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Yes, you can sue for punitive damages in a product liability case, or any other injury case for that matter. If the victim presents clear and convincing evidence that the defendant intentionally disregarded a known risk, the court may award punitive damages. Punitive damages may also be available when a product contains a dangerous design… Continue reading Can You Sue for Punitive Damages in a Product Liability Case?

Product liability law, which is also known as strict liability law, applies when a dangerous or defective product causes injury. As outlined below, the product defect is usually a design or manufacturing defect. Also as outlined below, that defect must substantially cause injury in order for product liability law to apply. The rationale behind product… Continue reading What is Product Liability Law and When Does It Apply?