Published by A Florida man claims he sustained serious burns after his Galaxy Note 7 caught fire in his pocket, prompting him to initiate a products liability legal action against Samsung.
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What’s the Problem?
September 19, 2016 – According to the lawsuit, 28-year-old Jonathan Strobel was at Costco in Palm Beach Garden, Florida, a week ago when his Samsung Galaxy caught fire. Strobel suffered deep 2nd degree burns to his thigh, and 1st degree burns on his fingers after attempting to remove the smartphone from his pocket, according to the complaint.
Last month, Samsung announced that it was voluntarily recalling about 2.5 million Galaxy Note 7 phones [1] due to a potential battery defect that can result in fires. However, Strobel’s lawsuit claims that Samsung should have been faster to order a recall, and that the action should be mandatory instead of voluntary.
The complaint was filed against Samsung Electronics America and Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd., claiming the companies should’ve never brought the Galaxy Note 7 to market knowing there was a problem with the batteries that could cause a fire. Strobel is seeking compensation to pay for medical bills, future treatments and lost wages. He hopes to bring more attention to the Samsung Galaxy defect, and wants people to know others have been injured and that the device should have been recalled sooner.
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FAQs
Who can file a lawsuit related to Samsung Galaxy smartphones?
Individuals who experienced property damage, personal injuries, or significant financial losses due to defects in Samsung Galaxy smartphones can file a lawsuit. This includes users, purchasers, or anyone harmed by the device’s defects.
What must be proven to win a Samsung Galaxy lawsuit in Florida?
To win, plaintiffs must prove that the Samsung Galaxy smartphone had a defect, that this defect caused the injury or damage, and that the manufacturer was negligent in ensuring the product’s safety or providing adequate warnings.
Can I file an individual lawsuit instead of joining a class action in the Samsung Galaxy case?
Yes, you can file an individual lawsuit if you prefer not to join a class action. This might be beneficial if your case involves unique or severe circumstances.
Can I still join the lawsuit if my issues with a Samsung Galaxy smartphone were mild?
Yes, even if your issues were mild, you may still be eligible to join the lawsuit and seek compensation for any related costs and inconveniences.
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Do I Have a Samsung Galaxy Lawsuit?
The Product Liability Litigation Group at our law firm is an experienced team of trial lawyers that focus on the representation of plaintiffs in Samsung Galaxy lawsuits. We are handling individual litigation nationwide and currently accepting new burn injury cases in all 50 states.
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