Whether it’s a malfunctioning appliance, a dangerous toy, or a faulty car part, the impact on your life can be devastating. Medical bills pile up, you may be unable to work, and the manufacturer’s representatives aren’t giving you answers.
At Regan Zambri Long Law, we understand what you’re going through. For decades, we’ve stood up for Arlington families against powerful manufacturers who put profits ahead of safety. We have achieved over $1 billion in recoveries for injured clients and are consistently recognized as one of the Best Law Firms in America. All six of our partners are named among the 500 Leading Plaintiff Consumer Lawyers in the nation. Our Arlington, VA personal injury attorneys have the experience and resources to hold these companies accountable.
You deserve answers and fair compensation for your injuries. Contact the Arlington, Virginia product liability attorneys at Regan Zambri Long today for a free consultation to understand your rights and options. We’re available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and we front all case costs, so you won’t pay unless we win your case.
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Product liability cases can result from multiple types of defects. Common examples include:
The Virginia Consumer Protection Act outlines the rights of consumers in the state. Unlike other states, Virginia’s law DOESN’T allow you to build a dangerous product case based on the legal theory of strict liability.
In many other states, if a dangerous product causes injury, a victim doesn’t have to prove negligence to recover compensation. In Virginia, however, proving negligence is an essential component of a dangerous products case.
Injured individuals also have a limited time to take legal action. In most Virginia product liability cases, you have two years from the date you were injured to file a lawsuit, according to § 8.01-243 of the Code of Virginia.
Compensation in the case of a dangerous or defective product can include economic damages, such as medical bills and lost wages. It may also include non-economic damages, like pain and suffering.
Always seek medical attention right away after an accident involving a dangerous product. Even if you don’t think you were injured, you may have sustained injuries without experiencing symptoms right away. Keep copies of your medical bills and other medical documentation to document your injuries.
Product-related injuries affect millions of people each year. In 2024, 15.1 million people were treated in emergency departments for injuries connected to consumer products, showing why medical care and documentation can matter after a defective product incident.
It’s also very important to preserve the defective product. Try to keep it in the condition it was in when the accident occurred.
For example, you may need to show that a design flaw or manufacturing defect caused your injuries. This is easier to prove if you’ve kept the product in the condition it was in at the time of the accident.
You may encounter certain challenges in a Virginia product liability case. For example:
Virginia follows a pure contributory negligence rule. That means you can’t recover any compensation if an accident even slightly resulted from your own negligence. A manufacturer might argue you were injured because you used a product incorrectly. Building a case may require countering such defenses. Virginia’s approach to personal injury law makes having an experienced attorney particularly crucial in product liability cases. Unlike most states, Virginia follows the doctrine of contributory negligence – one of the strictest liability rules in the nation. Under this rule, if you’ve been found even slightly at fault for your injury, you could be barred from recovering any compensation.
However, in product liability cases involving strict liability claims, the contributory negligence defense may be limited. Our attorneys know how to handle these complicated scenarios, structuring your case to focus on the product’s defects rather than any potential user error. We work diligently to anticipate and counter-defense strategies that might try to shift blame to the consumer.
Many people believe that being injured while using a product automatically entitles them to compensation. However, Virginia law requires more than just proof of injury. To win your case, we must demonstrate two key elements:
For example, if you were injured while using a power tool, we need to show that a flaw in the tool itself – not just normal product risks – led to your injury. This might mean proving that a safety guard was defectively designed, a crucial component was improperly manufactured, or the product lacked adequate warnings about dangerous features.
Luckily, you don’t have to address these challenges alone. A qualified product liability lawyer can help you build a strong case showing why you’re eligible for compensation. Learn more by contacting our law firm today for a free consultation.
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We carefully investigate each case to identify exactly how the product failed and gather the evidence needed to prove it in court. We don’t work alone. Our firm partners with forensic experts who help strengthen your claim by demonstrating exactly how and why a product failed. They can often show how simple, cost-effective changes could have prevented the injury altogether. We handle cases involving:
Recent recall and injury data shows why these product categories require careful investigation. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 997 safety recalls were issued for vehicles and vehicle equipment, including tires and car seats in 2025. Children’s products also remain a serious concern, with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission reporting that toy-related injuries sent an estimated 154,700 children to emergency departments in 2023.
Our results speak for themselves. With almost 200 years of combined experience behind us, we’ve secured millions in damages for our clients, including a $10 million settlement against a car manufacturer and a $5.5 million settlement in a case involving a defective space heater that caused multiple injuries and one fatality.
Our product liability expertise is widely recognized across the region, with five of our attorneys named among the Best Lawyers in the District of Columbia for Product Liability Litigation. Senior partner Salvatore Zambri has also been honored as Washington, DC’s Lawyer of the Year for Product Liability Litigation, named among the Top 10 Super Lawyers in Washington, DC, and recently recognized as one of the 500 Leading Lawyers in America.
Our team includes board-certified civil trial attorneys recognized by the National Board of Trial Advocacy – a distinction earned by less than 1% of U.S. attorneys. This certification demonstrates our mastery of civil trial law and commitment to excellence in courtroom advocacy. Our attorneys regularly lecture at legal conferences and have authored numerous articles on product liability litigation. This expertise, combined with our hands-on trial experience, means we know how to present complex technical evidence in ways that resonate with judges and juries.
The following are key reasons to coordinate with our law offices when seeking compensation after a dangerous product causes injury:
The best way to learn more about how our Arlington product liability lawyers can help you is to review your case with a member of our team. Get started by contacting the Arlington personal injury lawyers at Regan Zambri Long today for a free consultation.
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