When a trusted product fails and injures you, it can be hard to know where to turn. At The Law Office of Daniel E Goodman, our product liability attorneys are committed to helping you understand your options and pursue justice.
Our Illinois attorneys assist people harmed by unsafe consumer goods, from defective vehicles to faulty appliances and medical devices. With our team’s guidance, you don’t have to face corporations or insurers alone.
Call (847) 292-6000 for a free, no-obligation consultation.
Understanding Illinois Law on Defective Products
Illinois law requires manufacturers, distributors, and retailers to ensure their products are reasonably safe when used as intended. Unfortunately, dangerous items sometimes make it into the marketplace. Injuries often stem from three types of product flaws:
Design defects
A problem in the design makes every unit dangerous. For example, a car with a poorly engineered braking system.
Manufacturing defects
The design is safe, but mistakes during production make the item hazardous, such as a kitchen appliance with faulty wiring that causes electrocution.
Failure to warn
When risks aren’t clearly explained, accidents can happen. A chemical cleaner without hazard warnings, for instance, can cause burns or breathing injuries.
If your accident aligns with one of these categories, you may have grounds for legal action. Our attorneys investigate every detail to confirm whether a defective product caused your injury.
Do You Have a Case?
Many people wonder if their situation qualifies as a claim. Generally, you may have a case if:
- The product was defective in design, manufacturing, or labeling.
- You were using it as intended—or in a way a manufacturer could reasonably expect.
- The defect directly caused your injury or damages.
We frequently represent clients hurt by unsafe vehicles, faulty medical devices, hazardous household appliances, and dangerous children’s products. Whether it’s a failed pacemaker or a toy with choking risks, our firm has the experience to hold negligent companies accountable.
To prove a case, Illinois courts apply two main standards. The risk-utility test looks at whether the risks outweigh the product’s benefits and if a safer alternative design existed. The consumer expectation test measures whether the product performed as an ordinary person would reasonably expect. If it falls short, the seller or manufacturer may be responsible.
By combining thorough investigation with expert testimony, our Illinois defective product lawyers connect the evidence to the law—giving your claim the strongest possible foundation.
Compensation Available
Injury from a dangerous product can impact every part of your life. Possible compensation may include:
- Medical expenses – Covering surgeries, hospital care, and ongoing treatment.
- Lost wages – If your recovery kept you from working.
- Pain and suffering – Including the emotional and psychological toll.
- Long-term disability – For permanent injuries that alter your future.
Our goal is to recover the resources you need so you can focus on healing and moving forward.
