State Farm Sues Amazon Over Defective Vape Battery
State Farm Sues Amazon Over Defective Vape Battery

In 2016, William Foley’s home nearly burned to the ground after a defective vape battery caught fire. Foley’s State Farm insurance policy paid more than $400,000 for repairs and expenses related to the fire. Now, State Farm is trying to recoup that cost from LG, the maker of the defective battery, and Amazon, the retailer that sold it to Foley.

This is not the first time a company has tried to hold Amazon liable for defective products sold on its website. However, no one has yet won such a lawsuit. The consensus seems to be that Amazon does not fit the definition of a seller and is not liable for products sold on its website. Several of those lawsuits are currently being heard in appellate court, so that consensus could still change.

State Farm’s claim against LG and Amazon states that the companies failed to take proper care in the design, manufacturing and distribution of the vape batteries. The suit was filed in California Superior Court in Los Angeles County, but was removed to federal district court.

“It will be interesting to see how the court handles the issue of defective products being sold by an online retailer,” said Attorney Walter Clark, founder of Walter Clark Legal Group.

Our firm has been handling personal injury cases throughout the California Low Desert and High Desert communities for over 30 years. With a 95% success rate, the California personal injury attorneys at Walter Clark Legal Group will fight to hold those responsible for your loss accountable and win compensation to cover medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering. If you have been injured by a defective product and want to discuss your legal options, contact us today for a free consultation with an experienced personal injury lawyer. We have offices in Indio, Rancho Mirage, Victorville, El Centro, and Yucca Valley, and represent clients through the entire California Low Desert and High Desert communities.

DISCLAIMER: The Walter Clark Legal Group blog is intended for general information purposes only and is not intended as legal or medical advice. References to laws are based on general legal practices and vary by location. Information reported comes from secondary news sources. We do handle these types of cases, but whether or not the individuals and/or loved ones involved in these accidents choose to be represented by a law firm is a personal choice we respect. Should you find any of the information incorrect, we welcome you to contact us with corrections.

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