Asked by Miguel Santos on May 25, 2024
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Few obstacles to recovery in warranty cases present serious problems to plaintiffs in strict liability actions brought pursuant to Section 402A because this section was drafted largely to avoid such obstacles.
Strict Liability
A legal principle that holds parties responsible for damages or harm caused by their actions, without the need for proving negligence or fault.
Obstacles to Recovery
Factors or circumstances that hinder or prevent an individual or entity from recovering from a loss or injury.
Section 402A
A section of the Restatement (Second) of Torts that established the principle of strict liability for defective products, making manufacturers and sellers liable for damages caused by defective products.
- Familiarize with the requirements and impact of Section 402A of the Restatement of the Law of Torts in the context of product liability.
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Learning Objectives
- Familiarize with the requirements and impact of Section 402A of the Restatement of the Law of Torts in the context of product liability.
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