Product Liability Lawyer In Indianapolis, IN
Last updated on April 10, 2026
American consumers trust product manufacturers every day. When we buy a product, we expect it to work. Even if the product is lightly used or properly maintained, the last thing we expect is to suffer serious injury—or even death—due to negligent manufacturing of defective products.
Those injured by a faulty or dangerous product can contact Parr Richey Frandsen Patterson Kruse LLP. With over 75 years of legal experience, our Indiana personal injury attorneys can work for you! We aim to hold the liable party responsible for the harm they cause and ensure that you receive the maximum compensation you deserve.
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What Is A Defective Or Dangerous Product?
Product liability claims can arise from many defective products, including:
- Work-related equipment or machinery
- Defective children’s toys or products
- Tires, brakes or other auto products
- Drugs and other healthcare products
- Medical and cosmetic products
- Household appliances
- Product recalls
- Food products
- Power tools
Many kinds of injury can result from defective products. From car accidents, rashes, burns, food poisoning, serious illnesses or even death, those who suffer injuries from a product may have a claim.
We Represent Victims of Defective Product Claims
Product liability cases can be highly complex. Even though you may have a valid claim, one misstep could put the outcome of your case at risk.
Depending on the circumstances that surround your case, there are different types of product liability claims that you can file, including:
- Design defect claim
- Manufacturing defect claim
- Failure to warn claim
A successful product liability claim will not hinge on negligence; instead, it must establish liability. This can be tricky, but with an experienced Indianapolis product liability lawyer by your side, your legal representative will know how to prove your case.
For this reason alone, it is imperative to the outcome of your claim that you seek someone who is knowledgeable and can directly prove that an oversight in the development of the product caused your injuries.
Elements of a Product Liability Claim in Indiana
Winning a product liability case in Indiana requires proving three core elements under strict liability law—no negligence needed. Our Indianapolis product liability attorneys build cases that meet every requirement.
- The Product Was Defective: The item must have a design, manufacturing, or warning defect that made it unreasonably dangerous. A tire with weak sidewalls that bursts at highway speed in Boone County is defective by design.
- The Defect Existed When It Left the Manufacturer: You must show the product was already flawed when it left the factory or distributor—not altered later. Chain-of-custody evidence and expert testing prove this.
- The Defect Directly Caused Your Injury: The flaw must be the proximate cause of harm while the product was used as intended or in a reasonably foreseeable way. A child swallowing a detachable toy part from a Lebanon store purchase meets this test.
Indiana follows the “consumer expectation” and “risk-utility” tests for defectiveness. We retain engineers, chemists, and safety experts to testify on your behalf. Call 317-505-1342 for a free evaluation to see if your case qualifies.
Common Causes and Types of Product Liability
Defective products injure Hoosiers daily. Below are some of the most frequent categories our Indiana attorneys handle:
- Auto Parts Defects: Faulty airbags, tires, or brakes can cause crashes on I-65 near Indianapolis.
- Children’s Toys and Products: Choking hazards, lead paint, or sharp edges harm kids.
- Pharmaceutical and Medical Devices: Dangerous drugs like Zantac (carcinogens) or hip implants that fail can lead to costly revision surgeries and cancer diagnoses.
- Household Appliances: Exploding pressure cookers, faulty space heaters, defective dryers or wiring defects can spark house fires and cause serious burn injuries.
- Power Tools and Machinery: Unguarded saw blades or missing kill switches maim factory workers. A drill press lacking a guard can sever fingers.
- Food Contamination: Listeria in deli meat or E. coli in romaine lettuce causes kidney failure and death.
- Failure to Warn: Missing labels on chemicals lead to chemical burns when products are mixed improperly.
If a defective product harmed you or a family member, act now. Indiana’s two-year statute of limitations applies to most claims. Contact us before evidence disappears.
Why Hire an Indianapolis Product Liability Attorney?
Product liability cases pit injured consumers against global corporations with unlimited resources. Level the field with our proven team.
- 125+ Years of Combined Trial Experience: Since 1899, Parr Richey Frandsen Patterson Kruse LLP has fought for Hoosier families in Lebanon, Indianapolis, and beyond.
- Million-Dollar Results: Attorneys Tony Patterson and Paul Kruse have secured seven-figure verdicts and settlements. Tony is a lifetime member of the Million Dollar Advocates Forum®—fewer than 1% of U.S. lawyers qualify.
- Indiana Trial Lawyers Association Leadership: Paul Kruse’s ITLA membership reflects peer respect and deep knowledge of state courts.
- No Win, No Fee Promise: You owe nothing unless we recover compensation. Case expenses are advanced by our firm.
- Nationwide Network of Experts: We work with biomechanists, toxicologists, and failure analysts to dismantle manufacturer defenses.
- 24/7 Availability: Product recalls and evidence spoliation happen fast. Call 317-505-1342 any time—nights, weekends, holidays.
Don’t face billion-dollar companies alone. Schedule your free consultation online or by phone today.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) About Product Liability in Indiana
Q: What is the statute of limitations for product liability in Indiana?
A: Two years from the date of injury or death. A “discovery rule” may extend this if the defect was hidden (e.g., asbestos exposure).
Q: Do I need to prove the manufacturer was careless?
A: No. Indiana uses strict liability—focus is on the product’s defect, not negligence.
Q: Can I sue if the product was recalled after my injury?
A: Yes. Recalls are evidence of defect but not required to file.
Q: Who can I sue in a product liability case?
A: Anyone in the chain: manufacturer, distributor, wholesaler, or retailer. A defective chainsaw sold at Rural King in Greenfield allows claims against all parties.
Q: What damages can I recover?
A: Medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, disfigurement, and punitive damages in extreme cases. No cap on economic damages.
Q: How much does it cost to hire a product liability lawyer?
A: Zero upfront. We only get paid from your settlement or verdict.
Q: What if the product was modified after purchase?
A: Modifications can weaken your case, but not always. Expert analysis determines if the original defect still caused harm.
Have additional questions? Contact us. Our Indianapolis product liability team is ready to fight for you.
Get Help From An Indianapolis Injury Attorney
Have you been seriously injured in any of the claims listed above? If so, don’t wait another moment to retain our skilled trial lawyers who can help you recover compensation from the liable party or entity.
Attorneys Tony Patterson and Paul Kruse have secured million-dollar settlements and verdicts for past clients in all types of personal injury claims in Lebanon and Indianapolis!
As a result, Tony Patterson is a member of the Million Dollar Advocates Forum®, and Paul Kruse is a member of the Indiana Trial Lawyers Association. Our firm has what it takes to obtain the maximum results for you after an accident. We keep our phone lines open 24/7, so there is no bad time to call us at 317-505-1342.
Did an unsafe product harm you?
Contact Parr Richey Frandsen Patterson Kruse LLP online today to schedule your risk-free case evaluation.
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