What are the elements needed in a product liability claim? | Shapiro, Washburn & Sharp

When a victim has been injured by a defective or dangerous product, they may be able to collect financial compensation for their injuries. A Virginia product liability attorney will need to prove the following elements to be successful:

  • The product was defective
  • The victim was using the product as it was intended to be used at the time the injury occurred.
  • The victim sustained an injury.
  • The product caused the injury.