Monat Global is a hair company that has released numerous products over the years Recently, some of its products have been linked to complaints of scalp irritation and hair loss in consumers. Customers have sent in excess of 500 combined complaints to the Better Business Bureau and the Food and Drug Administration has received nearly 200 reports of adverse or harmful events.
One of the primary complaints about the hair products is based on the ingredient Capixyl, which contains red clover, an herbal extract that has correlations with an increase in estrogen and an interference with the liver’s ability to process drugs and toxins. As a result, the herb can be dangerous to women who have had breast cancer and individuals who have suffered liver damage. There is no warning label for the ingredient, which, according to Monat, is due to its negligible amounts in the products. A higher amount, according to the company, would warrant a warning label, but in its current form, there is no need.
The company has openly admitted that, although all of its ingredients are natural and pure, there are some users who may suffer negative reactions to the product and should refrain from using it. Complaints against the company state that it uses chemicals and allergens and is deceiving customers.
There have been various lawsuits filed against Monat based on fraud and deception. If you wish to join a class action lawsuit or simply take legal action by yourself against the company, call our law group, Normandie Law Firm.
Product Defect
If you suffered hair loss or scalp damage because of Monat’s products, you could file a product liability lawsuit against the company. Businesses have a duty of care to their customers and should not sell any items that could potentially harm the customer, especially without the customer’s knowledge of potential risks.
Cosmetic companies should always ensure that their products are safe and do not cause negative health effects on consumers. If it is shown that the companies knew about the products do cause harm or if the company knew about the risks and did nothing to correct them, the business can be held liable for all ensuing damages.
To file a product liability claim, you must be able to show that the company made an error of some kind with the product. This can be in the form of a design defect, which occurred during the process of making the item; the team should have known that there were issues or that there would be problems in the future. It may be in the form of a manufacturing defect, which happened during the creation of the product; manufacturing defects usually occur in bunches or groups, and it can be a single batch that is affected instead of every other item. Lastly, it could be in the lack of a warning label or hazard notice present on the packaging of the item or on the item itself, especially if there are risks that are not apparent elsewhere.
Monat’s lack of a warning label on any packaging and their decision to infuse a potentially dangerous amount of red clover and other chemicals in their products can be ample grounds for a product liability lawsuit. Our team of lawyers will be glad to handle your case for you.
What To Do To File A Claim Against Monat
If you wish to file a product liability claim against Monat, you must make sure to complete the following steps. This will ensure that your claim has a good foundation and that you are not in danger of losing because of a lack of evidence. They are:
- Keep the item with you. If you return it, you will lose your most crucial piece of evidence. It will not be able to be tested or used to show the damage it caused. You should not try to receive a refund for the item by giving it back to the store or manufacturer.
- Do not tamper with the item, such as by taking the hair product out and placing it in another container. This can effectively ruin your chances with your case, as it is necessary that the product be as close to the original as possible. If you tamper with it, the representatives from the company can claim that you switched products or that you did not use the same item you claimed.
- Go to the doctor if you feel any injuries coming on, such as excessive scalp irritation, an allergic reaction, sickness, internal organ discomfort, and more. You should go to the hospital or get treatment as soon as you feel these symptoms; if there is a gap between the symptoms and the treatment, the representatives and insurance agents can claim that you were likely hurt elsewhere and you are simply trying to blame your damages on the product.
- Keep any receipts, proof of purchases, documents, and credit card statements showing that you legally purchased the item. If you do not have anything showing that you bought it, it can be more difficult to prove that you are owed compensation.
You should also acquire additional evidence to bolster your claim, such as photos of the damages, statements from others who saw the damage or who could attest to its effects, testimony from expert witnesses to clarify points about the ingredients or reactions, and more.
For more help, reach out to our product liability lawyers today. We can also help you file a claim for fraudulent activity or deception if you choose, especially since Monat has not listed all of the ingredients on its items and has not been sincere with its customers. Get in touch with our attorneys for more assistance starting a lawsuit.
Compensation from a Product Liability Claim
Victims of product liability claims can earn various kinds of compensation for their damages. We will see to it that you covered for the following:
- Medical expenses from the past and future
- Lost wages at work
- Property damage
- Pain and suffering
We will show that you were the victim of negligence by the company. If you choose to pursue a class action lawsuit, keep in mind that the collective settlement or verdict will be evenly distributed amongst all the plaintiffs. You may not end up with a sizeable settlement, but the amount of evidence against the company will be more overwhelming and more likely to result in a favorable outcome.
No matter what route you choose to take, we will be available to litigate your case for you and ensure that you are fully protected and treated fairly throughout. We will negotiate the maximum settlement available and will not stop until we are satisfied with the results.
How Normandie Helps
Normandie Law Firm is one of the most highly rated firms in the area, and our product liability lawyers have spent years litigating cases against companies and businesses. We know the best methods that are proven to win your case, and we will aggressively pursue your rightful restitution, even if it means going to court to fight for your rights.
Call us for a free legal consultation today and we will talk with you about your case, help you understand the finer points of product liability law and lawsuits, and tell you what we believe we can earn for you. If you want to hire us, we’ll give you our zero fee guarantee, which says that you won’t touch your own savings throughout the case to pay for our services. We’ll only get paid if we win and the money will come from the settlement we bring you, and if we lose, we don’t get paid at all.
To file a lawsuit against the hair care company Monat for damages you suffered from using their products, contact Normandie Law Firm today.
