Electric Blanket Injury
Ohio Heating Pad Burn Attorneys
Each year, hundreds of Americans suffer burn injuries as a result of dangerous and defective electric blankets. In most cases, defective blankets short circuit, posing a fire hazard.
What Is Our Experience As Ohio Heating Pad And Electric Blanket Burn Attorneys?
- We have represented many burn injury clients over 37 years.
- We have conducted numerous investigations into manufacturers.
- Our trial experience is unmatched in Ohio.
Over the last 10 years, many manufacturers have recalled blankets as a result of potential fire hazard. As Ohio heating pad attorneys we keep track of these companies for you. Some of these companies include:
- Biddeford Textile Corp of Biddeford, Maine
- Bilt-Safe Technologies Inc of Erwin, Tennessee
- Lands’ End Inc of Dodgeville, Wisconsin
- Perfect Fit Industries of Charlotte, North Carolina
- WestPoint Stevens Inc of West Point, Georgia
Why Heating Pad Burns Are Challenging Cases
Lawsuits involving defective or dangerous electric blanket burns are frequently a battle of experts. Securing the assistance and testimony of qualified experts can be one of the most important, difficult and expensive tasks in preparing and presenting a defective electric blanket case. When considering an electric blanket attorney in Ohio for a defective electric blanket burn case, it is important to question whether that attorney has ready access to the best experts in the field. Also, it is important to question whether the Ohio heating pad lawyer is willing to advance reasonable expenses for an investigation of your case.
Experienced And Proven Ohio Wrongful Death And Serious Injury Lawyers
At Clark, Perdue & List we have been supporting the family and loved ones of those who have been catastrophically or seriously injured or killed in accidents for over 20 years. We will hold the negligent parties responsible, and pursue the financial and legal justice your family is entitled to. When someone is killed in Ohio due to someone else’s carelessness or negligence, it is called a “Wrongful Death.” These types of cases require a high level of skill and experience. Our firm is an award-winning and recognized leader in the Ohio legal community. We have the experience, resources, skills and the proven track record of success to represent you and your family, and to protect your interests.
Nothing can change what has happened, to replace the loss of someone you loved so deeply. We will help to lift some of the burden from your shoulders. Our trained and supportive staff can help your family members to obtain appropriate counseling if necessary. We will help with the insurance claims, medical bills and investigators that you may feel too overwhelmed with to deal with yourself. We will protect your rights and handle the details so that you can focus on your family.
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To protect the legal rights of someone who has been injured by a defective electric blanket, it is wise to consult an experienced law firm as soon as possible. Within the first week, important physical evidence can be lost and witnesses may forget important details. For more information about protecting your legal rights, or for a free consultation with a heating pad burn attorney about your situation, please call or email Clark Perdue. We promise to respond promptly.
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