You don’t expect a trip to the store or an online order to result in a life-altering injury.
Most of us assume the products we buy have been tested, checked, and made safe before they ever reach our hands. One defective product can turn a normal day into a before-and-after moment, leaving you to deal with pain and expenses you never could have imagined. It’s frustrating. It’s exhausting. And it’s not fair, because you didn’t do anything wrong.
When a product causes harm, accountability matters. Companies that rush unsafe products to market should not get a free pass while injured people are left to pick up the pieces. At Freese & Goss, we help injured Texans take action against manufacturers and corporations, and we don’t back down when the stakes are high.
If you or someone you love was injured by a defective or dangerous product, you don’t have to figure this out alone. Call Freese & Goss at (214) 761-6623 o rellene nuestro formulario en línea to talk with a Dallas product liability lawyer who takes these cases personally and knows how to hold powerful companies responsible.
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– Viviana D. | Client
Product liability is an area of derecho de daños personales that focuses on holding manufacturers, distributors, and sellers responsible when dangerous or defective products cause harm. Under Texas law, companies have a legal duty to design, manufacture, and sell products that are reasonably safe when used as intended.
When a company cuts corners or ignores these risks, the law allows injured consumers to seek compensation for the harm they suffer.
Defective products show up in everyday places, from homes and job sites to hospitals and highways. These cases often involve:
According to the Consumer Product Safety Commission, in 2024, more than 15 million people visited emergency rooms due to injuries caused by consumer products. Many of these accidents involved everyday items that people assume are safe.
Under Texas law, there are three primary ways a product can be considered defective. Identifying which type applies is one of the most important steps in building a successful product liability case, because each requires a different kind of proof.
A design defect means the product was dangerous from the very beginning, even before it was ever manufactured.
These cases often involve products that fail under normal, foreseeable use because the design did not account for real-world conditions, such as wear and tear, user behavior, or environmental stress.
Under Texas law, a Dallas product liability attorney typically must show that a safer alternative design existed—one that would have reduced or prevented the injury without making the product impractical or overly expensive.
A manufacturing defect occurs when something goes wrong during the production or assembly process. The product may have been designed safely, but this specific item, or batch of items, did not meet those design specifications.
This can happen when manufacturers use substandard materials, skip quality control steps, or rush production. Unlike design defect cases, manufacturing defect claims often focus on what made this product different and more dangerous than others like it.
Examples include missing safety components, faulty wiring, weakened parts, or improper assembly that causes a product to fail unexpectedly.
Even a properly designed and manufactured product can still be defective if it is sold without adequate warnings or instructions. Companies have a duty to warn consumers about risks that are not obvious and to explain how a product should be used safely.
A marketing defect may involve:
For example, if a medication is known to increase the risk of a serious health condition but that risk is not clearly disclosed, the manufacturer may be held liable.
Product liability cases are not based on assumptions or surface-level facts. It’s not enough to show that you were injured. Instead, you must prove that the product was unreasonably dangerous and that its defect caused the harm.
This is where a Dallas product liability attorney adds value that most people cannot provide on their own.
Building a successful case involves several complex steps:
These cases often involve billion-dollar companies with teams of lawyers whose job is to deny responsibility and wear people down. Whether it’s a major automaker, a pharmaceutical giant, or a global medical device manufacturer, companies like Johnson & Johnson, Bayer, or Takata didn’t become household names by admitting fault easily.
If you were injured by a defective product and feel like the odds are against you, that’s the moment to get help. Call Freese & Goss at (214) 761-6623 o rellene nuestro formulario en línea to learn more about our Dallas team that has the experience, resources, and resolve to take on powerful companies.
When a defective product causes injury, the manufacturer is typically the first target. They are responsible for designing, testing, and producing a product that is reasonably safe when used as intended. If the design is flawed, the materials are substandard, or safety protocols are ignored, the manufacturer can be held liable for the injuries that result.
But accountability doesn’t stop there. Other parties who can share responsibility include:
A Dallas product liability attorney will carefully investigate every step of the product’s journey, including:
By uncovering all potential sources of liability, we maximize your chances of recovering the compensation you deserve and ensure that those responsible are held accountable.
When a defective product causes serious injury, the harm goes far beyond the moment of impact.
A product liability claim is meant to address those losses—not just on paper, but in real, meaningful ways.
Depending on the facts of your case, compensation may cover:
In some cases, Texas law also allows additional damages, called punitive damages, when evidence shows a company knew its product was dangerous and chose to sell it anyway.
Every product liability case is unique, and the true value of a claim is often much higher than people realize. Studies show that legal representation makes a dramatic difference: people who hire a lawyer walk away with an average of $77,600, compared to just $17,600 for those who try to handle their case alone.
An experienced Dallas product liability lawyer can evaluate how your injury affects your life, both now and in the future, and fight for compensation that reflects the full scope of your losses. Don’t settle for less than you deserve. Reach out to Freese & Goss en línea o llamando al (214) 761-6623 to put a team with proven experience on your side.
When a defective product changes your life, you need more than guidance; you need meaningful results. Freese & Goss has decades of experience securing compensation for injured clients, with over 1 billón de pesos recuperados.
We’ve won landmark product liability cases across the country. In Dallas County, Texas, our team secured a $73,465,000 verdict for a woman injured by a transvaginal mesh implant, which was the first-ever verdict against Boston Scientific in these cases and the 26th largest verdict in 2014. Our team also achieved a $5,700,000 verdict for a pelvic mesh device that caused serious injuries due to poor design and missing warnings.
These results are more than numbers; they represent real people whose lives were upended by dangerous products, just like yours. Get in touch with Freese & Goss today at (214) 761-6623 o rellene nuestro formulario en línea for a free consultation and put a team with proven experience on your side.
How long do I have to file a product liability claim in Texas?
In Texas, the “statute of limitations” is generally two years from the date you were injured. However, there is also something called the “discovery rule.” If you didn’t know the product caused your injury right away (like with a hidden illness from a medication), the clock might start when you discovered the link. It is best to call a Dallas defective product lawyer as soon as possible so you don’t miss your deadline.
What is the “Statute of Repose” in Texas?
The statute of repose is a rule that generally limits your ability to sue a manufacturer for a defective product if it was sold more than 15 years ago. Even if the product caused injury, Texas law typically protects companies from liability for very old products. There are a few limited exceptions, such as when a product is inherently dangerous or the manufacturer continued to misrepresent its safety. This law is different from the statute of limitations, which governs how long you have to file a claim after an injury occurs.
How long does a product liability case usually take?
The timeline varies depending on the complexity of the case, the type of product involved, and the extent of your injuries. Some cases settle in a few months, while others, especially those involving nationwide companies or major product recalls, can take several years. Freese & Goss will guide you through each stage, keep you updated, and work to resolve your case as efficiently as possible.
Can I still sue if I was partially at fault for my injury?
Texas follows a modified comparative negligence rule, which means you can recover damages as long as you are 50% or less at fault for the injury. Partial fault can arise in many situations, such as if you were using a product incorrectly or didn’t follow the instructions exactly, but the product itself was still defective or unreasonably dangerous.
Your total compensation will be reduced by your percentage of fault. If a jury determines you were 51% responsible or more, you cannot recover anything, which is why it’s important to have an experienced product liability attorney evaluate your circumstances.
What if my product was never recalled? Could I still have a case?
A product does not need to be recalled for you to have a valid product liability claim. Recalls often happen after injuries or deaths, but many defective products cause harm long before any public warning is issued.
What matters is whether the product was defective, unreasonably dangerous, or lacked proper warnings, not whether the company issued a recall.
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