Who can be held liable for a product defect?

In New Hampshire, anyone who manufactures, distributes, or sells a product can be held liable for a product defect that causes harm to another person. Product defects occur when a product does not meet the consumer’s expectations of safety and quality. In some cases, the product might be faulty due to a lack of necessary testing or a design flaw. Product liability laws are intended to protect consumers from any harm caused by a defective product. If a consumer is injured or a product causes property damage due to a product defect, they may be able to bring a lawsuit against the company that designed, manufactured, or sold the product. The company may be liable for negligence if they fail to exercise due care when creating or selling the product. Depending on the circumstances, the manufacturer, distributor, or retailer could be held liable for the damages caused. In the event of a product defect, the manufacturer may be responsible for reimbursing the consumer for any costs they incurred. This includes medical bills, lost wages, or any other costs associated with the defective product. Furthermore, they may be required to pay for any repairs needed to fix the product or any property damaged as a result. In New Hampshire, dangerous products law holds manufacturers, distributors, and sellers responsible for any harm caused by a product defect. Consumers who have been injured or suffered property damage due to a defect have the right to seek compensation. If successful, they may be able to recover costs associated with the injury or damage caused.

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