What is a manufacturer's duty of care in defective products law?

In Arkansas, a manufacturer’s duty of care is the legal obligation they have to produce safe and reliable products, and to protect consumers from injury caused by using their products. Manufacturers must use reasonable care and caution when designing, producing, and marketing products to make sure they are safe for their intended use. Under Arkansas defective products law, manufacturers have a responsibility to be aware of any known, foreseeable risks associated with the product, warn consumers of these risks, and take measures to protect consumers from injury. This includes providing clear labeling and instructions on how to safely use the product. Also, should a manufacturer learn that a product has an unexpected defect or presents a new hazard that wasn’t known when it was manufactured or released to the market, they must alert the public, perform a recall, or possibly even redesign the product. By meeting their duty of care and taking steps to keep consumers safe, manufacturers help shield themselves from legal liability. If a manufacturer is found to have been negligent or careless in producing a product, it could result in a product liability lawsuit for damages or injuries caused by the defective product.

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