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Outline
This introduction will give a brief overview on the general background to product liability in the United States. Some actions will involve both product liability issues to the extent of personal injuries and warranty claims for other aspects of damages including claims for defective products and losses resulting from defects, but the language of product liability tends to dominate the discussion because of the larger damage awards and potential liability associated with personal injury claims.
Unlike many other areas (securities, bankruptcy, for example), there is no body of federal product liability law in the United States. While there are many similarities from jurisdiction to jurisdiction, there is no guarantee that the legal analysis from one state will be the same as any other state. Each jurisdiction must be examined. Damage awards vary widely from state to state so “forum shopping” is common.
Applicable law
Detailed information
Frequently asked questions
Useful links
This site has been prepared by:
Daniel P. Gallagher, Jr., Esquire
Reed Smith LLP
435 Sixth Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15219-1886
Phone: 412-288-3018
Fax: 412-288-3063
E-mail: dgallagher@reedsmith.com
www.reedsmith.com
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