Dallas Product Liability Lawyer

When defective or dangerous products cause injury, the impact can be life-changing. If you are looking for a Dallas product liability lawyer, you need a legal team to explain your rights in plain terms and guide you through the process with clarity. Consumers place trust in the products they use every day, and when that trust is broken, Texas law provides a path to hold corporations accountable. At Anderson, Cummings & Drawhorn, we guide clients through the legal process, pursue claims under Texas law, and fight for the financial recovery they need to move forward. 

Helping Victims of Dangerous and Defective Products in Dallas, Texas

Every year, Texans are injured by defective items ranging from recalled vehicles to unsafe medical devices. A single defect can affect thousands of people, and manufacturers often know the risks long before consumers find out. Our firm has handled cases where the harm was preventable, but companies chose profit over safety.

Victims in Dallas deserve justice when corporations fail to test products adequately, issue warnings, or comply with safety regulations. While filing a lawsuit can seem overwhelming, the law is structured to hold negligent parties accountable and provide financial recovery for those harmed. Successful claims can cover medical costs, lost income, pain and suffering, and sometimes punitive damages when corporate misconduct is extreme.

What Is Product Liability?

Product liability refers to the legal responsibility of manufacturers, distributors, and sellers when a defective item causes harm. Unlike ordinary negligence, product liability cases in Texas often rely on strict liability, meaning a company may be held accountable even without proving negligence.

The Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code Chapter 82 (TCPRC § 82.001) defines a “products liability action” as any claim for damages caused by a defective product, whether based on strict liability, negligence, misrepresentation, or breach of warranty. Under this law, manufacturers generally must indemnify sellers against losses arising from these claims unless the seller’s own conduct, such as altering the product or providing inadequate warnings, contributed to the harm.

Common Types of Product Defects

Not every injury from a consumer product qualifies for legal action. However, the law recognizes three main categories of defects:

• Design defects: A product is inherently unsafe because of the way it was designed.
• Manufacturing defects: Errors in production or assembly make the product unsafe.
• Marketing defects (failure to warn): A lack of proper instructions or warnings exposes consumers to preventable hazards.

Courts require plaintiffs to connect the type of defect to the injury with clear documentation and reliable testimony.

Common Defective Products That Cause Injuries

Our experience shows that certain products are more likely to cause severe injuries when defects occur:

• Motor vehicles: Cars, trucks, and motorcycles with defective brakes, tires, or airbags.
• Medical devices: Pacemakers, hip implants, or surgical tools that fail inside the body.
• Pharmaceutical drugs: Medications recalled for hidden side effects or contamination.
• Household items: Appliances, electronics, or furniture with fire or injury risks.
• Children’s products: Toys, car seats, or cribs that fail safety standards.

Each category involves complex evidence, expert testimony, and often corporate opposition. Our team prepares each case with the assumption that it may go to trial, ensuring no detail is overlooked.

How to Prove a Product Liability Claim in Texas

Establishing liability requires more than showing an injury. Plaintiffs must connect a defect to the harm with evidence such as engineering reports, recall notices, testing data, and testimony from qualified professionals.

• Design defects. Texas Civil Practice & Remedies Code § 82.005 requires proof of a safer alternative design and that the defect caused the injury.
• Manufacturing defects. These claims focus on units that depart from intended specifications.
• Failure to warn: Warning-based claims may face a rebuttable presumption of no liability when FDA labeling is followed.
• Government standards: Texas provides a rebuttable presumption of no liability when a product’s formulation, labeling, or design complied with applicable mandatory federal safety standards for the specific risk at issue.
• Non-manufacturing sellers: Non-manufacturing sellers are generally not liable unless specific exceptions apply.
• Deadlines: Most claims must be filed within two years, under Texas Civil Practice & Remedies Code § 16.003, and no later than fifteen years from the product’s sale.

Why Choose Anderson, Cummings & Drawhorn for Your Dallas Product Liability Case?

Selecting the right law firm can make a significant difference in the outcome of a claim. Our team has decades of combined experience pursuing compensation for people harmed by unsafe products. We understand the strategies corporations and insurers often use to limit recovery, and we work diligently to build strong cases in response.

Our approach emphasizes preparation, communication, and persistence:

• Comprehensive investigation: We consult with engineers, medical specialists, and safety professionals to uncover how and why a product failed.
• Trial readiness: While many cases resolve through settlement, we prepare each matter as though it will go to trial.
• Client-focused guidance: We provide clear updates, explain the process, and ensure clients have the information they need to make decisions about their cases.

Our track record reflects our commitment to pursuing justice for injured Texans.

What To Do If A Defective Product Has Injured You?

The decisions you make in the days following an accident often determine the strength of your future claim:

1. Seek medical attention immediately. Documenting your injuries establishes a record that can be used later in court.
2. Preserve the product. Do not return it to the manufacturer. Keep all packaging, manuals, and receipts.
3. Gather documentation. Save medical records, photographs, and witness statements.
4. Contact a Dallas product liability lawyer. Product liability claims require quick investigation and access to qualified professionals who can help establish how and why a product failed.

Following these steps helps protect your rights and places you in a stronger position when pursuing compensation.

Schedule a Free Consultation With Anderson, Cummings & Drawhorn

Anderson, Cummings & Drawhorn stands ready to protect your rights against negligent manufacturers and distributors. We will evaluate your claim, explain your legal options, and fight for the compensation you deserve. Call us today at 817-920-9000 or complete our online form to schedule your free case review with a Dallas product liability lawyer.

Meet John Cummings

As a Fort Worth native and a double-Board Certified trial lawyer, John Cummings is dedicated to fighting for the rights of the injured. With a track record that includes record-setting verdicts and multi-million dollar settlements, he is an aggressive advocate who isn’t afraid to take on tough cases.

• Named a Top Personal Injury Lawyer by Fort Worth, Texas magazine.
• Recognized as a Texas Super Lawyer since 2003.
• Holds two Board Certifications in Personal Injury Trial Law and Civil Trial Law.

Free case consultation call us at (817) 920-9000