What is “implied warranty of merchantability”?

In Washington, "implied warranty of merchantability" is a type of products liability law. This warranty means that when a person purchases a product they can expect it to be of reasonable quality and be fit for the purpose it was intended to be used for. This warranty implies that the product should be free from defects, can be used or sold as it is advertised, and that it should be of satisfactory quality. The implied warranty of merchantability includes all of the parts and components of a product, the materials that were used to create it, and the product’s ability to be used in its intended purpose. If there are any damages or problems with the product, then the seller is responsible for providing a remedy. This includes repairs, replacement, or any other form of compensation that is agreed upon. The implied warranty of merchantability does not cover normal wear and tear or damages that were caused by a person’s misuse of the product. However, if a product is defective and a person is injured because of the defect, then the seller could be held liable for the damages. It is important to note that the implied warranty of merchantability is not the same as an express warranty, which is a warranty that is written into the agreement between the buyer and seller.

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