Asked by Claire Fening on May 21, 2024
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Soda Bubbles Corporation makes soft drinks. Toby drinks a Soda beverage, which proves defective and injures him. One justification for holding Soda strictly liable for the harm caused to Toby is that
A) Soda is in a better position than Toby to bear the cost of her injury.
B) Toby is a consumer, not a corporation.
C) making products is an abnormally dangerous activity.
D) Soda and Toby are in privity.
Strictly Liable
A legal principle where an individual or organization is held responsible for damages or injuries caused by their actions or products, regardless of fault or intent.
Soft Drinks
Non-alcoholic beverage, typically carbonated, which includes sodas, colas, and other flavored and sweetened drinks.
- Comprehend the principle of strict liability and how it is applied.
Verified Answer
AA
AKHIL AKKIRAJUMay 27, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
Soda Bubbles Corporation, as the manufacturer, is in a better position to bear the cost of injuries caused by its defective products, often through insurance, spreading the cost over many products. This principle underlies strict liability in product liability cases, where manufacturers are held liable for harm caused by defective products regardless of fault.
Learning Objectives
- Comprehend the principle of strict liability and how it is applied.