| Common Elements of Products Liability Cases |
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| Products liability law covers personal injury and property damage that occurs when a defective product is used. There are several elements that are common to products liability cases. First, an injured person must prove that the product was defective or harmful. Second, it is necessary to show that the product was defective when it was purchased or delivered. Third, the injured person must show that the defective product caused the injury or accident. More... |
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| Food Contamination |
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| Foodborne illness is fairly common in the United States. The main cause of foodborne illness is the improper handling of food, which allows it to become contaminated by bacteria, parasites, fungi, or viruses. This can happen when the food is being manufactured or packaged. It can also occur at a restaurant where the food is being prepared and served. Under products liability law, a consumer who is injured as a result of eating contaminated food can take legal action to recover money damages for any injuries. More... |
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| FDA and the Recall Process |
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| The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is responsible for monitoring adverse product experiences. If a product is deemed defective by the FDA, the FDA is authorized to request that members of industries regulated by the FDA recall the product. The FDA is also authorized to mandate product recalls under certain circumstances. More... |
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| Intrauterine Device Litigation |
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| The intrauterine device (IUD) is a form of birth control that became popular in the 1960s. An IUD is a device that is inserted into a woman's body. It prevents a fertilized egg from implanting.More... |
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| Identifying and Evaluating Injury Claims Involving Drugs or Medical Devices |
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| Drug product liability lawsuits are usually based on the drug company's failure to warn of known (or likely) dangers in using a prescription drug or medical device. The first element that must be shown in a drug product liability lawsuit is causation. Did the drug or medical device cause the injury? The second question presented is whether the drug company provided adequate warnings about its product.
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