What is the legal standard for determining if a product is “unreasonably dangerous”?

The legal standard for determining whether or not a product is “unreasonably dangerous” in California is based on the theory of strict liability. This means that the manufacturer of a product is liable for any harm their product causes regardless of whether or not they were negligent. According to California Product Liability law, a product is considered “unreasonably dangerous” if it presents a danger or risk to the public that is greater than what a person would normally expect from that product. In order to be considered unreasonably dangerous, the product must create an unreasonable risk of harm to the public when used in the manner in which it was intended. This means that if a product was designed to be dangerous, such as a power saw, a court will not find the manufacturer liable if it harms the user. However, if the product was designed to be safe, and it causes harm, a court may find the manufacturer liable. Courts will look at whether or not the product is unreasonably dangerous in all aspects, including design, warnings, and instructions. If a product was designed in such a way that it posed a greater risk of harm than what a reasonable person would expect, a court may find it to be unreasonably dangerous. Manufacturers must take reasonable precautions to protect their customers from any dangers associated with their products. If a court finds that the manufacturer did not take these precautions, the product may be found to be unreasonably dangerous.

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What is the legal standard for determining if a product is “unreasonably dangerous”?

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