Under the Doctrine of Strict Product Liability, a Manufacturer Can

question 143

Multiple Choice

Under the doctrine of strict product liability, a manufacturer can be held liable

• A) even if when the product was introduced everyone agreed it was safe.
• B) only if the firm knowingly sold a hazardous product.
• C) only if the firm purposefully was negligent in the design or production of the product.
• D) only if the firm intentionally introduced a defective product.

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Definitions:

Exclusive Ownership

The right to use, manage, and dispose of property without interference from others, ensuring complete control over the asset.

Joint Tenancy

A form of co-ownership where parties own property equally with rights of survivorship, meaning if one owner dies, the other automatically inherits the deceased owner's share.

Easement

A right to cross or otherwise use someone else's land for a specified purpose.

Leasehold

A possessory interest, but not an ownership interest, transferred by contract (lease).