Castan y Lecca Group
Surely, at some point in your life you have been injured by a defective product and you have not known what to do. You may be able to find out what you can get back and what to do if you are injured in the future from a defective product. The team of attorneys at Castan & Lecca are experts in personal injury and can help you file a product liability lawsuit in Georgia’s civil court system. Don’t just navigate this complex legal system! We are by your side in every step you have to take.

What is a defective product

Although it seems rare to be harmed by a defective product, thousands of people are seriously injured each year. Defective products are at our fingertips. From unsafe medications and medical devices, to defective car parts, sporting goods or, what we think is more common, children’s toys.

We never know how insecure we are!

In the legal area, a defective product is understood to be any product that does not offer the legitimate security that we expect in its presentation or at the time of use. That is, when the defective product does not offer security like the other copies, the product is considered defective. There can be different types of defective product:
  • Manufacturing defects. Manufacturing defects arise when an error occurs in the manufacturing process of the product. The clearest example is when a lower quality rubber is used for the manufacture of a tire. This can lead to rapid rubber wear or tear and cause a serious accident.
  • Design flaw. The product has a prior design flaw. To prove that you were not at fault for the injuries, you must show by better design that this product could have prevented your injuries.
  • Information defect. Also known by the name of missing information, the product caused injuries by containing insufficient or inaccurate information about its use. To avoid that, it is necessary that the products provide a warning label of their potential dangers.
In addition, you can file a claim for damage to a product that caused injuries such as:
  • Burns
  • Lacerations
  • Suffocation
  • Electrocution
  • Poisoning

Type of compensation you can get for a defective product

As all products must have adequate security for their use and / or handling, manufacturers can only launch safe products on the market. In this way, if you were injured by a dangerous or defective product, you can obtain, with the help of an experienced product liability attorney, compensation for damages.

Economic Damages

Economic damages correspond to all those quantifiable financial losses caused by the product. At Castan & Lecca we have a team of professionals who can obtain monetary compensation that recovers:
  • Medical Costs: transportation to the hospital, visits to doctors and specialists, current and future medical bills (surgeries, rehabilitation)
  • Lost Income: includes all lost wages due to being away from work during the time injured. Also, in the event that you have lost the ability to work or your salary is reduced, you will receive additional compensation for your injuries.
All of these damages are always quantifiable and can be done before submitting an offer of compensation. However, there are other types of damages, such as non-financial ones, that you will need the help of an experienced personal injury attorney.

Non-Economic Damages

Non-economic damages correspond to all intangible losses. They are subjective and include:
  • Pain and suffering
  • Emotional problems
  • Scarring or disfigurement
  • Reduced quality of life
  • Loss of enjoyment of life

Punitive damages

Punitive damages are awarded as a means to punish the defendant. These damages are intended to prevent the negligent person from acting in the same way in the future. These damages are awarded when the courts decide that the compensatory damages are not enough to compensate the plaintiff for physical damage, pain and suffering.

Time to file a product liability claim

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The statute of limitation is the one that determines the time established to file an injury claim for a defective product. Each state has its own times, so you should not delay calling a knowledgeable attorney. If you don’t file your claim before the statute of limitations expires, the judge will almost certainly dismiss your case. It doesn’t matter if you have the best case and can earn high compensation. If time has passed, there is nothing that can be done. The best recommendation is to call an experienced personal injury attorney. At Castan & Lecca, we know the statute of limitation and can help you file a claim for damages. Let us help you, as you dedicate yourself to your recovery. We will never make a decision without first consulting with you what is best for your future.

Seek Reliable And Experienced Help

For many years, Castan & Lecca Attorneys have provided successful defense and quality representation for their clients. Not only because of their experience in litigation cases, but because they have a team of experts capable of testifying about the safety of a product. If you’ve been injured by a defective product and the negligence of its manufacturer, you need to call an Atlanta product liability attorney today. At Castan & Lecca we protect your rights and help you obtain the compensation you deserve for your injuries. Call us today for a free consultation and to evaluate your case. We are exceptional attorneys and we achieve superior results.
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Dustin Thompson

Attorney

Dustin Thompson was raised in rural Camilla, Georgia. Dustin graduated from Georgia Southern University majoring in political science and history. After graduation, Dustin obtained a law degree from Georgia State University College of Law in Atlanta. Before becoming a lawyer, Dustin worked a variety of jobs from a watermelon farm in Mitchell County to a policy think tank in Washington D.C. Dustin has practiced law almost exclusively in the workers’ compensation arena since 2014. For nearly a decade, he worked for a large defense firm in Georgia representing employers and insurers and gaining the invaluable experience and knowledge of how insurers defend claims. In 2023, Dustin joined the firm to use his expertise and litigation skills to help individuals who have been injured as a result of work accidents and third-party negligence.  Dustin has been repeatedly recognized by Best Lawyers: “Ones to Watch” in the practice of workers’ compensation. Outside of work, Dustin enjoys traveling, hunting, and attending sporting events. He and his family are active in Buckhead Church.

