How does product liability law apply to products that are used for commercial purposes?

Product liability law applies to products used for commercial purposes in Washington in a similar way as it applies to products used for other purposes. Commercial products must meet the same standards of care, which means they must be reasonably safe when used as intended. This means that manufacturers of products used for commercial purposes must use reasonable care in the designing,manufacturing and labeling of products, including warnings. When products used for commercial purposes have been found to be defective due to the negligence of the manufacturer, the company may be held liable for any injuries or death caused by the product. This means, the company may be responsible for any damages or injuries caused by the product. In some cases, even if the manufacturer was not negligent, they may still be liable if their product caused the injury. Additionally, companies may be held liable for economic losses caused by defective products. This includes any costs associated with repairing or replacing the product, medical bills, lost wages, and any other losses related to the defective product. Products liability law also applies to products used for commercial purposes because it requires product manufacturers to provide a written warranty for their products. Product liability law is important for both consumers and companies alike to ensure that products used for commercial purposes are safe, and that a company is held accountable for any damages caused by a defective product.

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