Who is liable for a child's injury caused by a defective product?

The main groups of people who are liable for product defect injuries are the product manufacturers, designers, retailers, and distributors. Their lack of care may have led to the injuries sustained by children.

• Manufacturers and designers: If the injury is caused by product defects that are a result of flawed designs, production errors, or misleading labels, then the manufacturer may be liable for the child’s injuries.
• Retailers and distributors: If a retailer continues to sell a defective product despite recalls or safety warnings, they may also be held accountable for the injuries the product has caused.

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission reported over 230,000 toy-related injuries in 2023 alone. In the same year, over 60,000 injuries were reportedly associated with nursery products.

Defective products may cause cuts, burns, choking, fractures, strangulation, and other harm to children. The following products are most commonly linked to child injuries because of defects:

• Toys
• Strollers
• Car seats
• Sports equipment
• Nursery products, which include cribs, sleep positioners, and more

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