Product Liability lawyer
Product Liability and Professional Negligence in Bulgaria
When a product causes harm due to a defect, or when a professional fails to perform their duties with reasonable care, Bulgarian law provides strong protection for victims through product liability and professional negligence claims.
These areas of law are essential in safeguarding consumer rights and ensuring accountability across industries.
1. What Is Product Liability?
Product liability in Bulgaria refers to the legal responsibility of manufacturers, importers, or distributors for damages caused by defective products.
The liability arises when a product is unsafe, poorly designed, or lacks adequate instructions or warnings, leading to injury or property damage.
The legal framework for product liability in Bulgaria is based on:
The Obligations and Contracts Act – governing compensation for damages caused by defective products;
The Consumer Protection Act – establishing strict liability for producers and importers;
EU Directive 85/374/EEC – fully implemented into Bulgarian law, harmonising consumer rights and manufacturer obligations across the European Union.
A product may be considered defective if it does not provide the level of safety which a person is entitled to expect, taking into account its presentation, foreseeable use, and the time it was put into circulation.
Examples of product liability cases include:
Defective car parts leading to accidents;
Contaminated food or cosmetic products causing illness or injury;
Faulty electrical appliances resulting in fire or property damage;
Unsafe pharmaceuticals or medical devices.
Victims are entitled to compensation for physical, psychological, and financial damages, including loss of income and medical expenses.
2. Professional Negligence – Duty of Care and Liability
Professional negligence arises when a person or entity providing specialised services—such as a doctor, lawyer, engineer, or architect—fails to perform their duties with the standard of care expected in their profession, resulting in harm or loss.
Under Bulgarian law, professionals are obliged to exercise reasonable skill, diligence, and competence.
Failure to do so may lead to civil liability for damages caused to clients or third parties.
Typical examples include:
Medical malpractice or incorrect diagnosis;
Legal errors or missed procedural deadlines;
Engineering miscalculations causing structural failure;
Accounting errors leading to tax penalties or financial loss;
Negligent audits, valuations, or consulting advice.
The victim must prove that the professional owed a duty of care, breached that duty, and caused identifiable damage as a result.
3. How Claims Are Handled in Bulgaria
Both product liability and professional negligence claims can be pursued before Bulgarian civil courts.
Depending on the case, the process may include:
Expert assessments to establish causation or fault;
Insurance involvement, as most professionals and manufacturers are required to maintain liability insurance;
Negotiation and settlement, or full litigation if no agreement is reached.
Foreign companies and individuals may also file claims in Bulgaria if the damage occurred within Bulgarian territory or if the product or service was provided in Bulgaria.
4. Why Legal Assistance Matters
These cases are complex and often require technical expertise, forensic evidence, and cross-border legal coordination when EU regulations apply.
Our team at International Law Office D. Vladimirov & Partners provides comprehensive representation in all types of product liability and professional negligence disputes.
We assist clients by:
Investigating and documenting product or service defects;
Engaging qualified experts to establish causation;
Negotiating settlements or pursuing court proceedings;
Coordinating with insurers and foreign legal representatives;
Ensuring full compensation for financial and moral damages.
5. Our Experience and Approach
With extensive litigation experience across Bulgaria and the European Union, our law office has represented both claimants and defendants in complex product liability and professional negligence cases.
We combine legal precision with technical understanding to achieve effective, practical solutions.
We have handled cases involving:
International manufacturers and distributors;
Construction and engineering firms;
Financial and legal advisors;
Healthcare professionals and private clinics.
Our firm’s interdisciplinary team ensures that every claim is analysed from both legal and technical perspectives, providing our clients with a strong and well-documented case.
Contact Our Law Office
If you have suffered harm or financial loss due to a defective product or professional mistake, contact our experts today for a consultation.
📍 International Law Office D. Vladimirov & Partners
Sofia, Bulgaria | 🌐 https://lawyer-bulgaria.co.uk/product-liability-lawyer
📧 Email: office@lawyer-bulgaria.bg | ☎️ Phone: +359 8