What is a “strict application of the law” defense to a product liability claim?

A “strict application of the law” defense is a defense used in product liability claims in California. This defense asserts that the product in question was in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations at the time of its manufacture or sale. To assert this defense, the defendant must show that the product complied with all applicable safety laws, including product safety standards and other applicable regulations, when it was made. Under the strict application of the law defense, the defendant will not be held liable for any injuries caused by a product that was in compliance with the law at the time of design, manufacture, or sale. This means that if a product was found to be in compliance with all applicable laws, the defendant will not be liable for resulting injuries. For example, if a product was found to be in compliance with all applicable safety laws when it was sold, and it is later found to be unsafe and causes injuries, the defendant will not be held liable for the injuries. This is because the product was in compliance with the law at the time of sale, and the defendant cannot be held responsible for future changes in the safety standards or regulations. The strict application of the law defense is an important tool in product liability cases. It can help defendants avoid liability in cases where their products were compliant with the applicable laws at the time of design, manufacture, or sale, but due to changes in safety standards or regulations have become dangerous.

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