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Immediately stop using it, seek medical or emergency assistance if needed, and document the damage (photos, fire reports). You should also notify the manufacturer or retailer in writing. If you need more specific guidance or have additional questions, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with...

Yes. If the product was defective or mislabelled (for instance, lacking proper allergy warnings), and this caused your reaction, you could have grounds for a claim. If you need more specific guidance or have additional questions, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with us. Our free chat...

While you can file a claim without one, product liability laws are complex, and having a solicitor experienced in this area can significantly help in building a strong case and negotiating compensation. If you need more specific guidance or have additional questions, please don’t hesitate to get...

Yes. You can pursue a product liability claim if the toy was defective and this defect directly caused harm. A parent or guardian would typically act on behalf of the child in legal proceedings. If you need more specific guidance or have additional questions, please don’t hesitate to get in...

Yes. It typically falls under the same three-year rule from the date of knowledge of injury or defect, with the 10-year longstop from when the device was first put into circulation. If you need more specific guidance or have additional questions, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with us...

Compensation can cover medical expenses, loss of earnings, rehabilitation costs, and pain and suffering. The exact amount will depend on the severity of injuries and their impact on your life. If you need more specific guidance or have additional questions, please don’t hesitate to get in touch...

Potentially, though liability can be more complicated. You must still prove the product was defective and that the seller, supplier, or manufacturer should have reasonably foreseen the risk. If you need more specific guidance or have additional questions, please don’t hesitate to get in touch...

The manufacturer is usually held responsible under strict liability provisions. However, the retailer or importer could also be liable if they fail to meet certain obligations or if the manufacturer cannot be traced. If you need more specific guidance or have additional questions, please don’t...

Yes. You must show that the product was defective and that its defect directly caused your injury. Evidence often includes expert reports, photographs of damage, and records of the product’s design or safety standards. If you need more specific guidance or have additional questions, please don’t...

Generally, you have three years from the date of injury (or when you became aware of the injury/defect). There’s also a 10-year longstop from the date the product was first put into circulation. If you need more specific guidance or have additional questions, please don’t hesitate to get in...

You can claim against almost any consumer product, including electrical appliances, medical devices, food, cosmetics, vehicles, toys, and industrial equipment. If a product is unsafe or does not meet expected safety standards, you may have a claim.

Yes. You may have a product liability claim under the Consumer Protection Act 1987 or common law if the product was defective and caused your injury. If you need more specific guidance or have additional questions, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with us. Our free chat service is available...

A product liability claim arises if a defective product—such as workplace machinery or safety equipment—causes injury. If the product failed to meet safety standards or posed a risk beyond normal use, you might have grounds to claim against the manufacturer or supplier. If you need more specific...

You would need to prove your employer’s liability (negligence or breach of health and safety regulations), gather strong medical evidence, and document all financial losses. A specialist personal injury solicitor can guide you through each step, including any formal reports or legal proceedings...

Yes. If you can demonstrate that your employer failed to install or maintain proper barriers, leading to your injury, you may have a strong claim based on negligence and breach of statutory duties. If you need more specific guidance or have additional questions, please don’t hesitate to get in...