Holding Defective Product Manufacturers Accountable Across New Orleans. 

  • Manufacturer Defects Exposed 
  • Distribution Chain Liability Pursued 
  • Design and Warning Failures Documented 
  • Technical Expert Analysis Applied
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How We Handle Your Product Liability Case?

We move quickly, build thoroughly, and pursue every responsible party without compromise.

01

Product Secured

We immediately preserve the defective product, its packaging, and all related documentation before the manufacturer can take possession and control the narrative. 

02

Defect Established

Our engineering and safety experts classify the defect precisely, whether in design, production, or labeling, and build an airtight technical record of how it caused your specific injuries. 

03

Every Party Pursued

We pursue every liable party across the full distribution chain simultaneously and take your case to trial if any party refuses to offer fair and complete compensation. 

How much do you believe your claim is worth?

Average settlement without an attorney
In the state of Louisiana (add source here)

$18,200

Average settlement with a PI attorney
4.4× your estimate (add source here)

$80,080

Average settlement with a COSSE PI attorney
8× your estimate (add source here)

$91,000
Working alone
$18,200
in hand after fees
No attorney
With a PI attorney
$53,389
($26,695/yr est.)
After attorney fees
With COSSE
$60,670
($30,335/yr est.)
After COSSE fees
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In Their Words

Real clients share their experience.

5 Steps to Take After a New Orleans Product Liability Injury

Preserving the defective product and following these five steps in New Orleans can make or break a product liability claim.

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Document
Report
Treat
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Reasons Why New Orleans Clients Choose Cossé for Product Liability Cases

Our legal team brings the expertise and resources that corporate defendants respect and jury's trust.

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Technical Expert Network 

We work with product engineers, industrial safety specialists, and medical experts who analyze defective products and deliver the technical testimony these cases require to succeed.

Deep LPLA Knowledge 

Louisiana's Products Liability Act creates specific legal pathways for defect claims. Our attorneys know exactly how to apply these standards to build the strongest possible case for your recovery. 

Manufacturers Do Not Intimidate Us 

We have pursued large corporations and national manufacturers throughout Louisiana and built every case with the preparation and strength that gets results against well-resourced defendants. 

Accidents

The Cossé Law Firm Approach to New Orleans Product Liability

Best-in-Class Experts

New Orleans product liability is won on expert testimony. We retain the best engineers and scientists available.

Medical Devices & Drugs

Failed medical device or dangerous drug in New Orleans? We navigate FDA frameworks and overcome preemption defenses.

Multi-Defendant Strategy

Multiple defendants in New Orleans? We pursue every one simultaneously to maximize your total recovery.

MDL vs. Individual Suits

MDL consolidation doesn't always help serious New Orleans injury clients. We evaluate whether individual suits pay more.

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- Cosse Chip
Managing Partner

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Benefits of Hiring a Product Liability Lawyer in New Orleans

Understanding your legal rights after a product injury is the first step toward holding the right people accountable.

Defects Fully Classified 

Establishing whether a product failed in design, manufacturing, or labeling requires specialized technical analysis. We work with engineering experts who identify the exact nature of the defect and document it with precision.

Distribution Chain Pursued 

Liability extends beyond the original manufacturer to distributors and retailers. We identify every party in the chain of distribution that shares responsibility for putting a dangerous product in your hands.

Product Evidence Preserved 

The defective product itself is your most critical piece of evidence. We act immediately to secure and preserve it before the manufacturer can take possession and shape the investigation in their favor. 

Recall History Investigated 

Prior to consumer complaints, safety investigations, and recall histories reveal what a manufacturer knew and when they knew it. This evidence is central to proving they failed their duty to protect consumers. 

Warning Failures Documented 

Manufacturers are legally required to warn consumers of known product risks. When they fail to do so adequately, failure alone establishes a direct basis for liability. 

LPLA Standards Applied 

Louisiana's Products Liability Act sets specific legal standards for defect claims. Our attorneys know exactly how to build cases that meet and exceed those standards in Louisiana courts. 

When a product fails and you pay the price, the manufacturer needs to be held accountable. 

