Product Liability & Consumer Protection

Strategic Representation for Manufacturers, Distributors, and Insured Businesses

When a consumer product is blamed for causing injury, illness, or death, the legal and financial risks to the company behind it can be immense. At Robinson & Lawing, LLP, we defend manufacturers, retailers, distributors, and insurers in product liability litigation across North Carolina. Our firm understands the complexity of these cases—from technical causation disputes to the reputational fallout that can follow a public claim.

We offer smart, strategic defense to companies facing claims involving alleged defects in design, manufacturing, or failure to warn.

We Defend Clients in Claims Involving:

• Alleged design defects that make a product inherently unsafe
• Manufacturing errors that depart from intended specifications
• Inadequate warnings or instructions for safe product use
• Medical devices, industrial machinery, consumer goods, and food products
• Negligence and breach of warranty claims

Our attorneys are experienced in defending both isolated claims and multiparty litigation involving complex supply chains and overlapping liability theories.

Protecting Insured Businesses and Product Lines

Robinson & Lawing is routinely retained by insurers, corporate counsel, and regional businesses to defend against high-stakes product liability claims. We understand the insurance coverage dynamics at play and work to protect policyholders while minimizing exposure and preserving brand integrity.

We also defend small and midsized businesses—especially those in manufacturing, distribution, or retail—who may be unfairly drawn into product claims due to their role in the commercial stream. Our team quickly assesses liability, investigates product history, and coordinates with experts to develop a strong defense strategy.

Technical Claims Demand Technical Expertise

Product liability cases often hinge on engineering principles, industry standards, and regulatory compliance. We work with a wide network of experts in product design, manufacturing, human factors, biomechanics, and labeling compliance to challenge causation, mitigate damages, or refute the existence of any actionable defect.

Our firm also knows how to manage the discovery process in these cases, protect proprietary information, and develop technical defenses that juries and judges can understand.

Leveraging Mediation and Litigation Strategy

While some product liability cases demand courtroom resolution, many can be successfully resolved through early mediation or negotiated settlement. Our attorneys are skilled at identifying when a cost-effective resolution is possible—and when the defense must take a firm stand at trial. With trained neutrals on our team, we approach mediation from a position of preparedness and strategic insight, often resolving claims before reputational damage or litigation costs escalate.

Why Choose Robinson & Lawing

Our firm offers deep experience in civil litigation and a strong track record of defending complex liability claims. We are respected by clients and courts alike for our professionalism, technical fluency, and ability to cut through the noise in high-stakes product cases. Whether defending a local business or a national brand, we deliver litigation strength backed by real-world practicality.

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If your company or insured business is facing a product liability claim in North Carolina, turn to Robinson & Lawing, LLP for trusted defense counsel. Contact us today to discuss your case with attorneys who understand what’s at stake—and how to protect it.