Richmond, Virginia Product Liability Attorney
Consumers Deserve Strong Legal Representation
When a person buys a commercial retail product, they are fully entitled to expect that the product is safe and will function correctly. Sometimes products are defective and result in innocent victims suffering horrible injuries. The resulting lawsuits are known as product liability claims.
If you recently suffered an injury due to a defective product, a Richmond, Virginia product liability lawyer from Portner & Shure, P.A. can work with you to obtain the compensation you deserve. We have spent over 30 years fighting for and obtaining compensation for victims of defective products of all sorts. Our track record of success has allowed us to build a reputation for excellence in Virginia’s legal communities.
We can help clients who do not speak English as their first language. Our staff can speak Korean, Vietnamese, Chinese (Mandarin and Cantonese), and Spanish. Call (804) 724-5080 now.
Types of Defects
There are essentially three ways a product can be deemed to defective:
- Design flaw
- Manufacturing error
- Insufficient instructions
Requirements for Product Liability Cases in Virginia
A victim may have a viable defective product claim if they used a product that was defectively designed, manufactured, or marketed. If the victim was misusing the product when the injury occurred, then the claim will be weakened. To determine if a victim has a viable product liability case, certain factors must be evaluated, including the safety of the overall design, provided instructions, and whether or not the product was thoroughly tested before being sold.
Virginia Law Regarding Product Safety
The Commonwealth of Virginia imposes several legal requirements on commercial products. Specifically, a product must be reasonably safe for its intended purposes and foreseeable uses. Manufacturers must consider potential foreseeable misuses of the product by consumers, such as when a child might be tempted to eat a small piece of a plastic toy despite that not being how to safely play with the toy.
There are two legal theories under which a manufacturer can found liable:
- General theory of negligence: Under this theory, a victim must establish that a duty of care was owed by the manufacturer, the manufacturer breached their duty, and the breach resulted in the victim’s injuries. If a victim proves that a manufacturer failed to properly inspect, test, or market the product, they may be able to establish a breach by the manufacturer.
- Breach of warranty: Under this theory, a victim must establish that their injury occurred due to a breach of warranty made by the manufacturer or seller. A warranty can be express (clearly written) or implied (an expectation that the product is not unreasonably dangerous).
Injuries & Compensation After Product Injuries
Defective products often result in severe injuries. Under Virginia law, a victim can receive both economic and noneconomic damages, including medical bills, lost wages, and emotional trauma. We can help you calculate the full extent of your damages, so you do not leave any money “on the table” when your case concludes.
We Fight Product Makers for You
Product liability claims usually require strong legal representation by a Richmond product liability attorney because product manufacturers spend vast sums of money and hire aggressive defense attorneys to fight these cases in court. We cannot be intimidated, and we routinely litigate complex personal injury cases and obtain favorable results for our clients. Our reputation of excellence can be seen with the numerous awards our firm has earned and the five-star reviews written by prior clients throughout the years.
All personal injury representation is performed on a contingency fee basis. Portner & Shure, P.A. receives no fee unless our client obtains a settlement or judgment in court.
To schedule a free consultation, contact us online today!
OUR ATTORNEYS, YOUR ADVOCATES
Serving Maryland, Virginia & Washington, D.C-
Jonathan N. Portner
Managing Partner
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Simran Rahi
Litigation Partner
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Richard D. Shure
Of Counsel
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Valerie F. Portner
Of Counsel
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Pablo Pérez Salido
Associate Attorney
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Elizabeth Bermudez
Personal Injury Claims Manager
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Norma Guevara
Director of Human Resources and Business Development
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Sarah Sadler
Firm Operations Manager
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Nandin Dave
Associate Attorney
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Reginald Jordan
Associate Attorney
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Kevin A. Ruby
In Memoriam 1972-2018
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Beth Arbogast
Director of Information Technology
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Arzoo Jiwani
Criminal Defense Division Manager – Virginia Offices
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Claudia Hernandez
Criminal Defense Division Manager - Maryland Offices
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Jennifer Flores
Paralegal
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Teresa Rivera
Paralegal
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Hyun Young Chung (Grace)
Paralegal
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Michelle Ramirez
Paralegal
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Christine Airey
Paralegal
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Judith Flores
Paralegal
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Belen Rodriguez
Paralegal
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Natalie Solaja
Paralegal
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Kelly Torres-Gonzalez
Paralegal
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Brandy Moreira Soriano
Paralegal
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Christine Phong
Paralegal
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Audrey Lin
Paralegal
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Cam Van Tran
Paralegal
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Gisela Yung
Paralegal
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Rosanna Yap
Accounting Department, Chinese Department Assistant
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Rebecca Velazquez Pena
Immigration Intake Specialist
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Ana Cordic
Associate Attorney
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Geraldine Linares
Associate Attorney
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Torrey Johnson-Hochanadel
Associate Attorney
WHAT OUR CLIENTS HAVE TO SAY
SERVING Clients throughout MARYLAND, VIRGINIA & WASHINGTON D.C.-
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“Highly recommend”
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WHY HIRE US?
EXPECT MORE WITH PORTNER & SHURE-
We offer legal representation in English, Spanish, Hindi, Korean, Vietnamese, & Chinese languages.
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We have aggressive litigation tactics, skill, and passion.
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We have offices in Maryland, Virginia & Washington, D.C.
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Over 30 Years of Experience Serving Clients
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We have received countless 5-star Google & Facebook reviews.
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We have recovered over $400 million on behalf of our clients.
When you hire Portner & Shure, you can expect more from your representation. In addition to getting an attorney, you will get a committed advocates you has your best interests at heart.