Sometimes it's the fault of a product The burn injury that you have suffered may have been caused by a defective product. The law defines a defective product as one that is not designed or manufactured in a proper way. Under Federal and California law, if your injury involved a defective product, you may be able to receive compensation from the product's manufacturer or the retailer who sold the product. The burn survivor or a family member should seek consultation on the complicated law of Products Liability. NEGLIGENCE OF OTHERS The fault of other persons, in legal terms, is known as the negligence of others. Read More » COMPARATIVE FAULT Shared fault is called comparative fault in a court of law. Read More » WORKERS' COMPENSATION Injured on the job? There are additional benefits covering the burn survivor known as workers' compensation. Read More »