Today's manufacturing community is faced with more products liability suits than ever before in United States history - and this trend is not expected to decline. Whether engaged in automobile, household good, clothing, pharmaceutical, industrial tools or food manufacturing, just to name a few, virtually every industry group is vulnerable to the threat of such a suit.

In order to successfully defend such cases, attorneys must not only possess a solid understanding of products liability law but they must "partner" with the manufacturer to develop an intricate knowledge of the product. Every aspect from the how the product is made to how every component works is researched and studied by our attorneys.

For instance, when defending a case involving a table saw, our defense team becomes proficient in the manufacturing of that saw and how it works. Once that is determined, they look at how the plaintiff used the saw, making the same cut that the injured plaintiff did at the time they were injured. By performing such research and actions, our attorneys not only anticipate the plaintiff's claims, but also formulate a defense based upon how the saw works. This kind of knowledge ensures the best possible result for the client.

At Smith Mazure, we realize the importance and commitment required when undertaking a products liability defense. This is why our Firm's sizeable resources are so effective. Large enough to arm our attorney teams with the best technology and research tools, yet flexible to clear case loads to ensure attention is being placed on every detail.