What to Do Following an Injury Caused By a Defective Product
- Obtain names, addresses and telephone numbers of all witnesses.
- Photograph the scene where the incident occurred and any visible injuries (cuts, bruises). Professional photographs are generally preferable, but not essential.
- Keep the product, as it may be important evidence for a claim.
- If you do not own or possess the product, have the product photographed in detail, and have an experienced Ohio product liability attorney file a motion in court to secure the product.
- Talk to no one about the incident or injuries other than the victim's personal physician or your defective product lawyer.
- Consult an experienced Ohio product liability attorney before answering questions from the product manufacturer or insurance company.
- Tell your physician or surgeon exactly how the injury occurred and describe all symptoms and complaints. Be sure to report memory problems, confusion or disorientation, however minor these things may seem at the time.
- Begin keeping a diary of how the injury or death affects your life and family. In particular, write down all medical related visits and everything that causes physical pain, frustration or worry.
- Obtain and keep receipts for all expenses relating to the incident.
Clark Perdue
The Columbus, Ohio law firm of Clark Perdue has extensive experience handling product liability claims throughout Ohio. If requested, we will meet you--in your home or at the hospital, if necessary--to explain your legal rights and make suggestions for immediate action on your defective product claim.
