Q. What types of shoes are considered “toning shoes”?
A. There are numerous variations of toning shoes, but most feature a rocker-bottom sole, which makes maintaining balance harder. Manufacturers say walking in a toning shoe is similar to walking on an unstable surface, such as wobble board or soft sand. However, the instability of a toning shoe can create posture and gait problems, and increase the chance of a fall-related injury. Some of the more popular types of toning shoes, sandals and boots, include:
- Skechers Shape-ups toning shoes and boots
- Reebok EasyTone shoes and boots
- New Balance True Balance
- MBT Sport Walkers
- Chung Shi Balance Step Shoes
- Earth Exer-Trek sandals
- Trim Treads boots
- Finn Comfort sandals
- Puma Body Train Shoes
- RYKÄ Reform Shoes
- Z7 Atonement Shoes
- FitFlop toning sandals
- Other styles of toning shoes.
Q. I fell and injured myself while wearing a toning shoe. Can I collect compensation for my injuries?
A. If your injuries were directly related to the use of a toning shoe, you may be able to collect financial compensation. If you were not paying attention, tripped over an object and injured yourself, you will not be able to pursue compensation. Contact Estey Bomberger to learn if filing a claim is possible for you.
Q. What types of damages can I receive in a product liability claim?
A. Damages vary from case to case, and depend greatly on the severity and type of injury. Some of the more common types of damages awarded in a product liability claim, include medical expenses, physical therapy bills, lost wages from time away from work, permanent scars, psychological distress, physical pain and punitive damages.
Q. What is a product liability claim?
A. Consumers should be able to trust manufacturers to design, produce and market a safe product. When manufacturers fall short on their duty to keep consumers from harm, a consumer can file a product liability claim. Product liability is an area of law that holds designers, manufacturers, wholesalers and retailers accountable for injuries to consumers caused by the use of an unsafe product.
Q. How do I file a product liability claim?
A. If you decide to file a product liability claim, it is highly recommended you seek the counsel of a knowledgeable product liability lawyer. Defective product cases can be challenging to navigate and very expensive to prosecute. The law firm of Estey Bomberger has the expertise and resources needed to win a product liability case.
Q. Should I keep my toning shoes?
A. Yes. You should keep your toning shoes, the packaging they came in and any instructions they came with. You should also keep your sales receipt or any bill of sale. Your toning shoes will be needed as evidence in your product liability case.
Q. How much does it cost to hire a lawyer?
A. At Estey Bomberger, there are no up-front costs and no hidden fees. As always, you won’t have to pay any fees until we win compensation for your case. We also advance any funds necessary to prepare and try your case (if a fair settlement cannot be reached outside of court). If you would like an immediate consultation with one of our toning shoe injury lawyers, call toll-free at (800) 925-0723. Your consultation is free.