Fourth DCA Adopts Risk-Utility Test as the Standard for Some Design Defect Claims

Recently, the Florida Fourth District Court of Appeal opened the door to moving away from the consumer expectations test and adopting the risk-utility test for strict liability design defect claims involving complex products.  While the decision is limited, it is a significant move that could help pave the way for applying the risk-utility test......
By: Rumberger | Kirk

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