Katrina victims in New Orleans are now facing another problem - tainted drywall from China that was used to rebuild homes destroyed by the hurricane. The drywall emits sulfur, which causes shower heads and hinges to rust, eats away at valuables, such as jewelry and silverware, and - perhaps worst of all - smells like rotten eggs. Almost 500 million pounds of the tainted drywall was used in homes throughout the country. The warm, humid climate in New Orleans only works to exacerbate the problem.
When a product manufacturer sells a substandard product that results in financial, emotional, and other losses to consumers, a products liability suit may be appropriate. Products liability is the area of law that deals with the responsibility of the manufacturer, wholesaler, or retailer of a product for any injuries that result from the use of that product. A defendant in a products liability suit can be held liable for damages if it is found that the product was defective, regardless of the level of care the manufacturer or supplier exercised during the design and manufacturing process.
If you have been injured by a defective or malfunctioning product in Birmingham or anywhere in the state of Alabama, you should contact an experienced Birmingham personal injury lawyer immediately to discuss your case. The Walker Law Firm handles personal injury cases in Bessemer, Birmingham, Fairfield, Helena, Homewood, Hoover, Irondale, Mountain Brook, Tarrant, Trussville, and Vestavia Hills. The Birmingham personal injury lawyers at The Walker Law Firm work on a contingent fee basis, which means that you pay nothing unless you receive money for your injuries.
Tuesday, April 14, 2009
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