Products Liability

Expansive Product Knowledge.
Sophisticated Attorneys.

With their expansive product knowledge and extensive experience, FMJ’s Products Liability group is able to handle cases effectively, efficiently, and with their client’s interests always at the forefront.

Products Liability

Product liability litigation involves high-stakes claims that can jeopardize an entire company if not handled correctly. This is precisely why it is important to engage sophisticated, knowledgeable, and veteran trial attorneys to handle these types of claims. The FMJ Products Liability group has served as regional and national counsel to multi-level international Fortune 500 companies in 30 states for over 40 years.

FMJ has represented these companies in various product liability matters, including preparation of warnings, execution of recalls, personal injury litigation, and wrongful death cases. Our litigation team works closely with engineers and risk managers – before, during, and after litigation. We represent product manufacturers in regard to a variety of products ranging from electrical and industrial products, to farm equipment and after-market automotive and boating products, in addition to aircraft and related components. This expansive product knowledge demonstrates the group’s ability to swiftly and meticulously analyze and understand the technicalities of any complex product.

FMJ’s attorneys have tried products liability cases both in Minnesota and throughout the country. Their expansive product knowledge and extensive experience mean they are able to handle cases effectively, efficiently, and with their client’s interests always at the forefront.

Products Liability Team

Products Liability Resources

March 2026

Appeals 101 – FMJ Law Podcast Episode 40

In this episode, Anna Swiecichowski and Adam Brown explain the fundamentals of the appellate process, including when a decision can be appealed, how appeals... Read more

January 2026

Jamie Briones Elected as Shareholder

Congratulations, Jamie! Read more

March 2024

Minnesota’s New “Right to Repair” Law

Jim Seifert analyzes this new law and discusses how manufacturers can protect their IP and protect against potential liability claims for incorrect repairs. Read more

August 2023

14 FMJ Attorneys Named to the 2024 Best Lawyers and Ones to Watch Lists!

We are proud to announce that 14 of our attorneys have been recognized in the 2024 editions of Best Lawyers in America® and Best... Read more

July 2023

16 FMJ Attorneys Named to the 2023 Super Lawyers and Rising Stars Lists!

We are proud to announce that 16 of our attorneys have been named to the 2023 Minnesota Super Lawyers and Rising Stars lists! Congratulations... Read more

January 2023

2022 Corporate Transactions Summary

Thank you for making 2022 another great year for FMJ’s Corporate and Business Practice Groups! Our Mergers & Acquisitions, Real Estate, Banking & Financial Institutions, and General... Read more

December 2022

Webinar January 19, 2023 – What to Expect When You are Sued

January 19, 2023: 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. Central Time – Please click here to register Join FMJ Attorneys Pat Rooney, Jamie Briones, and Brad... Read more

July 2022

Sixteen FMJ Attorneys Named to 2022 Super Lawyers and Rising Stars List

We are proud to announce that sixteen of our attorneys have been named 2022 Minnesota ‘Super Lawyers’ and ‘Rising Stars.’ Congratulations to our current... Read more

July 2022

CEO Corner | First 100 Days

The first 100 days of a presidential term tend to carry with it a lot of significance. It can give an indication of the... Read more

June 2022

Question and Answer: Bob Fafinski Discusses New Role as Chairman of the Board at FMJ

We announced last month that Heidi Carpenter will take hold of the reins as CEO on July 1, 2022, and that Bob Fafinski will... Read more

January 2021

FMJ’s New Office Space Featured in Minneapolis St. Paul Business Journal’s Cool Offices

Our newly renovated office space was featured in Minneapolis St. Paul Business Journal’s Cool Offices weekly feature. Our renovation was completed in May 2020... Read more

July 2020

Eleven FMJ Attorneys Named to 2020 Super Lawyers and Rising Stars Lists

We are proud to announce that eleven of our attorneys have been named 2020 Minnesota ‘Super Lawyers’ and ‘Rising Stars.’ Congratulations to our ranked... Read more

July 2019

FMJ Minnesota Super Lawyers 2019

We are proud to announce that 40% of our attorneys have been named 2019 Minnesota ‘Super Lawyers’ and ‘Rising Stars.’ Congratulations to our “Super... Read more

November 2018

FMJ Named Best of The Best by Southwest News Media

FMJ was chosen as the “Best Legal Firm” in Southwest News Media‘s Best of the Best Contest. This was the second year for Southwest... Read more

July 2018

Eleven FMJ Attorneys Named to 2018 Super Lawyers List

We are proud to announce that over 40% of our attorneys have been named 2018 Minnesota ‘Super Lawyers’ and ‘Rising Stars.’ Congratulations to our... Read more

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