Strict liability law is one theory that dominates state products liability statutes in many areas of the country. Under a strict liability legal theory, any person or company who designs, manufactures, produces, distributions, markets, and/or sells a defective product is automatically liable for any injuries or harm that occur to consumers as a result of the defects. The public policy underlying strict liability is that persons or companies who choose to potentially create a risk for the general public are personally responsible for any injuries that might occur. Plus, this lessens the burden on the injured consumer to prove his or her case. A strict liability law requires only that the consumer prove that the product was defective or unreasonably dangerous, and that his or her injury resulted from that product. Typical cases where strict liability law might apply are with regard to products liability, inherently dangerous activities involving explosives or chemicals, or pet owners' liability for the behavior of their animals.