MICHAEL BOESCHEN

Attorney

Michael Boeschen (Mike) was born in Wichita, KS and raised in Chattanooga, TN. Mike graduated from The McCallie School and went on to study history, Spanish, and Latin American Studies at Southern Methodist University in Dallas, TX. After graduation, he went on to pursue a law degree from the University Of Georgia School Of Law. During law school, Mike participated in the Legal Aid Clinic, assisting in the defense of indigent criminal defendants. Mike has been licensed to practice law in Georgia since 2002 and his main practice area consists of representing injured workers as they navigate through the Georgia workers’ compensation system. Mike is also fluent in Spanish. In his spare time Mike enjoys following soccer, cooking, and spending time with his wife and two young daughters. Mike and his family are parishioners of the Holy Spirit Catholic Church in Sandy Springs, GA

CHRISTIAN PECONE

Attorney

ED DENKER

Attorney

Edward Denker was born in Philadelphia, PA but has made Georgia his home since 1999. He graduated from the Pennsylvania State University with a Bachelor’s degree in liberal arts. He then earned his Juris Doctorate from the University of Georgia. Edward spent his first years in practice representing clients in personal injury and wrongful death claims. He then spent more than a decade honing his litigation skills representing employers and insurers in workers’ compensation claims, where he gained immense experience and knowledge of how insurers defend those claims. In 2017, Edward returned to his passion of representing people who have been injured at work or through the negligence of others. When he isn’t working, Edward enjoys spending time with his wife and their two children. He is also an avid sports fan, and enjoys cooking and travel

ILIANA DOBREV

Attorney

Iliana Dobrev was born in Bulgaria. After high school, she immigrated to the United States to study law. She graduated magna cum laude from Georgia State University with a Bachelor’s in political science concentrating on pre-law and minoring in Spanish. In 2015, she graduated from Georgia State University College of Law. While in law school, Iliana completed a Graduate Research Assistantship in Labor and Employment Law and Employment Discrimination and two externships in Immigration Law. As an immigrant herself, Iliana is passionate about advocating for and defending immigrants. She is delighted to help families stay together and pursue the American dream. Iliana is a member of the American Immigration Lawyers Association and worked in both a fellowship and a firm specializing in immigration law. Iliana is fluent in Bulgarian and Spanish
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KEN THAXTON

Attorney

Ken Thaxton was born and raised in Roberta, GA. When Ken was a child, his father started a trucking business, which Ken ultimately spent over ten years working with through his late teens and twenties. Ken graduated from Houston County High School in Warner Robins, GA in 2001 with a 4.0 GPA. He then studied Business and Information Technology at Macon State College, ultimately graduating with a 4.0 GPA in 2004. After graduation, Ken continued to work with his father’s trucking company, and in late 2005, Ken and his father started an aircraft charter company, Southern Jet, Inc., under Part 135 of the Federal Aviation Regulations. Ken served as President of Southern Jet from 2006 until 2010, when he and his father sold the company. Ken is a Commercially Licensed Instrument, Multi-Engine Pilot. While serving as President of Southern Jet, Ken started Law School at the University of Georgia School of Law in 2009. Ken focused primarily on business and civil law, including Workers’ Compensation, while at UGA. He graduated Cum Laude and in the top 25% of his class from UGA Law in 2012. Ken is a licensed to practice law in the State of Georgia, and he is also a licensed neutral (mediator) in the State of Georgia. Ken represents small businesses in transactional matters and business conflicts, and he also represents injured workers and Plaintiffs injured in cases of negligence. During his spare time, Ken enjoys swimming, cycling, sporting clays, and fishing. He also does charity work with a national scholarship fund
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ALEXANDER LECCA

Attorney

Alexander Lecca (Alex) was born in Miami, Florida to immigrant parents from Cuba and Peru. Alex graduated from Coral Gables High School, where he was a recipient of the Elsa Glazer Award (given to students who graduate with a 3.5 GPA and above). He went on to study marketing at the University of Miami School of Business Administration. At the University of Miami he was also a member of the Pi Kappa Alpha fraternity. After graduation, he went on to pursue a law degree from St. Thomas University School of Law. In law school, Alex received several book awards and graduated Cum Laude. During law school Alex clerked for the Honorable Beth Bloom, had an internship with the Miami-Dade County Public Defender’s office, and clerked for a prestigious litigation law firm. Alex is licensed to practice law in both Georgia and Florida and handles workers’ compensation and personal injury cases. He is also a registered mediator with the Georgia Office of Dispute Resolution. Alex is also fluent in Spanish. During his spare time, Alex enjoys outdoor activities with his wife and four children. He also helps coach his children’s baseball, football, basketball, and soccer teams. Alex and his family are parishioners of St. Catherine of Siena Catholic Church

DANIEL CASTAN 

Attorney

Dan Castan is a senior partner at Castan and Lecca, PC in Buckhead and represents injured workers before the State Board of Workers’ Compensation and plaintiffs in State and Superior Courts of Georgia for injuries suffered in accidents. Dan litigated one of the seminal claims securing the rights of undocumented workers to receive Workers’ Compensation benefits in the state of Georgia when injured in the case of Wet Walls, Inc. vs. Ledesma. Dan has successfully fought and settled multi million dollar cases. He was born and raised in Newark, New Jersey to immigrant parents from Cuba. He received a Bachelor of Arts degree from Boston College and received his Juris Doctor from The Washington College of Law at The American University in Washington D.C.  Dan was admitted to the Georgia Bar in November, 1993.  He is an active member of the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, Georgia Trial Lawyers Association, Atlanta Bar Association and the Workers’ Compensation Section of the State Bar of Georgia. Dan is a founding member and Director of the Latino Victory Fund Georgia and serves on the Board of The Latin American Association. Dan has been dedicated to getting Latinos elected to local, state and Federal offices in Georgia. He has been a Big Brother through Big Brothers and Sisters of Metro Atlanta and a mentor through The Latin American Association’s mentor/mentee program. Dan is married with two children.