803.937.5055 | 370 St. Paul Street | Orangeburg, SC 29115
803.937.5055 | 370 St. Paul Street | Orangeburg, SC 29115
Product Defect Injuries
When a defective product injures you or someone you love, the company that designed, manufactured, or sold it may be held responsible, even if you never dealt with that company directly. From faulty auto parts to dangerous household products, these cases require an attorney who knows how to investigate complex supply chains and stand up to large corporations.
At The Williams Firm, we help Orangeburg-area clients pursue compensation after they’re hurt by a dangerous or defective product.
Hurt by a defective product? Contact The Williams Firm today for a free consultation*.
South Carolina allows injured consumers to pursue product liability claims under several legal theories, including strict liability, negligence, and breach of warranty. Each theory has different requirements, and an experienced attorney can help determine which approach, or combination of approaches, fits your situation.
Generally, South Carolina law gives you three years from the date of injury to file a product liability claim. Some defective product cases involve additional timing considerations depending on when the product was manufactured or sold, so it’s important to talk with an attorney as soon as possible to confirm the deadlines that apply to your situation.
You don’t have to face the aftermath of an injury caused by a defective product alone. At The Williams Firm, we’ll listen to what happened, explain your options in plain language, and handle the legal heavy lifting so you can focus on getting better.
Contact The Williams Firm today for a free consultation*. Let us help you pursue the justice and compensation you deserve.
Do I need to still have the product to file a claim?
Yes, if at all possible. The product itself is often the strongest piece of evidence in your case. Please don’t repair, discard, or alter it. Store it safely and let us know you have it as soon as you contact us.
What if I bought the product secondhand?
You may still have a claim. Liability often depends on whether the product was defective when it left the manufacturer, not on how many owners it’s had since.
Can I file a claim if there’s a recall on the product?
A recall can support your claim by showing the manufacturer was aware of a problem, but you don’t need a recall to pursue a product liability case. We can evaluate your situation either way.
What if I wasn’t using the product exactly as instructed?
Misuse can become a factor in your case, but it doesn’t automatically bar you from recovering compensation, especially if the misuse was foreseeable or the product lacked adequate warnings. We’ll look closely at the facts of your situation.
How long do product liability cases usually take?
These cases often take longer than a typical car accident claim because they involve expert investigation into how and why the product failed. We’ll keep you informed of realistic timelines as your case develops.
What if multiple people were hurt by the same product?
When a defective product injures many people, those cases are sometimes consolidated or handled together, which can strengthen the evidence against the manufacturer. We can advise you on how this might apply to your situation.
