⚙️ Savannah Practice Area

Defective Product Injuries Lawyer in Savannah, Georgia

Manufacturers and sellers are strictly liable in Georgia when a defective product causes harm.

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From faulty vehicle parts to defective medical devices, dangerous household appliances, and unsafe children's products, manufacturers and sellers have a legal responsibility to ensure the products they put into the marketplace are safe for their intended use. When they fail, and someone gets hurt, Georgia's product liability law provides a path to compensation.

Unlike many personal injury claims, Georgia allows strict liability claims against manufacturers under O.C.G.A. § 51-1-11 — meaning you generally don't have to prove the manufacturer was careless, only that the product was defective and that the defect caused your injury while the product was being used as intended.

Common Causes of Product Liability in Savannah

Design defects present in every unit of a product
Manufacturing defects affecting a specific batch or unit
Failure to warn of known dangers or proper use instructions
Defective vehicle parts, including tires, airbags, and brakes
Dangerous children's products and toys
Faulty medical devices and pharmaceuticals

Common Injuries We See

Burns from defective electronics or appliances
Traumatic injuries from failed vehicle components
Lacerations and amputations from unsafe machinery
Injuries from choking hazards in defective children's products
Complications from defective medical devices
Wrongful death from catastrophic product failures

Local Context: What Makes Savannah Cases Different

We investigate product liability cases involving products purchased or used by Savannah-area residents, whether the defect originated with a national manufacturer, a regional distributor, or a local retailer, and identify every party in the chain of distribution who may share responsibility.

Georgia Statute of Limitations

Georgia's product liability claims generally follow the two-year statute of limitations for personal injury under O.C.G.A. § 9-3-33, but also carry a ten-year statute of repose from the date the product was first sold, under O.C.G.A. § 51-1-11(b)(2), with limited exceptions.

Compensation You May Be Entitled To

Medical expenses for treatment of product-related injuries
Lost wages during recovery
Pain and suffering
Permanent disability or disfigurement
Punitive damages in cases involving known, concealed defects
Wrongful death damages in cases of fatal product failures

Don't Wait to Get Help

Insurance companies often move quickly to protect themselves after an accident. Evidence can disappear, memories fade, and legal deadlines apply. The sooner you speak with our office, the more we can do to protect your claim.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I have to prove the manufacturer was negligent?+

Not necessarily. Georgia's strict liability standard under O.C.G.A. § 51-1-11 allows a claim based on showing the product was defective and caused your injury while being used as intended, without needing to prove the manufacturer was careless.

What's the difference between a design defect and a manufacturing defect?+

A design defect exists in every unit of the product because of a flaw in how it was designed, while a manufacturing defect occurs during production and typically affects only a specific unit or batch.

Can I sue if I was injured by a product I bought secondhand?+

It depends on the circumstances, including whether the product was altered after the original sale. We evaluate the full chain of distribution and use history to determine viable claims.

What if the product had a warning label?+

A warning label doesn't automatically shield a manufacturer from liability, especially if the warning was inadequate, hard to notice, or didn't address the specific danger that caused your injury.

Are there recalls I should know about for products that injured me?+

We check recall databases and prior litigation history as part of investigating every product liability case, since a documented recall can be strong evidence of a known defect.

Why Choose Kenneth S. Nugent, P.C. for Your Product Liability Case in Savannah

We've represented injured Georgians for decades, and our Savannah office focuses on the specific roads, courts, and hazards that make Chatham County cases unique. We handle the insurance company, the paperwork, and the legal deadlines — you focus on recovering. There's no fee unless we win your case.