- Cohen & Marzban - / - Practice Areas - /practice-areas - Product Liability lazy 6f19f952-d3e4-49e7-a74f-dcb64b070586 # *Los Angeles Product Liability Attorney* The personal injury attorneys at Cohen & Marzban are steadfast advocates for victims of defective and dangerous products throughout Southern California. ## Los Angeles Product Liability Lawyers Standing Up for the Injured Every day, Los Angeles residents use products they trust to be safe. When a design flaw, manufacturing error, or missing warning causes injury, the consequences can change the victim’s life in an instant. Cohen & Marzban has recovered more than $2 billion for injured clients across Southern California. With 40-plus years of experience and the Litigator Award — an honor reserved for the top 1% of trial attorneys nationwide — to our name, we’re prepared to take on negligent manufacturers, distributors, and retailers whenever their products cause harm. Contact us today for a free consultation to discuss your legal options. ## What Is a Product Liability Claim? Under the California Civil Code, makers and sellers of consumer goods [have a duty](https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/codes_displaySection.xhtml?sectionNum=1714.45&lawCode=CIV) to ensure that the products they bring to market are safe. When they fail, injured consumers have the right to file a product liability claim, citing one of three legal theories: - **Design defect:** The product's blueprint is inherently dangerous, meaning every unit produced poses a risk regardless of how well it was made. - **Manufacturing defect:** A flaw was introduced during production, making a specific unit or batch unsafe even though the original design was sound. - **Failure to warn:** The product lacked adequate instructions, labels, or warnings about reasonably foreseeable risks, leaving users unaware of the dangers. California applies strict liability in defective product cases. This means you don’t need to prove that the company was negligent, only that the product was defective and that the defect caused your injuries. Additionally, everyone in the chain of distribution can be held liable, including the manufacturer, distributor, and retailer. ## Products That Commonly Cause Serious Injuries Product liability claims arise across a wide range of consumer categories. According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), during the period from October 2022 to September 2023, consumer products were associated with the following [outcomes](https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/CPSC-FY24-Annual-Report_0.pdf): - **Sports and recreational equipment:** Over 3.6 million emergency department-treated injuries nationally, with 157,000 involving children under five. - **Home furnishings and fixtures:** Approximately three million ED-treated injuries, including over 471,000 in children under five. - **Home structures and construction materials:** Roughly 3.8 million ED-treated injuries across all age groups. - **Personal-use items:** Nearly 750,000 injuries, with 128,000 in children under five. - **Toys:** Over 180,000 ED-treated injuries, with 76,000 affecting children under five. - **Housewares:** Approximately 661,000 injuries treated in emergency departments. Our firm handles claims involving defective motor vehicle parts, industrial equipment, medical devices, pharmaceuticals, children's products, consumer electronics, and more. If you’ve been hurt by any of these items, our product liability attorneys in Los Angeles will investigate the source of the defect and identify every party that bears responsibility. ## Damages Available in Product Liability Cases A defective product injury can affect every area of your life. Our skilled product liability attorneys in Los Angeles will work to recover compensation for the full scope of your losses, both financial and personal. When a defective product takes someone’s life, surviving relatives may be entitled to [wrongful death damages](https://losangelespersonalinjury.attorney/practice-areas/wrongful-death) designed to repay them for funeral costs, lost financial support, and loss of companionship. In cases involving especially reckless conduct, courts may also award punitive damages intended to punish the defendant and deter future harm. ### Economic Damages Economic damages cover verifiable financial losses, including: - **Medical expenses:** Emergency care, surgeries, hospitalizations, rehabilitation, and future treatment costs. - **Lost wages:** Income lost during recovery, as well as reduced earning capacity if your injuries prevent you from working long term. - **Property damage:** The cost of repairing or replacing personal property destroyed in the accident. This category of damages typically comprises the core of an award for product liability. ### Non-Economic Damages Non-economic address the personal toll your injuries have taken, such as: - **Pain and suffering:** Compensation for physical pain and ongoing discomfort. - **Emotional distress:** Anxiety, PTSD, depression, and other negative psychological effects. - **Loss of enjoyment of life:** The inability to engage in activities that enriched your life before the injury. Available 24/7 ## Injured by a Defective Product? Talk to Our Team. There’s no cost to schedule an initial consultation, and you’ll pay nothing unless we secure compensation for you. Our contingency fee structure ensures that every injured victim has access to effective legal representation. [Free Consultation](https://losangelespersonalinjury.attorney/consultation) ## Your Case Deserves Serious Attention California's two-year statute of limitations means vital evidence can disappear