Johanna Bukowski
1 month ago
Ed and Maggie have both been a pleasure to work with! They keep you up to date on your case, clearly explain the process and next steps along the way, respond quickly to any questions and always offer different options to discuss details (email, phone, text, Zoom, etc.). What I appreciate more than anything, is their genuine compassion and concern for you as a person. They both demonstrate true empathy for what is most likely one of the most unexpected and traumatic events in a person’s life and do everything they can to ensure justice is served. I highly recommend Collins Law!
Jeff Matticks
2 months ago
I became aware of Collins Law Group after I was involved in a motorcycle, several years ago. Since that time I have reached out to Ed Manzke, at Collins Law Group, for assistance in a couple of other areas. In each instance, I have found Ed and his team to be very helpful with great communication, keeping me informed every step along the way. Everyone who I have interacted with, at Collins Law Group, demonstrated that they are interested in building relationships so that you know who you can turn to for any of your legal needs.
Ella Folson
3 months ago
Chris and John were attentive and thorough to my needs throughout my entire case. I appreciate the all the time and effort they took. I will be recommending their services going forward to family and friends! Thank you so much for all your help!
J. Savv
3 months ago
Ed Manzke was very patient and kind with helping me and my sister with our mom’s case. He often took the time out his day to explain everything to ensure we understood what was going on. The law firm itself is organized making our whole process run smoothly. I appreciate Ed and his team.
Unique Morris
3 months ago
Ed Manzke was very informative, clear and honest when it came to my mother and father’s case. He took his time with all of my questions and concerns, making sure that no questions went unanswered and that there was no room for confusion with our case. I’m forever grateful for Ed and everyone at the law firm.
Nick Erlenbaugh
3 months ago
Collins Law was recommended to me after I was involved in an accident with a semi-truck. Amber Blevins was exceptional to work with. She is a total pro at what she does and made the process as easy as she could for me. Ed ensured I received the best outcome possible and exceeded my expectations. I would highly recommend this firm to anyone who might be shopping around for an attorney!
Dwayne Kurfirst
3 months ago
I want to take a moment to recognize John at Collins Law for the incredible work he did in helping my mom secure her settlement. It wasn’t a quick or easy process—it took time, patience, and persistence—but John stayed committed every step of the way. What stood out most was his professionalism, attention to detail, and genuine care for getting the best possible outcome. He kept us informed, navigated the complexities with confidence, and ultimately delivered results that truly made a difference for our family. If you’re looking for someone who will put in the work, stand by you through a long process, and follow through, I highly recommend John and the team at Collins Law.
Helen Montague
5 months ago
We are fortunate to have had the chance to work with John Risvold as he represented my brother in his case. Professional, personable and authentic in his manner, John kept us informed throughout the long process, and was always available to respond to my many questions. Having never been involved with a law suit, I really appreciated John's patience (especially since I am 1,000 miles away) and his genuine care for my brother's well being. We are forever grateful, John. Thank you.
Matthew Malone
6 months ago
I had an excellent experience being represented by Collins Law Firm. Ed Manzke and Amber Blevins were amazing to work with and truly helped me in my time of need. Both were extremely personable and knowledgeable throughout every step of the way. I would absolutely recommend them for anyone’s legal needs.
Ronnie Sanchez
6 months ago
I had an excellent experience with The Collins Law firm. Amber was extremely helpful, kind, and friendly throughout the entire process. She took the time to explain everything clearly whenever I didn’t understand something, which meant a lot to me. I truly felt supported and informed. I will absolutely seek Collin’s help again if I ever need legal assistance in the future. Thank you again :)
Maddie Scheele
6 months ago
I cannot say enough wonderful things about Ed Manzke and Amber Blevins. They are truly the best of the best. The efficiency and professionalism throughout the entire process of my case has been unmatched. What I really want to point out, though, is the empathy and compassion both Amber and Ed hold. That was the true difference maker. I knew they both prioritized my well-being and made that their number one priority. They represented me to their highest capabilities through every step of my case, and I cannot thank them and Collins Law Firm enough.
