Category Archives: Products Liability
Ohio Football Helmet Manufacturer Playing Defense on Concussion Claims
News stories, television reports and even feature films have addressed the potential injuries that can result from blows to the head suffered by football players. Major helmet manufacturers like Riddell, located in Elyria, Ohio, are investing significant resources into making the safest possible equipment, but they are still facing several types of lawsuits. Riddell and […]
Proof of Safer Alternative Required in WV Medical Device Defect Claim
Surgical mesh lawsuits filed throughout the United States have led to major liability for manufacturers of medical devices. However, in certain jurisdictions, the “feasible alternative” requirement can make it much more difficult for plaintiffs to win these cases. Applying West Virginia state law, the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of West Virginia ruled […]
Faulty Products Require Swift Recall for Damage Limitation
Even the best technical designs and safety practices are useless if the humans that operate them fail to use them properly. Nearly 3.5 million cars across America, including in West Virginia, have recently been recalled for airbag testing due to problems associated with human error. Luckily, the companies involved in the recall all carry general […]
