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When Is a Product Legally Defective?
A plaintiff seeking recovery under a products liability (or “strict liability”) theory must prove that his or her injuries were caused by a defective product. The question, then, is “what makes a product defective?” Products liability law recognizes three types of legally actionable defects: — Design defects — Manufacturing defects — Warning defects Simply receiving… Read More »
“Strict Liability” for Product Defects
What is Strict Liability? “Strict liability” is a legal theory which holds defendants liable for injuries and damage caused by defective products. The term “strict liability” relates to the fact that liability attaches based on proof that the product: (a) was defective and (b) caused the damage or injury. Unlike some legal theories, such as… Read More »