Leticia Pink
7 months ago
Ms. Maggie Galka is an experienced environmental (radon) attorney who prioritizes her clients' health and safety in her legal practice. She maintains thorough records and offers strategic advice while working with government agencies. Ms. Galka demonstrates key values such as integrity, expertise, respect, empathy, and compassion essential for positive outcomes. Her professionalism, follow-up and communication skills are excellent. Ms. Galka's guidance extends beyond legal issues, and the Collins Law Firm advocates strongly and effectively for clients. We sincerely thank Collins Law Firm, and in particular Ms. Galka, for helping our family reach a successful outcome and for their meaningful impact on our community. I strongly recommend Ms. Galka and Collins Law Firm as an outstanding legal firm.
Megan
7 months ago
I can’t say enough good things about John Risvold at The Collins Law Firm. From start to finish, John was professional, responsive, and incredibly knowledgeable. He took the time to explain everything clearly, kept me informed throughout the process, and always made me feel like my case truly mattered. His dedication, attention to detail, and genuine care made a stressful situation much easier to handle. John’s expertise and clear communication built a lot of trust, and I’m very grateful for his hard work. I would highly recommend John Risvold to anyone looking for a reliable and skilled attorney.
David Bretti
7 months ago
(Translated by Google) They are very responsible in what they do, they were able to resolve my case quickly and efficiently, I especially recommend Mr. Chris for always being in contact and being honest throughout the process 👏🏻 (Original) Son muy responsables en lo que hacen, pudieron resolver mi caso de forma rápida y eficaz, recomendando, especialmente el Se Chris por siempre estar en contacto y ser sincero en todo el proceso 👏🏻
Jas R.
7 months ago
Amber was very thorough, informative, and made this process very easy for me, which I greatly appreciated considering all the events that led up to this point. Justice isn’t always served, but working with Collin’s Law Firm really me feel that my injuries were tangibly worth something, and that to some degree, justice was served. Would highly recommend this law firm to anyone seeking out a personal injury firm/attorney.
Amy Ressen
8 months ago
I wana say a huge thank you to the Collin’s Law firm and Chris Gauthier for helping me with my Complicated case. They helped me put my life back together after a horrible incident that I didn’t think I could over come. Chris was always good about communicating and he made sure I got what I deserved! I highly recommend this law firm they were so kind and reassuring that things would work out. Thank you again for all the hard work and being there to help me through the process when I didn’t know where to turn to for help! Thanks again Chris and The Collin’s Law firm!
Lauren Dryanski
9 months ago
I had an exceptional experience with Collins Law Firm . A special thank you to Chris, my lawyer, and Patti, the legal assistant. They helped me navigate my car accident proceedings from start to finish, and I always felt like I was in great hands. Chris was incredibly knowledgeable, easy to talk to, and explained everything in a way I could understand. He always made sure I felt informed and supported, especially when it came to legal details I wouldn’t normally know. Patti was also wonderful—very helpful, communicative, and always made sure I had everything I needed throughout the process. I never once doubted this team. They made everything easy and stress-free. I would absolutely recommend Collins Law Firm to anyone in need of legal support!
Will Brooks
10 months ago
John brings impressive expertise and heartfelt dedication to every matter he handles. His thoughtful approach and clear communication make it easy to trust his advice, and it’s evident he is committed to fighting for what’s right with both professionalism and empathy. John’s balance of insightful expertise and warm, personal attention truly sets him apart.
Icela Hernandez
11 months ago
If ever needed. I will gladly go to the Collins law firm again. They were always quick to respond any questions. Happy to say case is closed and all went well .
Sharif Maadi
1 year ago
I’ve had the opportunity to co-counsel with John Risvold and he is a great attorney. He brings a high level of experience, strategic insight, and tenacity to every case. Truly an asset to the personal injury field. Rest assured, your case is in good hands with this firm
When a product you buy does not function properly or does not contain proper safety warnings, it could lead to serious injuries and even death. At Collins Law Group, we are dedicated to holding the manufacturers of defective products and the companies that sell them accountable for their actions.
Contact a defective product attorney from our law firm in Naperville, Illinois, if:
In situations like these, our experienced trial attorneys will take up your fight for the compensation you are entitled to receive. While the compensation we pursue will not make up for the loss of your health or the loss of a loved one, it can help ease the stress associated with overwhelming medical bills, lost wages, or funeral expenses.
Every year thousands of people are injured when a product they thought was safe turns out not to be. You may have a lawsuit if you have suffered due to a defective product in one of these categories or another product that has malfunctioned.
