Product Liability

Served as lead counsel for a mining equipment manufacturer defending numerous novel product liability claims related to alleged hazardous submicron dust exposures.

Defended a commercial bakery equipment manufacturer against personal injury claims arising out of alleged design and manufacturing defects.

Represented a laptop manufacturer in a nationwide class action alleging that battery performance did not meet advertised specifications; obtained dismissal with prejudice of claims. Served as lead trial counsel in the United States and 3 foreign countries in a class action litigation relating to 5 million laptop computers, including defense of 28 U.S. class actions (consolidated into an MDL).

Represented a manufacturer of outdoor living products in a commercial and consumer defective product claim involving significant personal injuries and economic loss.

Oversaw United States and United Kingdom-based personal injury litigation for a Chinese state-owned enterprise and implemented training and risk management programs for engineers and salespeople.

Represented a manufacturer of hydroforming equipment in claims related to alleged deceptive sales practices and defective design.

Represented various manufacturers of consumer products, such as hair care products and aloe vera gel, in disputes regarding product labeling.

Handled several U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recalls for a variety of consumer product companies, including post-recall negotiations and settlement discussions with product manufacturers. Performed similar roles relating to NHTSA recalls.

Counseled and represented a variety of pharmaceutical and medical device companies, including a global pharmaceutical/biologic company facing public and regulatory scrutiny for its well-known biologic used aesthetically and therapeutically. Handled over 50 lawsuits as lead counsel, trying seven cases, five to verdict, with all but one ending in a positive result for the client.

Defended a recreational engine manufacturer against claims of breach of warranty, fraud, and violation of Florida's Deceptive Unfair Trade Practices Act.