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Houston Design Defect Lawyer – Defective Product Claims | Gomez Law Firm
If you were injured by a dangerously designed product, you may have a design defect claim under Texas product liability law.
At Gomez Law Firm, our experienced Houston design defect lawyers help injury victims hold manufacturers accountable when unsafe product designs cause catastrophic injuries or death.We represent clients throughout Houston, Harris County, and across Texas in complex defective product lawsuits.
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Trusted Houston Product Liability Attorneys
- Board Certified in Personal Injury Trial Law (Texas Board of Legal Specialization)
- 25+ years of litigation experience
- Thousands of injury cases handled
- Millions recovered for Texas families
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“Gomez Law Firm handled my defective equipment case with professionalism and care. They explained every step and delivered results.” — Carlos M., Houston, TX
What Is a Design Defect Claim?
A design defect exists when a product is dangerous before it is ever manufactured, meaning the blueprint or concept itself makes the product unreasonably unsafe.
Unlike manufacturing defects (which occur due to mistakes during production), design defects affect every unit of the product.
Under Texas law, injured consumers can pursue compensation when:
- A safer alternative design existed
- The risk outweighed the benefits
- The defect directly caused injury
Common Products With Design Defects
Our Houston design defect attorneys handle claims involving:
- Vehicles prone to rollover accidents
- Defective airbags and seatbelts
- Power tools without safety guards
- Medical devices with flawed designs
- Children’s products with choking hazards
- Industrial machinery lacking emergency shutoffs
- Batteries that overheat or explode
- Consumer electronics with fire risks
Legal Elements of a Texas Design Defect Claim
To succeed, your attorney must prove:
1. The Product Was Defectively Designed
The design made the product unreasonably dangerous.
2. A Safer Alternative Design Existed
Another feasible design would have reduced or prevented injury.
3. The Defect Caused Your Injury
Medical records, product testing, and expert analysis establish causation.
4. You Suffered Damages
Medical bills, lost income, disability, or wrongful death.
Who Can Be Held Responsible?
Multiple parties may be liable:
- Product designers
- Manufacturers
- Parts suppliers
- Distributors
- Retailers
- Importers
We pursue every liable company to maximize compensation.
Compensation Available in Design Defect Lawsuits
Victims may recover damages for:
- Emergency & long-term medical care
- Lost wages and future earning capacity
- Pain and suffering
- Disfigurement or disability
- Mental anguish
- Wrongful death damages
We pursue every liable company to maximize compensation.
Real Case Results – Product Liability
- $2.4 million – Defective commercial tire design causing spinal cord injury (Harris County)
- $1.3 million – Medical device design failure requiring revision surgery
- $980,000 – Unsafe power tool amputation injury
- $750,000 – Child injured by dangerous toy design
What To Do After a Design Defect Injury
- Seek medical care immediately
- Preserve the product (do not alter or discard it)
- Photograph injuries and the product
- Keep packaging, receipts, and instructions
- Contact a Houston design defect lawyer
Texas generally allows 2 years to file a product liability claim.
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Why Choose Gomez Law Firm?
- Houston-based trial lawyers
- Deep experience in complex litigation
- Access to engineers & product safety experts
- Proven courtroom results
- Direct attorney communication
- No upfront fees
Serving Houston & Harris County
We proudly represent clients in:
- Downtown Houston
- Galleria / Uptown
- Katy
- Sugar Land
- Pearland
- Pasadena
- Cypress
- Spring
- Memorial
- The Woodlands
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
A design defect affects every product made, while a manufacturing defect affects only some units.
Yes — preserving the product is critical evidence.
Typically 2 years, but exceptions exist.
Recalls strengthen claims but are not required.
Nothing upfront. We only get paid if we win.
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