When you buy a product, you expect it to be safe to use. Unfortunately, some products cause serious injuries and illnesses. Whether you use a defective appliance or an unsafe medical device, the harm you could suffer from these products can be painful, costly, and impact your life. Most personal injury cases require you to establish that someone else’s negligence directly caused your accident, injuries, and related losses. If you were hurt by a defective product, you may be wondering whether you have to prove someone was negligent to file a claim for compensation.
In many product liability cases, you do not need to prove negligence. Illinois law allows injured consumers to pursue claims for compensation based on strict liability, which focuses on the product’s defects instead of the manufacturer’s conduct or negligence. Our knowledgeable Cook County, IL product liability attorney can help you fight for maximum compensation.