From household appliances to automobiles and medical devices, we rely on manufactured products every day. But what happens when one of these products is defective—and causes serious injury? Consumers have a right to expect safe, properly tested items. When manufacturers fail to meet that responsibility, they can and should be held accountable.

ASK LAW FIRM LLC represents individuals across New Jersey who have been injured by defective products. We aggressively pursue product liability claims to ensure that negligent corporations and manufacturers are brought to justice—and that victims receive the compensation they deserve.

What Is Product Liability?

Product liability refers to a manufacturer’s legal responsibility for injuries caused by their defective or dangerous products. Under New Jersey law, you may have a claim if you were injured by a product due to:

  • Design Defect: A flaw in the product’s design that makes it inherently unsafe, even when manufactured correctly.
  • Manufacturing Defect: An error that occurs during the production process, causing an individual item or batch to be unsafe.
  • Failure to Warn: Inadequate labeling or instructions that fail to alert consumers to potential hazards or proper usage.

Common Product Liability Cases

Product liability claims can involve a wide range of consumer and industrial products. Common examples include:

  • Defective auto parts (e.g., airbags, brakes, tires)
  • Dangerous medications or faulty medical devices
  • Children’s toys with choking hazards or toxic materials
  • Faulty electronics that cause fires or electric shock
  • Defective construction tools or machinery

When these products fail, the results can be catastrophic—especially when the user had no way to foresee the danger.

Who Can Be Held Liable?

Product liability claims can be brought against a variety of parties involved in the product’s distribution chain, including:

  • The product’s manufacturer
  • The manufacturer of component parts
  • The company that assembles or installs the product
  • The wholesaler or distributor
  • The retailer who sold the product

Identifying the responsible parties and building a strong claim requires thorough investigation, expert analysis, and legal experience—resources that ASK LAW FIRM LLC brings to every case.

Proving a Product Liability Case

To prevail in a product liability case, you must generally prove that:

  • The product was defective
  • You were using the product as intended
  • The defect directly caused your injury
  • You suffered damages (e.g., medical bills, lost wages)

New Jersey applies a “strict liability” standard in many of these cases, meaning the injured party does not need to prove negligence—only that the defect existed and caused harm.

What Compensation Can You Recover?

If you’ve been injured by a defective product, you may be entitled to compensation for:

  • Medical expenses (including surgeries and ongoing treatment)
  • Lost income and diminished earning potential
  • Pain and suffering
  • Permanent disability or disfigurement
  • Property damage

In cases involving gross negligence or reckless conduct, punitive damages may also be awarded to punish the manufacturer and deter future misconduct.

Why Choose ASK LAW FIRM LLC?

Product liability cases often involve going up against large corporations and powerful insurers. At ASK LAW FIRM LLC, we level the playing field. Our legal team works with product engineers, safety experts, and medical professionals to build strong, evidence-based claims and aggressively advocate for our clients’ rights.

We serve clients from our offices at:

  • 15 Warren St #20, Hackensack, NJ 07601
  • 1460 US-9 Suite 301, Woodbridge, NJ 07095

Take Action Today

There are strict deadlines for filing product liability claims in New Jersey—generally two years from the date of injury. Waiting too long can jeopardize your case and limit your ability to recover damages.

If you or a loved one has been injured by a defective product, visit our page on Woodbridge product liability lawyers to learn how ASK LAW FIRM LLC can help you hold negligent manufacturers accountable.