Dangerous drugs: Every year, millions of people in the U.S. are prescribed medication by their doctor to treat a multitude of medical conditions. The manufacturers of these drugs have an obligation to conduct tests to determine the safety of those drugs and to warn the public of any risks and side effects. When this is not done, people are put at risk and the manufacturers open themselves up to lawsuits. In recent years, many common medications such as Zantac, Ozempic and Wegovy, Elmiron, Valsartan, and Zostavax—among others--have come under fire for failing to warn patients of serious complications or cancer-causing ingredients in their formulations. For more detailed information on the dangers of specific drugs, look here or contact a defective product attorney from our law firm:
Defective medical devices: There are many medical devices that can save lives or better people’s health. However, if these products are defective, they can lead to serious injuries and even death. Sometimes, these injuries become the basis for a product liability lawsuit, which is when it is a good idea to contact a defective product attorney from our law firm. Defibrillators, stents, and surgical staplers have all had medical and legal problems in recent years. More recently, multiple lawsuits have been filed against the manufacturers of the following medical devices for injuries and illness associated with the products:
Defective children’s products: These are products marketed for use with infants and children, such as toys, highchairs, or cribs, that have the potential to harm babies and small children. These defective products can be classified into three types: products with a dangerous design, products sold without adequate warnings, and products with defective assembly or construction. Recent examples of defective children’s product include the Boppy Loungers, Graco Inclined Sleepers and Fisher-Price Rock 'N Play inclined sleepers all of which were recalled due to suffocation risks.
Defective cars and vehicle components: In this fast-paced world of ours, most Americans spend some portion of every day in their cars. This is why it is so important for car makers and auto component manufacturers to make sure that their products are as safe as they can possibly be. Unfortunately, these companies sometimes decide to put profits over people’s safety and fail to correct defects or add safety equipment that could save lives, after calculating that the changes would be too costly. The results can be catastrophic. Defective airbags, tires, and gas tanks have all lead to unnecessary injuries and deaths.
A defective product claim, also called a product liability claim, arises when a product that is unreasonably dangerous — because of a design defect, a manufacturing defect, or a failure to provide adequate warnings — injures someone using it as intended. The manufacturer, and sometimes the distributor or seller, can be held responsible for the resulting injuries.
We handle injuries caused by dangerous drugs, defective medical devices (such as implants, staplers, defibrillators, and contraceptive devices), unsafe children's products, and defective vehicle components such as airbags, tires, and gas tanks. If a product you bought malfunctioned and caused a serious injury, you may have a claim.
Depending on the defect, liability can fall on the product's manufacturer, the maker of a defective component part, the distributor, or the retailer that sold it. In Illinois, these parties can be held responsible when an unreasonably dangerous product causes injury, even without proof of negligence, under strict product liability.
In most cases, Illinois gives you two years from the date of injury to file a personal injury product liability lawsuit, and there is also a longer statute of repose that can bar claims a set number of years after the product was first sold. Because these deadlines are strict and fact-specific, you should speak with an attorney as soon as possible.
Every case is different. The value depends on the severity of your injuries, your past and future medical expenses, lost income, the degree of the defendant's misconduct, and the available insurance or corporate assets. Collins Law Group has recovered more than $100 million in compensation for injured clients.
Yes. Product liability cases are complex and usually require expert analysis to prove the defect, and you will likely be facing well-funded corporate defense lawyers. An experienced product liability attorney can level the playing field, prove how the product failed, and pursue full compensation. Collins Law Group offers free consultations and works on a contingency fee basis — you pay nothing unless we win.
In this area of personal injury, you will likely be facing off against high-powered corporate counsel and skilled trial attorneys. Our defective product attorneys can level the playing field.
We have the knowledge, skill, experience, and resources that many large law firms enjoy. Additionally, we have a broad network of experts that we can work with to strengthen your case. We will be able to determine if a product was manufactured incorrectly, unnecessarily putting your health and life in danger.
Our track record as personal injury lawyers — we have recovered more than $100 million in compensation for our clients — speaks for itself. When you are pursuing the compensation and medical care that you need to move on with your life, you should obtain the best possible legal representation.
Contact Collins Law Group at (630) 527-1595 to schedule a free consultation with a defective product attorney at one of the Chicago area's premier personal injury law firms.