quickly, and your options can narrow every day. Contact our firm today to set up a free, no-obligation consultation. [Get a Free Consultation Today](https://losangelespersonalinjury.attorney/consultation) ## why us Why Choose Cohen & Marzban to Handle Your Claim? When a defective product upends your life, you need a legal team with the experience and resources to take on large corporations and their insurers. Here’s what sets our firm apart. Our capable team is prepared to work with engineering analysts, safety consultants, and medical professionals to build the strongest possible case against the parties responsible for injuring you. - The Litigator Award - We’re recognized among the top 1% of trial attorneys nationwide, an honor that reflects our commitment to fighting for clients in and out of the courtroom. - $2 Billion in Damages Recovered - We’ve built our impressive track record over four decades of representing injury victims throughout Los Angeles and Southern California. - 24/7 Availability - We’re available around the clock, and we can come to you, whether you’re at home or in the hospital. - No Fees Unless We Win - You’ll pay nothing up front — and nothing at all — unless we secure compensation for you. - Clear, Transparent Communication - We’ll keep you informed at every stage of your case, answer your questions promptly, and explain your options in plain language. ## our team Meet Our Product Liability Attorneys [More About Us](https://losangelespersonalinjury.attorney/about-us) ## Our cases Our Results in Personal Injury Cases [View All Cases](https://losangelespersonalinjury.attorney/results) ## testimonials What Our Clients Say [View All Testimonials](https://losangelespersonalinjury.attorney/reviews) ## locations Proudly Serving Los Angeles and Surrounding Communities Our trusted product liability law firm works with injured clients throughout Los Angeles County and the surrounding region. [714 W Olympic Blvd STE 631, Los Angeles, CA 90015, United States](https://maps.app.goo.gl/4tZzuCnAsaMXv4yE6) (213) 513-6701 - Downtown Los Angeles Office - Our downtown office serves the heart of the city, including communities like - Echo Park, Silver Lake, Koreatown, and Boyle Heights. [12121 Wilshire Blvd Suite 103, Los Angeles, CA 90025, United States](https://maps.app.goo.gl/SVXjRJmXJwZfTnnx6) (213) 682-3452 - Westside Los Angeles Office - From our Westside office, we help clients in - Santa Monica, Venice, Westwood, Beverly Hills, Culver City, and surrounding areas. [225 S Lake Ave STE 300, Pasadena, CA 91101, United States](https://maps.app.goo.gl/8mTZkfFFBE1yH5Jo8) (213) 325-1072 - Pasadena Office - Our Pasadena office works with clients in the - San Gabriel Valley, Altadena, Glendale, and Burbank. [16000 Ventura Blvd Suite 701, Encino, CA 91436, United States](https://maps.app.goo.gl/gdCeYzSo9Bkaghtd9) (213) 772-3952 - Encino Office - Our Encino office caters to clients in the - San Fernando Valley, Sherman Oaks, Studio City, North Hollywood, and nearby communities. [View All Locations](https://losangelespersonalinjury.attorney/locations) ## FAQ Frequently Asked Questions If you were using the product as intended and suffered an injury because of a defect rather than misuse, you may have a valid claim. The [CPSC's recalls database](https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls) is a useful starting point, though California's product liability laws are often more encompassing than federal recall lists. A free consultation with an attorney can clarify whether your situation justifies a claim. - How do I know if I have a product liability case? Under California law, injury victims generally have [two years](https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/codes_displaySection.xhtml?lawCode=CCP§ionNum=335.1) from the date of injury to file a personal injury claim. Missing this deadline means losing your right to seek compensation, so it’s vital to contact a product liability attorney in Los Angeles as soon as possible. - How long do I have to file a product liability claim in California? **Yes.** California holds everyone in the chain of distribution potentially liable, including retailers, distributors, and importers, not just the original manufacturer. This is especially important if the product was manufactured overseas and the manufacturer may be difficult to sue directly. - Can I sue the store where I bought a defective product? A recall can bolster your claim by demonstrating that the manufacturer was aware of a hazard. However, a formal recall isn’t required to pursue legal action. Our lawyers can construct a case around the defect itself, regardless of whether a recall was ever issued. - What if the product was recalled after my injury? **Not in California.** Under the theory of strict liability, you don’t need to prove that the manufacturer was careless. You just need to show that the product was defective when it left the defendant's control, that you used it as intended, and that the defect caused your injuries. This standard makes recovery far more accessible than in a traditional negligence claim. - Does a product liability claim require proof of negligence? ## Contact Our Los Angeles Product Liability Lawyers Today Dealing with serious injuries is overwhelming enough without the added stress of taking on a massive corporation. Cohen & Marzban is here to fight that battle for you. Trust our experienced team to pursue the comprehensive compensation you deserve while you focus on your recovery. --- Cohen & Marzban — [https://losangelespersonalinjury.attorney/practice-areas/product-liability](https://losangelespersonalinjury.attorney/practice-areas/product-liability)