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Every year, thousands of Maryland residents suffer serious injuries from poorly designed, manufactured, or labeled products that should have been safe for consumer use. A Calvert County product liability lawyer from Regan Zambri Long can help you seek justice for your injuries, whether caused by defective medical devices, dangerous automobile components, or other unsafe products.
When manufacturers, distributors, or retailers put profits ahead of safety, the consequences can be devastating. Maryland law allows victims to claim compensation from large corporations and their insurance companies, but product liability cases require extensive investigation, expert testimony, and specialized knowledge.
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Manufacturers, distributors, retailers, and other parties in the supply chain can be legally responsible for injuries caused by defective and dangerous products. However, Maryland follows a harsh contributory negligence rule, meaning that if you were partially at fault for your injury, you cannot recover compensation. Call the Calvert County personal injury lawyers at Regan Zambri Long today.
Depending on the situation, you may need to prove that the company was negligent and breached its duty of care. In other cases, you may be able to rely on strict liability laws, which hold a company liable regardless of the reasonable care it exercised.
Regan Zambri Long’s experienced attorneys have made successful recoveries for Calvert County product liability clients. Product-related injuries take a physical, emotional, and financial toll on you and your family, but Regan Zambri Long can help. Contact our Maryland product liability attorneys today for a free consultation to discuss your claim.
Product defect cases are overwhelming. An experienced attorney will help you determine what category the defect falls into, which will dictate your legal strategy.
Errors during the manufacturing process change a product’s intended performance, causing injuries. Contaminated medication batches and improperly assembled vehicle parts are common manufacturing defects in Calvert County.
Sometimes, an entire product line is inherently dangerous due to design defects, such as vehicles prone to rollovers or medical equipment that is fundamentally flawed. Maryland courts often apply a risk-utility test to determine if a reasonable alternative design would have reduced the risk without impairing the product’s utility.
Maryland law requires manufacturers to warn about potential dangers that may not be readily apparent, as well as provide instructions for safe use. Manufacturers can be liable for failing to warn for a medication’s side effects or provide handling instructions for chemical product.
Express warranties are specific promises made about a product, while implied warranties are unspoken guarantees that a product is reasonably safe for its intended purpose. When a product does not meet the requirements of either warranty type, victims may file a personal injury lawsuit.
Regan Zambri Long is experienced in all product liability practice areas. Call us today to schedule a free case evaluation and take the first step toward justice.
Product liability cases in Calvert County include a wide range of consumer goods, industrial equipment, and medical products.
Faulty consumer products can include household appliances, toys, and electronic devices. Defects can cause fires, electrocution, and catastrophic injuries. The Consumer Product Safety Commission reported 231,700 injuries caused by toys in 2023.
Car accidents caused by defective parts can be severe on Calvert County’s rural highways. Brake, tire, and electronic systems malfunctions can cause catastrophic injuries.
Defective medical product cases often arise from inadequate testing and regulation issues. Common cases include:
Regan Zambri Long works with engineers, healthcare providers, and industry specialists to prove your claim and determine liability. Calvert County residents appreciate our thorough approach and the track record of success it brings. Call our Maryland product liability attorneys today to discuss your next steps.
Your legal team needs to establish several key elements and gather compelling evidence to prove your personal injury case in Maryland. Most Calvert County cases require evidence of a manufacturing defect, design flaw, or inadequate warning that made the product unreasonably dangerous. You also have to show that the defect was not the result of later modifications outside the manufacturer’s control.
Regan Zambri Long will use expert testimony to establish a clear connection between the product defect and your injuries. We will also prove that you were using the product as intended or in a reasonably expected manner. In general, you cannot claim compensation if you were grossly misusing the product.
Retaining legal services immediately after an injury ensures that crucial evidence is preserved, including:
Our attorneys have extensive experience building strong product liability cases with thorough investigation and compelling evidence. Call us today to schedule your free case evaluation.
Sometimes, a defective product leads to a wrongful death claim. Family members may pursue a survival action claim for the deceased person’s pain and suffering before death, as well as a wrongful death claim for financial and emotional losses suffered by surviving family members.
Regan Zambri Long works with medical experts, economists, and life-care planners to make sure you are compensated fully for all your current and future losses. Call today and let us seek compensation and justice for you.
