Product Liability

From construction equipment to household products to rocket launchpads, our depth and breadth of experience in forensic investigations related to product liability and injury cases is among the greatest in the industry. When a product breaks or malfunctions, we apply our robust expertise in material science, mechanics, biochemistry and manufacturing to determine the root cause and identify liability issues.

Why Choose Thornton Tomasetti?

Product failures can occur because of design flaws; manufacturing errors; inadequate testing, inspection or quality control; negligence; or unsatisfactory performance. Our multidisciplinary teams examine and test failure mechanisms, analyzing products at every stage of their life cycles. When disputes arise, we have the education, training and experience required to find clear answers to the most challenging questions. 

When clients’ projects are too complex for other firms, we get the job done right. We can answer critical questions in mechanics, chemistry, materials, fire and explosion, electrical and mechanical engineering, process engineering, software, and modeling across the consumer product landscape. And clients derive confidence from the transparency of our processes, as we walk them through every phase of the investigation. 

Research That Is Objective, Exhaustive & Tailored to Your Project
We know how to find the right answer. Our investigations are aimed at uncovering the truth, not supporting a particular interest or point of view. And because answers can be hidden under layers of potentially misleading information, we never use a “cookie cutter” approach or research template but treat every problem and case as unique. To uncover the real root cause of any product failure, our experts dig deep to unearth all the relevant data and apply a scientific approach to understanding the behavior of the materials and mechanisms involved.

What Are the Potential Outcomes of Our Investigations?
We provide detailed reports and expert testimony for mediation or trial. If we identify flaws or defects, our data can help you make educated decisions regarding design revisions or remediation plans. And our contribution doesn’t have to stop there. We can create professional visualizations to give clients, jurists and other stakeholders a clearer understanding of our findings. We can also help write safety documentation and assist with maintenance and inspection protocols.