Product Liability

Legal Help for Injuries Caused by Defective or Dangerous Products

Consumers expect that the products they purchase—whether food, electronics, household goods, or pharmaceuticals—are safe to use. Unfortunately, defective or unsafe products can cause serious harm, ranging from burns and lacerations to long-term health complications. When a product causes injury due to design flaws, manufacturing defects, or inadequate warnings, you may have the right to pursue a product liability claim.

At Northpoint Legal, we represent people throughout Vancouver and across British Columbia who have been injured by dangerous consumer goods. With decades of experience in personal injury and civil litigation, we provide strategic legal support to help you seek fair compensation and hold negligent manufacturers, distributors, and retailers accountable.

Common Scenarios in Product Liability Claims

Product liability cases can arise from a wide range of consumer products. Northpoint Legal has experience handling claims involving:

• Defective electronics (batteries, chargers, appliances that overheat or catch fire)
• Toys or baby products that pose choking, suffocation, or toxicity hazards
• Contaminated food or beverage products (see our Food Recall Claims page)
• Faulty medical devices (e.g., implants, surgical tools)
• Harmful pharmaceuticals (improper labeling, unexpected side effects)
• Auto parts or machinery that malfunction or fail under normal use

Injuries in these cases can be severe and life-altering. Victims may suffer burns, fractures, poisoning, internal injuries, or long-term illness due to toxic exposure or defective materials.

Types of Product Defects Recognized in BC Law

Under Canadian product liability law, a manufacturer or seller may be held legally responsible if a product is defective in one or more of the following ways:

1. Design Defect – The product is inherently unsafe due to the way it was designed, even if it was manufactured correctly.
2. Manufacturing Defect – A flaw or error occurred during the production process that made the product unsafe.
3. Failure to Warn (Marketing Defect) – Inadequate instructions, safety warnings, or product labeling failed to inform the consumer of potential risks.

These claims may be brought under tort law (negligence) or contract law (breach of warranty), depending on the nature of the case.

Your Right to Compensation

If you have been injured by a defective product, you may be entitled to compensation for:

• Medical treatment and rehabilitation costs
• Pain and suffering
• Lost income and diminished earning capacity
• Long-term care and support services
• Out-of-pocket expenses related to your injury

In cases involving gross negligence or wilful misconduct, punitive damages may also be available.

Northpoint Legal works with medical experts, engineers, and product safety specialists to build strong, evidence-based claims that reflect the full extent of your losses.

Northpoint Legal’s Approach to Product Liability Cases

Product liability litigation can be complex and technical, especially when dealing with corporate defendants and multinational manufacturers. At Northpoint Legal, we provide high-level legal representation with a focus on:

• Thorough investigation of product design, manufacturing records, and prior safety complaints
• Preservation and analysis of physical evidence (product samples, packaging, instructions)
• Collaboration with product safety engineers and healthcare professionals
• Strategic negotiation or litigation depending on the defendant’s response

We pursue settlements when possible but are fully prepared to advance your case to trial if that’s what’s needed to secure justice.

Class Actions in Product Liability

If a defective product has harmed a large group of people, a class action lawsuit may be the most efficient legal remedy. Northpoint Legal handles group claims involving dangerous consumer products, food contamination, and unsafe pharmaceuticals. Visit our Class Actions page for more details.