Can I sue GE for a burn caused by a microwave?
I was burned by a GE microwave while cleaning it. I have a permanent burn on my arm measuring 3×2" from the metal housing around the light.
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Based on what you shared, a lawsuit can be filed. In a product-liability negligence claim you must show:
- Duty: GE owed a duty of reasonable care in design/manufacture/warnings (15 U.S.C. §§ 2051–2089).
- Breach: GE failed to use reasonable care.
- Causation: That breach caused your injury.
- Damages: You suffered harm (the burn, treatment, etc.).
If proven, you could recover. Let me know if you have follow-up questions.
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I was burned by a GE microwave while cleaning it. I have a permanent burn on my arm measuring 3×2" from the metal housing around the light.
I’m sorry to hear about your injury. Were you following the manufacturer’s instructions when cleaning the microwave?
Yes, the microwave was not in use. I have thermal readings showing the metal reached over 300°F.
Have you sought any medical treatment for the burn?
Yes, I did 10 days of oral antibiotics and 10 days of topical antibiotics.
Is there anything else the lawyer should know before I connect you?
Yes.
Thanks for reaching out. I understand how stressful this is and I’m here to help. How are you? Have you had any communication with the manufacturer (GE) about this incident?
No.
Based on what you shared, a lawsuit can be filed. In a product-liability negligence claim you must show:
- Duty: GE owed a duty of reasonable care in design/manufacture/warnings (15 U.S.C. §§ 2051–2089).
- Breach: GE failed to use reasonable care.
- Causation: That breach caused your injury.
- Damages: You suffered harm (the burn, treatment, etc.).
If proven, you could recover. Let me know if you have follow-up questions.
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