Injured by a Defective Product in Illinois?

If you or a loved one were seriously injured by a defective product in Illinois, you may be entitled to compensation through a product liability lawsuit. From exploding pressure cookers to faulty automotive parts, unsafe products can lead to devastating injuries. Manufacturers, distributors, and retailers may all be held legally responsible for putting dangerous products into the hands of consumers.

Our Illinois product liability lawyers help individuals throughout the state—including Chicago, Springfield, Peoria, Naperville, and Rockford—pursue claims for compensation. We can investigate your case and determine whether you may have a viable legal claim.

Common Product Liability Claims in Illinois

Product liability claims in Illinois arise from defective or dangerous items that cause injury during normal use. We handle cases involving:

• Defective household appliances, such as air fryers or pressure cookers that explode or catch fire
• Automotive defects, including faulty brakes, airbags, and seatbelts
• Defective tools and machinery, often due to design flaws or missing safety features
• Unsafe toys or children’s products, including choking hazards or toxic materials
• Dangerous drugs and medical devices, including recalled implants and prescription medications
• E-cigarette or vape explosions
• Contaminated food or supplements

We also monitor recalls and consumer warnings to identify cases where manufacturers may be held accountable for widespread harm.

Types of Defective Product Claims

Under Illinois law, a product liability claim typically falls into one or more of the following categories:

1. Design Defect – The product’s design is inherently dangerous, even when made correctly.
2. Manufacturing Defect – A mistake during the production process caused the product to be unsafe.
3. Failure to Warn (Marketing Defect) – The manufacturer failed to provide proper warnings or instructions for safe use.

Even if the product was never recalled, it may still be legally defective and subject to liability.

What Injuries Are Common in Product Liability Cases?

Defective products can cause a range of serious injuries, including:

• Severe burns or scarring
• Broken bones or amputations
• Electrocution or shock injuries
• Internal injuries or bleeding
• Brain or spinal cord damage
• Vision or hearing loss
• Wrongful death

We work with medical experts to assess the full extent of your injury and determine how the product failure contributed to your harm.

What Can You Recover in a Product Liability Lawsuit?

In Illinois, injured consumers may be entitled to compensation for:

• Medical expenses, including surgeries and ongoing care
• Lost wages and reduced earning capacity
• Pain and suffering
• Emotional distress
• Property damage (e.g., fire damage from defective electronics)
• Wrongful death damages, if a loved one passed away due to the product

We will fight for the full value of your case, and there are no legal fees unless we win or settle your claim.

Why Choose Our Illinois Product Liability Lawyers?

• Free consultation to review your potential claim
• No fees unless we recover compensation
• Experienced with complex product liability and injury cases
• Serving clients statewide, including Chicago and Cook County
• Network of engineering and safety experts to strengthen your case

We understand the tactics big manufacturers and insurers use to avoid responsibility—and we know how to push back.

What to Do After a Product-Related Injury in Illinois

1. Get medical attention immediately.
2. Preserve the product, packaging, and purchase receipt.
3. Take photos of the product, injuries, and the scene.
4. Avoid giving statements to the manufacturer or insurer without legal advice.
5. Contact a product liability lawyer as soon as possible.

Illinois has a statute of limitations, so don’t wait to take action.