Defective Product Claims

When a consumer is injured by an unreasonably dangerous product, the injured person is entitled to make a "product liability" claim against the manufacturer of the product and, in some cases, the seller of the defective product.

This allows ordinary consumers to prosecute reckless companies who place dangerous products into the stream of commerce without properly testing the product or, in some cases, with knowledge that the product is, in fact, dangerous. Given the complexity and cost of pursuing a product liability claim, the firm is only able to represent persons who have suffered very severe injuries because of the defective product.

If you or a loved one is in need of legal assistance, call Shillen & Mackall at 802-457-4848 or use our online contact form. The initial consultation is free of charge, and if we agree to handle your case, we will work on a contingency fee basis, which means we get paid for our services only if there is a monetary recovery of funds. In many cases, a lawsuit must be filed before an applicable expiration date, known as a statute of limitations. Please call right away to ensure that you do not waive your right to possible compensation.