Defective Product Claims Defense

Northern Ohio Product Liability Attorneys

Manufacturers and their insurance carriers have turned to Koeth, Rice & Leo Co. L.P.A., to challenge claims that a product defect led to personal injury. We possess the experience and resources to take on such complex, technical litigation.

Our product liability defense lawyers represent defendants in courts throughout Northern Ohio. We minimize client exposure through deft negotiation of settlements when the possibility of a large jury award is deemed an unacceptable risk. When trial is necessary, our veteran litigators craft aggressive defense strategies designed to win. We handle a wide range of product cases alleging a design defect or manufacturing defect:

Auto defects — a remote electric starter blamed for a car fire; tire or airbag failure; vehicle instability or crashworthiness
Consumer products — electric pumps, lighting fixtures, toaster ovens, rotisseries, gas grills, lawnmowers, power saws, and chainsaws
Workplace machinery — industrial apparatus such as printing presses or punch presses

Product Liability Defense

Koeth, Rice & Leo Co. L.P.A. represents product manufacturers, distributors, wholesalers, direct sellers, and all parties in the distribution chain who may be named in a lawsuit. We have defended not only claims from personal injury victims but also economic damage cross-claims against component part manufacturers. We also defend clients in employer intentional tort litigation arising from product failure claims.

Our attorneys work closely with manufacturers to analyze the cause of accidents. We routinely consult with engineers, manufacturing experts, workplace safety experts, and other professionals. Was the product altered in any way, such as by disabling safety mechanisms? Did the injury occur from an unintended use of the product? Is the product available for inspection by experts?

Product liability trial lawyers Robert Koeth and Clark Rice have each practiced for twenty-five years. They reliably assess the value of settlement versus litigation, and are equipped to protect the client's interests either way. Contact Koeth, Rice & Leo Co. L.P.A. at 216-696-1433 to arrange a consultation with our knowledgeable attorneys.