Whether it was a defective vehicle part, faulty medical device, or a consumer product that caused serious harm, being injured by something you had every reason to trust is a deeply unsettling experience.  

At Cossé Law Firm, we hold manufacturers, distributors, and retailers accountable for the harm their products cause. Our attorneys have the experience and resources to take on large corporations and fight for the full compensation you deserve. 

Cossé Law Firm Holds Negligent Manufacturers Accountable in New Orleans

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Our Product Liability Legal Services in New Orleans, LA

Every defective product case is different. We handle each one with the specific technical and legal expertise it demands.

Defective Vehicle Parts 

Faulty brakes, airbag failures, and steering defects cause devastating crashes on New Orleans roads. Our attorneys pursue manufacturers directly for injuries caused by defective auto components. These cases often run alongside auto accident claims when driver negligence and product defects both contribute to a crash.

Medical Device Failures 

Defective implants, surgical tools, and medical devices cause serious harm to patients who trust them. Our product liability injury lawyers build technically rigorous cases against device manufacturers. 

Dangerous Consumer Products 

Household appliances, children's toys, and everyday consumer goods that are injured due to design or manufacturing failures are fully actionable. We hold every party in the supply chain accountable. 

Industrial Equipment Defects 

Defective machinery causes catastrophic workplace injuries. When faulty industrial equipment contributes to a serious incident, our attorneys work in close coordination with our fire and explosion injury team to pursue every available claim. 

Toxic Product Exposure 

Food contamination, dangerous pharmaceuticals, and toxic chemical exposure cause lasting health consequences. We pursue full compensation for every documented injury arising from toxic or contaminated products

Inadequate Warning Cases 

When a manufacturer knew about product risks and failed to warn consumers clearly, that failure is a standalone basis for a liability claim. We document warning deficiencies thoroughly and make them a central pillar of your case.

The Right Firm for Maximum Results

Insurance companies know Cosse Law Firm — and they know we don't settle for less than you deserve. With over 25 years fighting for Louisiana injury victims, we've recovered millions that insurers tried to keep. Every case. Every client. Every dollar.

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See Our Victories
Auto Accident, 4x what was offered
$75,000
insurance offer
$331,149.82
verdict
New Orleans
Auto Accident, 4x what was offered
$75,000
insurance offer
$331,149.82
verdict
New Orleans
Auto Accident, 4x what was offered
$75,000
insurance offer
$331,149.82
verdict
New Orleans

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Can I file a product liability claim in New Orleans if I no longer have the defective product?

Yes, but acting quickly is critical. Purchase records, photographs, medical documentation, and similar product samples to support your claim. The sooner you contact an attorney, the better your chances of locating the evidence needed to build a strong case. 

Can a product liability lawyer in New Orleans file a claim against a retailer who simply sold the product?

Yes. Under Louisiana's Products Liability Act, every party in the distribution chain, including retailers, can be held liable for injuries caused by a defective product. You do not need to prove the retailer knew about the defect. Their role in placing the product into the stream of commerce is sufficient to establish liability. 

Does modifying a product after purchase affect a product liability injury claim in New Orleans?

It depends. If the modification was significant and contributed to the injury, it may affect your claim. If the modification was minor or unrelated to the defect that caused your injury, your right to pursue full compensation remains intact. 

Can multiple people be injured by the same product file claims together in New Orleans?

Yes. Individual claims can be filed separately or consolidated depending on circumstances. Class action litigation is also possible when widespread harm stems from the same product defect. Your attorney will advise on the most effective legal strategy based on the product and the nature of the injuries involved. 

How does Louisiana's product liability law differ from those of other states?

Louisiana follows the Louisiana Products Liability Act, which defines four specific liability categories - design defects, manufacturing defects, inadequate warnings, and breach of warranty. Unlike most states that rely on common law, the LPLA creates a strict statutory framework that governs every defective product claim filed in Louisiana courts.

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You should not bear the cost of someone else's dangerous product. Our New Orleans product liability attorneys are ready to hold every responsible party accountable.

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