Product manufacturers and their legal teams employ aggressive strategies to avoid liability when consumers are injured by defective products. Understanding these defense approaches helps victims prepare for the challenges they may face when seeking compensation.
Maryland’s contributory negligence doctrine is notoriously unforgiving – it completely bars recovery if an injured person bears even minimal responsibility for their harm. Defense attorneys exploit this harsh rule by attempting to pin fault on victims through various arguments:
Improper Usage Arguments: Claiming the victim didn’t use the product as intended, even when the misuse was foreseeable
Modification Allegations: Asserting that any alterations to the product, however minor, caused the injury
Instruction Compliance: Arguing the victim failed to follow warnings or directions, regardless of whether those instructions were adequate or clearly communicated
However, this defense has significant limitations in product liability cases. Courts recognize that strict liability exists precisely because consumers shouldn’t bear responsibility for manufacturing defects or inadequate warnings.
Companies frequently claim that injured consumers “assumed the risk” by choosing to use their products despite known dangers. To succeed with this defense, manufacturers must demonstrate three critical elements:
Maryland’s three-year statute of limitations creates opportunities for manufacturers to escape liability through delay tactics. This defense becomes particularly powerful in cases involving:
Defense teams may argue that the clock started running much earlier than when victims discovered their injuries, potentially barring otherwise valid claims.
Experienced product liability attorneys understand how to counter these common tactics by:
The key to success lies in thorough preparation and understanding how Maryland courts have interpreted these defenses in similar cases.
Regan Zambri Long’s team has built a formidable reputation taking on major corporations in complex product liability cases. We understand how large companies deploy their resources and legal strategies to minimize liability, and we’ve developed proven tactics to counter their defenses effectively. Our attorneys have secured significant victories against Fortune 500 companies, holding them accountable for defective products that have caused serious injuries.
With an extensive track record of successful product liability settlements and verdicts, we know how to build compelling cases that force corporate defendants to face the full consequences of their negligence.
From dangerous pharmaceuticals to faulty automotive components, we’ve taken on industry giants across multiple sectors and won.
When you’re facing a well-funded corporation with teams of lawyers, you need advocates who aren’t intimidated by their tactics and have the resources to go the distance.
Call us today to discuss how our product liability expertise can help you secure the compensation you deserve.
Maryland product liability cases typically take longer to resolve than standard personal injury claims because of their technical details. It is important to set reasonable expectations for your case’s timeline.
Throughout the entire legal process, pre-trial motions will address what evidence is admitted and which expert witnesses are qualified to testify. Settlement negotiations will begin early on and can be conducted even as your case proceeds toward a trial. In many cases, a willingness to go to court prompts companies to offer fair compensation.
The timeline of your case will depend on the technical details, access to specialized expert testimony, and court backlogs. Additionally, many companies deploy defense tactics designed to delay resolutions.
Regan Zambri Long will pursue fair compensation on your behalf, no matter what it takes. Call our Calvert County law office today to discuss your legal options.
An expert product liability lawyer has specialized technical knowledge, substantial resources, and a proven track record. Regan Zambri Long’s Calvert County office meets these needs, with decades of experience serving the local community. Our attorneys have recovered millions for clients injured by defective products throughout Maryland, and we can do the same for you.
Regan Zambri Long has the finances and legal experience to stand toe-to-toe with big companies and fight for your justice. We offer legal services on a contingency fee basis, meaning you don’t pay anything until we secure compensation for you. We believe justice shouldn’t depend on your financial situation.
By investing in thorough investigation, expert testimony, and detailed preparation, we set you up for a successful claim. Our team maintains clear communication throughout the legal process and is always available to answer your questions.
If you’ve been injured by a defective product in Calvert County, contact Regan Zambri Long for a free, no-obligation case evaluation. We serve clients in Chesapeake Beach, North Beach, Prince Frederick, and surrounding communities throughout the county. If your injuries limit your mobility, we can meet for a consultation virtually, at your home, or at your medical facility.
When you need a legal team that handles product liability cases, look no further than Regan Zambri Long. Call us today to discuss the legal services we have available for you.
Have you or your loved one sustained injuries in Washington DC, Maryland or Virginia? Regan Zambri Long PLLC has the best lawyers in the country to analyze your case and answer the questions you may have.