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When a product is released for purchase it will have gone through a stringent testing procedure. However, there are incidents where one or two products fall through the wire. If you have been hurt because of this you will definitely be able to make an accident claim. From the manufacturer to the retailer, there can indeed by several responsible parties. All you need to be able to prove is that they are at fault for letting the item be made available for sale.
Aside from this, there are two other important factors to note. Firstly, if you want to make a compensation claim you must have seen a doctor for your injuries. No matter how minor they may seem, it is vital to seek immediate medical attention. This is crucial for your health, but also for your chances of compensation as well. Your medical diagnosis is one of the most important pieces of evidence.
In addition to this, the incident must have occurred over the past three years. This is actually the time limit on all personal injury cases. Therefore, you have three years from the date of the accident and court proceedings must be issued within this time frame.
Will I have to go to court if I make an accident claim for a faulty product?
Did you know that a shocking number of people in the U.S. that are entitled to compensation never even make a claim? One of the reasons why this is the case is because people feel that they will suffer a hassle filled process if they make an accident claim. Moreover, they don’t want the stress or inconvenience of going to court. However, did you know that it is actually extremely unlikely that your case will end up going to trial?
Many people are shocked to find out that a low percentage of personal injury claims end up in the courtroom. In most cases, it is in the interest of both parties to ensure the claim is resolved as quickly and as smoothly as possible. The insurer will definitely not want to go to court. If they do so then they will be liable for legal costs on both sides and thus they want the situation to be resolved before it ends up in a courtroom. Because of this, legal action is very rarely required.
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