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Causation
If you find that the product is defective because it failed to provide a warning when one was reasonably required or because the warning was inadequate, then you will go on to consider the element of causation.
Secret warranties
In dealing with defects in autos & new car parts sometimes free repairs are not publicized, they are called "secret warranties." Some states have passed laws requiring vehicle owners be notified of secret warranties.
Service bulletin
Allows dealers to repair the problem at no cost to the customer even if the warranty has expired. A service bulletin notifies the dealer of the problem and how to resolve it.
Online Pharmacies
If an online pharmacy requires you to waive your legal rights in order to do business with it, reconsider your purchase. A waiver of liability should not be necessary to receive your drugs.
Manufacturing Defect
When one particular product out of many like products has a flaw that makes it unreasonably dangerous, it is said to have a manufacturing defect.
Marketing Defect
The failure to adequately warn of a potential risk of harm that is known or should have been known about a product or its foreseeable use.
US CPSC
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, they monitor products and issue recalls
Summary Judgment
In a civil action, any party may make this procedural motion, after the Discovery phase, to dispose of the suit before trial has begun.
Assumption of Risk
This means that you knew of the risks in using the product, but you decided to use the product anyway.
Express Warranties
Promises stated outright by the manufacturer or seller. They are usually in advertisements or on a product’s packaging.
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