The Burden of Responsibility for Product Performance Has Shifted to the Producer

question 36

Multiple Choice

The burden of responsibility for product performance has shifted to the producer, under the legal doctrine of:

• A) Strict liability.
• B) Product liability.
• C) Consumer liability.
• D) Supplier liability.

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Definitions:

Negotiation

The process of discussing terms between parties to reach a mutual agreement or resolve differences.

Arbitration

A method of dispute resolution where an impartial third party, called an arbitrator, makes a decision to resolve a dispute outside of court.

Private Civil Trial

Trials run according to the same rules of procedure and evidence as trials run under the official auspices of the court. In a private trial, the parties can hold the trial when and where they choose, and they can choose the judge. Lengthy civil cases are well-suited to this approach.

Retired Judge

A former judge who has ended their official career on the bench but may still perform certain judicial duties on a temporary or part-time basis.