As a personal injury lawyer in Ontario, I’ve seen the devastating effects that unsafe products can have on families. One such hidden danger is button or lithium ion batteries—those small, coin-sized batteries found in everyday household items like toys, remote controls, watches, and even greeting cards. While convenient for manufacturers, these batteries pose serious risks, particularly for young children.
Button batteries are attractive to curious children due to their small size and shiny appearance. However, when swallowed or inserted into the body, they can cause life-threatening injuries. Once inside, the battery can get lodged in the esophagus, where it reacts with saliva to create a corrosive chemical reaction. Within hours, this reaction can burn through tissue, leading to severe damage, internal bleeding, and even death.
The effects are often silent and rapid. Symptoms like coughing, vomiting, or discomfort may not immediately point to a swallowed battery, making it harder for parents or guardians to act in time. By the time a child is diagnosed, the damage may already be severe.
When these injuries occur, families are often left dealing with physical, emotional, and financial burdens. This is where a personal injury lawyer can provide critical support. We help families pursue legal action against manufacturers or retailers whose negligence contributed to the injury. Manufacturers have a duty to ensure their products are safe for use, especially by children, and they must include proper warnings or safety features to prevent these types of accidents.
If your child has been injured by a button battery, you may be entitled to compensation for medical expenses, pain and suffering, and long-term care.
In Ontario, product liability law allows injured victims to seek compensation if their injuries were caused by a defect in design, manufacturing, or lack of proper warnings. This legal framework ensures that consumers, including vulnerable children, are protected when products fail to meet safety standards.
At Gosai Law, we are committed to advocating for families affected by product-related injuries. Button batteries may seem insignificant, but the damage they cause can be profound. If your child has suffered due to a defective product, we are here to stand by your side and fight for the justice and compensation your family deserves.
By holding companies accountable, we not only help individual families recover but also push for safer products for all Canadians. Together, we can make our homes safer places for our children.
Contact us if you or a loved one has faced this type of injury and needs legal support. We offer free consultations to help you make the most informed decisions.
