What happens when the products we trust to keep our families safe turn deadly? 😔In this powerful episode, attorney Rusty Messer breaks down product liability law through one of the most heartbreaking cases in recent history—the IKEA Malm dresser tip-overs that killed multiple children, including 2-year-old Jozef Dudek. 💔You'll learn:✅ The 3 types of product defects that can form a lawsuit✅ What you need to prove to win a product liability case✅ Why IKEA's $46 million settlement (one of the largest wrongful death settlements for a child in U.S. history) was absolutely necessary✅ How 17.3 million recalled dressers remained in homes—and why only 3% were returned✅ What this means for YOUR rights as a consumerThis isn't just legal theory—it's about holding billion-dollar companies accountable when they choose profits over children's safety. 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦⚠️🎯Key Takeaway: Private lawsuits aren't just about compensation—they're essential for protecting future families when government oversight falls short.Got a defective product in your home? Learn how to protect your family and know your rights. 🏡✨📍 Big River Trial Attorneys | Baton Rouge, Louisiana⏰ Time limits apply—Louisiana gives you just 1 year to fileBig River Trial Attorneys4626 Sherwood Common Blvd.Suite 302Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70816(225) 725-6000www.BigRiverLaw.com#ProductLiability #ConsumerSafety #WrongfulDeath #PersonalInjury #bigrivertrialattorneys #Louisiana #AskRustyLaw #rustymesser #defectiveproduct #injurylawyer

⚖️ **Understanding Contingency Fees in Personal Injury Cases** ⚖️Ever wondered how personal injury lawyers get paid? 🤔 In this episode of the AskRustyLaw podcast, attorney Rusty Messer breaks down everything you need to know about contingency fees and what they mean for YOU as a client.💰 **What You'll Learn:**• How contingency fees differ from hourly rates and flat fees• The standard fee percentages: 33% (pre-lawsuit), 40% (lawsuit filed), 50% (appeal)• Why you only pay if you WIN 🎯• The difference between attorney fees and litigation costs• Real examples: what you actually take home from a $100,000 settlement• Why personal injury consultations are FREE (no risk to you!) ✅📊 **Real Numbers Breakdown:**We walk through actual settlement scenarios so you can see exactly how the money gets divided between attorney fees, costs, medical bills, and YOUR net recovery.🎙️ Hosted by Attorney Rusty Messer with Big River Trial Attorneys👉 Been injured in an accident? Have questions about your case? Call us for a FREE consultation—no upfront costs, no hourly fees, and you only pay if we win!⭐ If you found this helpful, please SUBSCRIBE, drop us a review, and share with anyone who needs to understand their legal rights!Big River Trial Attorneys4626 Sherwood Common Blvd., Ste 302Baton Rouge, LA 70816www.BigRiverLaw.com#PersonalInjury #ContingencyFee #LegalAdvice #InjuryLawyer #AskRustyLaw #KnowYourRights #CarAccident #LegalHelp, #RustyMesser, #bigriverlaw

Ever called your lawyer for an update and heard "we're still in discovery" and wondered what that even means? 🤔In this episode of AskRustyLaw, Attorney Rusty Messer from Big River Trial Attorneys breaks down the discovery process in plain English. If you've been injured in an accident and hired a lawyer, this is the behind-the-scenes work that's happening to build your case.What You'll Learn: 📚✅ What discovery really is (and why it's not just lawyers making extra work)✅ The 3 main types of discovery: Written Discovery, Depositions, and Subpoenas✅ Why cases can take months or even over a year to resolve✅ How interrogatories, requests for production, and requests for admissions work✅ What happens during a deposition and why you shouldn't be scared✅ How subpoenas can unlock crucial evidence✅ Why thorough discovery protects YOU and your caseTimestamps:Whether you're currently involved in a personal injury case or just want to understand how the legal system works, this episode gives you the insider knowledge you need. 💪Got legal questions? Drop them in the comments below! 👇🔔 Subscribe to AskRustyLaw for more legal insights that actually make sense.📞 Big River Trial Attorneys - Fighting for you when you need it most.#personalinjury #LegalAdvice #Discovery #LawsuitProcess #AskRustyLaw #Attorney #CarAccident #LegalEducation #KnowYourRights #bigrivertrialattorneys