused plan of action. If there’s a challenge, we talk about it. If there’s an opportunity to resolve your case, we will walk you through the options.
Talk to a Bridgeport Product Liability Attorney Today
If a defective or dangerous product has injured you, don’t wait for someone else to take responsibility. These cases get stronger when you act early. We’re ready to help you figure out your next move and handle the rest from there.
We’ll take the time to understand how the product affected your life, gather the evidence you need, and fight to hold the responsible party accountable. When you go with Skiber, you get Skiber. That means you get an attorney who’s engaged, accessible, and ready to move fast when your case matters most.
Schedule a free consultation today.