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Karl Truman: Trusted Consumer Product Defect Lawyer Serving Kentucky and Indiana
Offices in Louisville, KY and Jeffersonville, IN
You buy a product expecting it to be safe when used as directed. When a product is defective and that defect injures you, the manufacturer, distributor, and retailer who put it into your hands may all be liable. Product liability law exists precisely for this situation.
Attorney Karl Truman brings the discipline and leadership of a retired Lieutenant Colonel in the U.S. Army to every case. From children’s toys to power tools to household appliances to electronics, we work with a network of attorneys to pursue every responsible party in the chain of distribution.
Our legal team network handles:
- Defective power tools causing lacerations, fractures, or amputations
- Children’s toys with choking hazards, toxic materials, or design flaws causing injury
- Household appliances causing fires, electrocutions, or burns through defective design or manufacturing
- Defective furniture, ladders, and equipment causing falls and structural injuries
- Electronics and lithium battery products causing fires or explosions
- Sporting goods and recreational equipment defects causing serious injury
No fees unless we win. Available 24/7 throughout Louisville, Southern Indiana, and all of Kentucky and Indiana.
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Retired Lt. Colonel, U.S. Army
Karl Truman: Trusted Consumer Product Defect Lawyer Serving Kentucky and Indiana
Understanding Consumer Product Defects
Product liability claims can be brought against manufacturers, distributors, wholesalers, and retailers, meaning every entity in the chain of distribution from production to sale can potentially be held liable. You do not need to prove negligence. Under strict liability principles that apply in both Kentucky and Indiana, a seller who places a defective and unreasonably dangerous product into commerce is liable for resulting injuries, regardless of whether they exercised reasonable care.
The three types of product defects apply here as they do in all product liability cases. Design defects make every unit of a product unreasonably dangerous. Manufacturing defects make individual units deviate dangerously from the intended desi
PRESERVE THE PRODUCT:
Do not throw away, return, or repair the defective product. It is critical evidence. Store it in the same condition it was in when the injury occurred. Contact us immediately.
Why Consumer Product Defect Cases Are Different
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Strict Liability Standard
You do not need to prove the manufacturer was careless. Under strict liability, placing a defective product in commerce is enough to create liability. This is a powerful legal standard.
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Full Supply Chain Liability
Manufacturers, importers, distributors, and retailers all face potential liability. We identify every party in the chain who profited from selling the defective product.
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CPSC Records
The Consumer Product Safety Commission maintains recall databases, incident reports, and safety bulletins. We check these immediately in every consumer product case.
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Preserve the Product
The physical product is often the most important piece of evidence. We act immediately to preserve it and arrange expert inspection before evidence is lost.
How We Handle Consumer Product Defect Cases
From the moment you call, we take over the legal fight. You focus on recovery. We handle everything else.
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Thorough Investigation
We move immediately to build the strongest possible case: gathering records, securing evidence, consulting experts, and documenting every aspect of your situation before anything is lost or altered.
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Handle All Paperwork
From insurance claims to medical records, legal filings, and demand letters, we manage every detail so you can focus on healing. You will never be left wondering what is happening with your case.
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Fight for What You Deserve
The party on the other side of your claim has professionals working to minimize what they pay you. We deal with them directly and protect you from every tactic designed to undervalue your claim.
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Trial-Ready Representation
While most cases settle, we prepare every case for trial. The other side knows we will not back down, and that gives us the leverage to secure maximum compensation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Comprehensive answers about personal injury law in Kentucky and Indiana. Find the information you need to make informed decisions about your case.
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Do I need to prove the manufacturer was negligent?
Not necessarily. Under the strict liability doctrine applied in both Kentucky and Indiana, you can hold a manufacturer or seller liable for placing a defective and unreasonably dangerous product in the stream of commerce without proving they were careless. The defect and the resulting injury are sufficient.
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Can I sue the store that sold me the defective product?
Yes. Retailers who sell defective products can be liable under product liability law even if they did not manufacture the product. We pursue every party in the chain of distribution who profited from selling the defective item.
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I threw away the product after I was hurt. Can I still file a claim?
Possibly, though preserving the product significantly strengthens your case. Other evidence, including photos of the product before disposal, medical records documenting the injury, purchase receipts, and the product’s known defect history, may be sufficient to support a claim. Contact us and we will evaluate what is available.
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How long do I have to file a consumer product defect claim?
In Kentucky, generally one year from the date of injury. In Indiana, generally two years. Contact us immediately.
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What if the product was purchased online from an overseas seller?
International sellers and importers can be subject to U.S. product liability law when they sell products into the U.S. market. We evaluate jurisdiction and the available defendants in every case. Where the overseas seller cannot be reached, we look to domestic distributors and retailers.
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How much does a consumer product defect attorney cost?
Nothing upfront. We work on contingency and advance all expert costs. You pay nothing unless we win.
Still Have Questions About Your Consumer Product Defect Case?
Get personalized answers from Colonel Karl Truman and our experienced legal team during your free consultation.
Serving Personal Injury Victims Across Kentucky & Indiana
Karl Truman Injury Law represents clients in Louisville, Jeffersonville, Lexington, Bowling Green, Owensboro, Covington, and throughout Kentucky and Indiana. We handle car accidents, truck accidents, motorcycle accidents, slip and fall cases, medical malpractice, workers’ compensation, wrongful death, dog bites, premises liability, and all types of personal injury claims. Available 24/7 for free consultations.
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