Product Liability
You Bought a Product You Trusted—Then It Hurt You. What Now?
Product Liability in Colorado: Your Legal Guide
You never expected that something you purchased—something that should have made life easier—would instead leave you injured, scared, or facing unexpected medical bills. When products malfunction or are dangerously designed, consumers have rights.
Product liability is the area of law that holds manufacturers, distributors, and retailers accountable when the things they sell cause harm. In Colorado, these laws exist to protect you and your loved ones from defective or unsafe products.
What is Product Liability?
Examples of Product Liability Negligence in Denver:
Faulty Battery
A faulty electric scooter battery catches fire while charging in a Capitol Hill apartment.
Toxic Paint
A child’s toy purchased from a Denver-area store contains toxic paint, leading to illness.
Defective Airbag
A defective car airbag fails to deploy in a crash on I-25, causing serious injuries.
Colorado Laws on Product Liability
Colorado recognizes strict liability in product defect cases, meaning you may not need to prove negligence—just that the product was defective and caused harm.
Key statute: Colorado Revised Statutes (C.R.S.) § 13-21-401 to 406, which outlines claims for injury or damage caused by a product, including manufacturing defects, design defects, and inadequate warnings or instructions.
Common Causes of Product Liability Cases in Denver
Typical Causes:
- Manufacturing Defects: An error during assembly, like a broken latch on a child car seat.
- Design Defects: A flaw in the product’s blueprint, such as a lawnmower lacking a safety shutoff.
- Failure to Warn: Inadequate instructions or missing safety labels, e.g., a cleaning product missing hazard warnings.
- Improper Packaging: Packaging that fails to keep the product safe or sanitary, particularly in food and medicine.
How to Prove a Product Liability Case in Colorado
You may be wondering: “Is this even something I can sue for?” If you were injured by a defective product while using it normally or in a reasonably expected way, you might have a strong case.
To win a product liability case in Colorado, you need to demonstrate certain legal elements and present compelling evidence.
Here’s what needs to be shown:
The Four Keys to a Strong Case
- Product Was Defective: Either in design, manufacturing, or labeling.
- Injury Occurred: You must have been harmed.
- Causation: The defect directly caused your injury.
- Product Was Used as Intended: Or in a reasonably foreseeable way.
Evidence Needed:
- The defective product itself (if possible)
- Medical records and expenses
- Photos or video of the incident or injury
- Expert testimony (engineers, medical professionals)
- Purchase receipts or documentation
Colorado law also applies a modified comparative fault rule (C.R.S. § 13-21-406), meaning if you are found partially responsible, your compensation may be reduced.
How Illumine Legal Fights for People Hurt by Dangerous Products
Why Choose Illumine Legal LLC vs. Other Denver Law Firms?
Client-Centered Communication
You’ll always know the status of your case. No confusing legal jargon—just clear, honest updates.
Litigation-Focused Team
Colorado Expertise
We know the Denver court system and how Colorado liability laws work.
Unique Firm Advantages:
- We work with expert engineers, doctors, and forensic specialists.
- We know how to find flaws in complex manufacturing and design processes.
- We conduct thorough case investigations using top industry experts.
- We have experience against large manufacturers and insurers and take on big corporations and their insurers with confidence.
- We treat every client like a real person—not a case file.
- We have proven results in complex injury cases.
- We offer flexible consultation scheduling.
FAQs About Product Liability in Colorado
Do I need to prove the company was negligent?
Not always. Colorado law allows strict liability claims in many product defect cases.
Is there a time limit to file a lawsuit?
Yes. Colorado’s statute of limitations for products liability is generally two years from the date of injury (C.R.S. § 13-80-102).
How much can I recover?
Do I need to keep the product?
If possible, yes—it can be vital evidence.
What if I wasn’t the person who bought the product?
You can still file a claim if you were injured while using it as intended.
Can I sue if I altered the product?
It depends. If the alteration contributed to the defect, it might affect your claim.
Can I still sue if the product wasn’t recalled?
Yes. A recall is helpful, but not necessary for a claim.
What kinds of damages can I claim?
Medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and more—sometimes even punitive damages.
What if I wasn’t the person who bought the product?
You can still file a claim if you were injured while using it as intended.
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