Every day, Texans purchase products online through Amazon and other e-commerce marketplaces. While online shopping is convenient, it has also made it easier for dangerous and defective products to reach American consumers. Many low-cost products sold online are manufactured overseas, including by companies located in China, and some products may not meet reasonable safety standards.

If you or a loved one was injured by a defective product purchased online, you may have a product liability claim under Texas law. Our Texas product liability attorneys help consumers pursue compensation when dangerous products cause serious injuries.

Consumers often assume that products sold through major online platforms have been thoroughly vetted for safety. Unfortunately, defective products can still make their way into the marketplace.

Examples of products that have been linked to serious injuries include:

• Defective lithium-ion batteries
• E-bikes and electric scooters
• Children's toys
• Power tools
• Automotive parts
• Electronics and chargers
• Home appliances
• Safety equipment
• Ladders and climbing equipment
• Fitness products

Defects can lead to fires, explosions, electrocution, falls, crushing injuries, burns, amputations, traumatic brain injuries, and even wrongful death.

Many injured consumers are surprised to learn that identifying the responsible party is often more complicated when a product is purchased online.

Some products sold on Amazon are sold directly by Amazon. Others are sold by third-party sellers located throughout the United States and around the world. In many cases, the manufacturer may be located overseas.

Texas law generally allows injured consumers to pursue claims against manufacturers, distributors, and certain sellers that place defective products into the stream of commerce. However, Texas courts have held that Amazon is generally not considered a "seller" of products sold by third-party merchants when Amazon does not take title to the product. As a result, determining who may be legally responsible requires a detailed investigation into the product's chain of distribution.

A product liability case may involve:

The product was dangerous because of the way it was designed.

An error occurred during production that made the product unsafe.

The manufacturer failed to provide adequate instructions, warnings, or safety information.

Many inexpensive consumer products sold online are manufactured by companies located outside the United States. When a defective product is manufactured overseas, injured consumers may face additional legal challenges, including:

• Identifying the manufacturer
• Locating responsible corporate entities
• Serving foreign companies with legal process
• Enforcing judgments across international borders

Our firm investigates the entire supply chain to identify all potentially responsible parties and pursue every available source of recovery.

If a defective product caused your injuries, you may be entitled to compensation for:

• Medical expenses
• Future medical treatment
• Lost wages
• Loss of earning capacity
• Physical pain and suffering
• Mental anguish
• Physical impairment
• Disfigurement
• Wrongful death damages for surviving family members

If you believe a product caused your injury:

1. Preserve the product and all packaging.
2. Save receipts, Amazon order confirmations, and shipping records.
3. Take photographs of the product and your injuries.
4. Seek medical treatment immediately.
5. Avoid repairing, altering, or discarding the product.
6. Contact an experienced Texas product liability attorney.

The product itself is often the most important piece of evidence in a product liability case.

Defective product cases frequently involve large manufacturers, complex supply chains, engineering issues, and extensive investigation. Whether your injury was caused by a product purchased on Amazon, another online marketplace, or a traditional retailer, our Texas product liability attorneys can help evaluate your legal options.

Contact our office today for a free consultation and learn whether you may have a claim for compensation under Texas law.