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trapecia [35]
3 years ago
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MakerMan Manufacturing creates heavy-duty hand tools. It produces a new collapsible hammer called the SmackN’Stash. One of the f

irst purchasers of the hammer, Rob, is using it at a construction site when the hammer’s head flies off and injures his coworker Cliff. How does the concept of strict liability apply to this situation?
Business
1 answer:
never [62]3 years ago
5 0

Answer:

Anyone who is injured by a defective product may sue the manufacturer, merchants and all others who handled the product.

Explanation:

Strict liability is a legal doctrine that holds a person responsible for the damages or loss caused by his or her acts or omissions. In torts, strict liability is the doctrine that imposes liability on a party or person without a finding of fault. A finding of fault would be negligence or tortious intent.

Strict liability is an important factor in maintaining safety in high-risk environments by encouraging individuals, employers, and other parties to implement the means to prevent injuries and damages. Construction, manufacturing, and other potentially dangerous work settings are typically subject to strict liability.

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