Sex toys are readily available both online and in-stores. Although the use of sex toys might have been taboo at one point, today, it is considered normal for individuals and couples alike to use sex toys during intercourse. In general, sex toys are completely safe to use – given that those using the toys keep them clean and use them reasonably.
However, it is possible for sex toys to malfunction, potentially resulting in harm to users. Were you or your partner injured as a result of a malfunctioning sex toy? If so, you might have grounds to file a lawsuit. For more information about your right to file a lawsuit for the injuries resulting from a defective sex toy, do not hesitate to seek legal assistance with the experts at our law firm as soon as possible.
You can trust our experts here at Normandie Law Firm to provide you with the guidance that you need to pursue your injury claim and recover the compensation that you are owed. Normandie Law Firm is a personal injury law firm with many years of experience handling all sorts of injury claims – including those involving defective products. We are not afraid to handle your sex toy malfunction injury claim; in fact, we are ready to help you pursue your injury claim and ensure that you are fairly compensated. If you are ready to discuss your claim with the experts at our law firm, contact us immediately.
Sex Toy Malfunction Injuries
Some potential injuries that unsuspecting parties could suffer due to sex toy malfunction incidents could include the following:
- Electric shock
- Burns
- Scrapes, nicks, and cuts
- Lacerations
- Burst blood vessels
Whether the sex toy has sharp edges, has electrical problems, overheats, is misused because of unclear instructions, or breaks while in use because it was manufactured with substandard material, the incident could potentially lead to serious issues that should be addressed right away. After seeking medical care, affected parties should seek legal assistance to explore the legal options available to them as soon as possible.
Understanding Product Liability Law
Based on product liability law, companies (like product manufacturers) owe their consumers a duty of care. More specifically, they have a duty to ensure that all their products (yes, even their sex toys) are completely safe to be used by consumers. Because of the duty of care owed to consumers, products must be thoroughly tested and inspected before being made available to consumers; tests and inspections allow for defects and potential dangers to be identified and addressed before the product is released to consumers. When unsafe products are released to the public, then incidents could occur, and innocent consumers could be harmed. Whenever a consumer is harmed as a direct result of a product malfunctioning (whether it is associated with a defect in labeling, design, or manufacturing), the manufacturer could be liable for the harm that their consumers suffer.
What if the product was purchased through a marketplace like Amazon? In some cases, the company providing the connection between the consumer and the seller could also face liability for selling a defective product. In other words, if you purchased the defective sex toy from Amazon or another online site similar to Amazon, the company could be liable.
For more information about liability, do not hesitate to seek legal assistance with the experts at our law firm as soon as possible.
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Your Right to Sue
Do you have the right to sue? Yes – if you can prove that a negligent party, like the product manufacturer, for instance, was liable for the injuries that you suffered due to a defective sex toy, then you could be eligible to sue. You could file a lawsuit for the harm resulting from a sex toy malfunction. For more information about your right to sue, it is essential that you seek legal assistance with the experts at our law firm as soon as possible.
What Should You Do?
After sustaining injuries resulting from a defective sex toy, it is important that you do the following:
- Seek medical attention as soon as possible (be honest with your doctor from the start)
- Take photos of all visible injuries
- Contact the manufacturer of the product to report the incident and the harm that you suffered
- Do not agree to a refund
- Do not agree to a free repair
- Do not agree to a free replacement
- Do not agree to return the product
- Keep the defective sex toy in a safe place where it will not be tampered with in any way
- Contact the store where you purchased the sex toy (if it wasn’t purchased directly from the manufacturer) and do not agree to refunds, replacements, etc.
- If there were witnesses to the incident, make note of it and make sure that you have their contact information
- Collect any video footage capturing the incident, if appropriate
- Gather all relevant medical expenses
- Gather all records of lost earnings due to the inability to work
- Seek the guidance of an experienced lawyer immediately
You Could Be Compensated
Could I be compensated if I was injured by a sex toy that malfunctioned? Yes, you could be awarded compensated for the harm that you suffered. Depending on the details surrounding your lawsuit, you could be eligible to recover compensation for some of the following:
- Medical expenses
- Lost wages
- Pain and suffering
- Loss of consortium
- Punitive damages
- Legal fees
Ultimately, the type as well as the amount of compensation that you could recover will be based on the specific details surrounding your injury claim, which could include the types of injuries suffered, the extent/permanency of your injuries, the way that your injuries affect your life, whether your injuries affect your ability to work and earn income, etc. Regardless of the details of your claim, you can trust that our lawyers are ready to fight for your right to recover the highest amount of compensation available for your sex toy malfunction injury claim.
Is there a Class Action Lawsuit?
Can I file a class action lawsuit? How can I join or be a part of a class action lawsuit on this case? If the defective product harmed many parties, then it is likely that there is a class action claim in which you could participate. A class action lawyer can help you figure out how to join the specific class action lawsuit. In some cases, there might be mass torts rather than a class action lawsuit – mass torts are single claims against the same company. For more information about how to proceed with your claim, do not hesitate to contact our recall lawyers as soon as possible.
File Your Claim Within the Deadline
All injury claims are subject to a statute of limitations. A statute of limitations is essentially a deadline that determines the total time that claimants have to file their injury claims. If claimants fail to file their claims within the time that is allowed by the statute of limitations, then they could risk losing their right to sue. Most states, including California, have a two-year statute of limitations, meaning that claimants will only have two years to sue; however, depending on the state, the applicable deadline can range from one year to up to six years. To ensure that you have a thorough understanding of the time that you have to file your lawsuit, do not hesitate to contact the experts at our law firm as soon as possible.
Contact Normandie Law Firm Today
Are you looking for a sex toy malfunction attorney? If so, do not hesitate to contact the experts at our law firm immediately. Normandie Law Firm is ready to provide you with the guidance that you need to sue for the harm that you suffered due to the malfunctioning sex product. Our lawyers have decades of experience and are ready to help you win the payout that you are owed. At our law firm, we are more than ready to provide you with the guidance that you need – whether you are starting your claim or looking to redirect your claim after starting it elsewhere. More specifically, we offer free legal services: free consultations and free second opinions. During these legal services, our experts will be available to answer your questions, address your concerns, and give you absolutely all the information that you need to pursue your claim. If you are ready to benefit from our free legal services, contact us immediately.
We offer a Zero-Fee guarantee, meaning that our clients will not be required to pay upfront legal expenses. In addition, we work on a strict contingency structure. Therefore, our lawyers will not be required to pay any upfront legal fees; rather, our clients will only pay if they win.
If you are ready to speak with our sex toy malfunction injury lawsuit attorneys, do not hesitate to contact our experts as soon as possible.
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