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Household and everyday appliances are intended to make our lives easier. Microwave ovens allow us to cook food faster, ceiling fans help to keep our homes cooler, and food processors help to quickly cut up vegetables and fruit. Regular household appliances can pose a danger to us and our family due to their moving mechanical parts, need for electricity, and use of chemicals can cause hazardous situations.
In some cases, we can prevent accidents from occurring by supervising small children around household appliances, keeping boiling pots away from the edge of a stove, and not touching hot surfaces. Unusual wear and tear, defects, and electrical shorts can result in dangerous conditions leading to injury, even death.
The use of household appliances is so common within our homes, it’s hard to imagine that with all of the convenience that they bring, they can still hurt us. Some of the most common appliances that can cause injury include;
In addition to the above, other appliances can cause injury. Those that use a blade, such as a blender or food processor, can cut people if they get too close to the rapidly moving blade. Garbage disposals can get clogged, requiring someone to put their hand down to remove the obstruction which can lead to disastrous results if the disposal turns on.
Many appliance injuries are the result of the homeowner not using it properly, failing to monitor its usage, or using it for a purpose different than what it should be used for. However, there are times when an appliance causes an injury due to a defect in its design, its components, or how it was made. Given the impact that a faulty appliance can have on a business, many companies that are notified of potential product defects will issue a recall to avoid costly lawsuits in the event of injury. If you are the owner of an appliance that is subject to a recall, it is incumbent upon you to ensure that you comply.
However, if an injury occurs due to a defect in the design, manufacture, or assembly of an appliance, liability may exist for the designer, manufacturer, or retailer. Companies that design, manufacture, and sell appliances have a responsibility to the public to ensure that they are safe.
If you’ve been injured as the result of an appliance accident that was due to a product defect, you will need to prove that;
Monetary damages that may be subject to recovery include medical bills, lost wages, continuing care, as well as other incidentals for care including transportation, fees, parking fees, and supplies.
Navigating through appliance injury accidents can be challenging, as multiple parties may be involved and negligence needs to be proven. The Florida personal injury attorneys at Wolfson & Leon can review the circumstances of your situation and advise you of potential options. They can answer your questions and help you to get your life back on track after your injury.
Contact Wolfson & Leon at (305) 285-1115 if you or someone you love was the victim of an appliance-related injury. From our offices in Miami, Fort Lauderdale, West Palm Beach, and Fort Myers, we proudly serves the residents of South Florida. To discuss your claim or if you have questions about your injury, contact the personal injury attorneys at Wolfson & Leon at (305) WOLFSON (965-3766).