The popular line of Bumbo Baby Seats was recalled after reports of serious injuries occurring with children who used the product. These products which were sold at specialty retailers and big box retailers such as Toy R’ Us, Sears and WalMart have been known to cause injuries. According to reports more than 50 people have suffered injures so far due to the defective seat; while close to >four million bumbo seats have been recalled.

Responsabilidad por lesiones en el asiento Bumbo - ¿Quién es responsable de las lesiones de mi hijo?

Cuando usted o un ser querido han sufrido lesiones por un producto defectuoso all parties involved in the sale of the product are liable. What this means is all commercial sellers of the product are responsible for your injuries. This includes retailers, wholesalers, distributors and manufacturers. When a retailer sells a product that is defective, which ultimately causes injury then they will be liable. There is no requirement that they know about the defect. Rather all that needs to occur is for you to be injured. Retailers are often times protected by indemnification agreements between themselves and certain manufacturers and distributors. What this means is that when a retailer like Wal-Mart purchases a product they require the manufacturer or distributor to protect them in a lawsuit. In order to maximize your potential for recovery we join and sue every entity responsible for the harm or involved in the chain of distribution and hold them liable for the injuries suffered. Even though all parties may not be liable it is important to determine that during the course of discovery. If your child has been injured from the use of a Bumbo baby seat do not assume that you have no case. It is important to speak with a product liability attorney and determine who is at fault and go from there. Our office offers a free thirty-minute consultation to help you determine whether you have a case. From there we can help you better understand your rights and aid you in making the right decision.

El diseño de la silla de bebé Bumbo, probable causa de un producto defectuoso

It is likely that these products can be categorized under a design defect. When a product is defective it is because of a design, manufacturing or inadequate labeling issue. A design defect occurs when the manufacturer poorly designed the product. In the case of the Bumbo seat it can be argued that because the manufacturer failed to install a safety harness that a defective design exist. A manufacturer defect exist if the product was defective when it left the assembly line. In this case it is unlikely for there to be a manufacturing defect because 4 million units have been recalled. It is however probable that a serious design defect existed in product. Because Bumbo was not installed with a seat belt feature it can be considered a design defect. Determining which theory to present to a jury, is important. Many attorneys are not aware of the nuances involved in product liability litigation. Knowing the proper theories to assert and diffusing any defenses posed by opposing counsel is critical to succeeding in such cases. Manufacturers are generally covered by high value insurance policies. This is called product liability insurance. So when there is an accident, the manufacturer contacts his insurance provider and they begin handling the case. Insurance companies will spend large sums of money to defend against a case. That is why you need to have a team who has the resources to fight for your case. We handle product liability cases and can offer you a free evaluation of your case. If you have been injured from the use of a defective product or your child has been injured contact Bumbo defect attorneys en Downtown L.A. Law.

Lesiones comunes derivadas de accidentes con el asiento Bumbo

La Comisión de Seguridad de los Productos de Consumo de EE.UU. ha recibido más de 50 informes de lesiones. Aunque no todos los informes indican lesiones graves, algunos han informado de fracturas de cráneo y otras lesiones graves. La lista de lesiones más comunes incluye:

• Trauma emocional;
• Lesiones cerebrales;
• Fractura de cráneo;
• Lesión cerebral traumática;
• Magulladuras;
• Huesos rotos;
• Laceraciones faciales;
• Discapacidad visual;
• Daños en la columna vertebral o lesiones medulares;
• Desfiguración permanente.

If you child has been injured seek medical attention. It is important to have a full and detailed medical report of all injuries. Knowing the injury is critical. Often times injured parties delay seeking treatment. This is a mistake, you should seek immediate medical attention for your child if they have been injured. Delaying seeking medical treatment can inflict permanent injuries. After you speak with your primary care physician or an ER doctor it is advisable to contact an attorney.

Consejos en caso de productos defectuosos - Qué hacer si usted o un ser querido ha sufrido daños por un bien de consumo defectuoso

He aquí algunos consejos importantes a tener en cuenta cuando se trate de un producto defectuoso.

• Do not dispose of the product. The first reaction of a consumer is to dispose of the product. Often times they owner of the product does not want to be reminded of the injury. As a result they dispose of the product. This can seriously impinge on the success of your case. Make sure to keep the item in its post accident condition.
• Seek medical treatment. Your health should be your first priority. Make sure to seek needed medical treatment. If you are not sure which doctors to visit, contact your attorney they will have a network of physicians you can deal with.
• Conserve información detallada. Esto incluye recibos de compra, números de serie, fotografías y otra información necesaria. Si hay algo relacionado con el accidente, guárdalo porque puede ser útil.

Nuestra práctica se ocupa de las lesiones por responsabilidad civil por productos defectuosos. Entender la ciencia y la ingeniería detrás de la fabricación de un producto es importante. Hable con un abogado experto en productos defectuosos hoy para una consulta gratuita en Downtown L.A. Law. Más información: Bumbo International retira del mercado sillas de bebé para su reparación por riesgo de caída Demandas por lesiones infantiles