What is a “strict products liability” claim?

A “strict products liability” claim is when a person is injured by a defective product and the person does not have to prove that the seller or manufacturer was negligent in order to collect damages. Under Tennessee law, a plaintiff must only show that the product that caused the injury was defective when it left the manufacturer or seller’s control. This means that the plaintiff does not have to show that the manufacturer or seller was aware of any possible defects that could make the product dangerous. Strict products liability claims may involve defective design of the product or failure to properly manufacture the product, or it could be a failure to warn the public about potential hazards associated with the product. In this case, the plaintiff would need to show that the product was unreasonably dangerous, and that the consumer would not have purchased the product if they were aware of the dangers. In Tennessee, a strict products liability claim must typically be filed within one year of the injury. This is an important deadline, so if you believe that a defective product caused you harm, it is important to speak with a lawyer as soon as possible.

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