Strict Products Liability

Usually, when you are seeking to hold a company or another person liable or responsible for the injuries that you have suffered, you must prove that the other party was negligent or careless in some manner so as to cause your injuries. An example of this type of liability is in car accidents. If you wish to hold another driver responsible for your injuries, the burden of proof is on you to show that the other driver acted in a careless or negligent manner while driving, which was the proximate cause of your injuries. In strict products liability cases, however, the consumer typically does not bear this high of a burden of proof. A strict liability standard of proof requires only that the consumer show that he or she was injured by using the product. No matter whether the manufacturer of the product acted irresponsibly, carelessly, negligently, or not, the manufacturer is responsible for the injuries caused by the product.

Fast Facts

  • Every year, it is estimated that there are about 4,000 injuries associated with electrical extension cord usage.
  • In 2009, about 200,000 Fridgidaire and Kenmoore Smooth Top Ranges were recalled due to risk of fire hazard.

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  • What is Strict Product Liability?

    Strict liability is liability without proof of negligence or intentional wrongdoing.  A defendant’s liability ...
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  • Product Liability Overview

    Product liability torts cover the area of common law that allows for plaintiffs, also known as victims, to pur...
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  • Elements Required in a Product Liability Suit

    When a consumer buys a product they can expect it to meet certain ordinary expectations. If a manufacturer or ...
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    In the event that a product is found to be defective the supplier is considered liable under the law.  Manufac...
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  • Product Liability

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