Product Liability and Consumer Protection

What is the legal responsibility of the product manufacturer, product seller, or product service provider for selling a defective product that caused an injury to Advait while he was using a faulty kitchen appliance?

What challenges have consumers witnessed with the advent of new technology and e-commerce?

What must consumers show to hold a seller liable for a defective product?

• They were injured because of the faulty product.

• They signed a warranty.

• They purchased the product from a dealer.

• They altered the product.

What does privity of contract imply in product liability?

• Only the consumer who entered into the contract can claim.

• Any injured party can claim compensation.

• The seller is always liable.

• The manufacturer is not liable.

What is the significance of the case MacPherson v Buick Motor Co?

• It established the liability due to negligence.

• It reinforced privity of contract.

• It limited consumer rights.

• It had no impact on product liability.

What factors did the Court consider while making the manufacturer strictly liable for the products manufactured?

• Safety and durability

• Cost and marketing

• Design and manufacture

• All of the above

What is the burden of proof on the claimant as per Section 3 in product liability cases?

• To prove the defect

• To prove negligence

• To prove safety standards

• To prove damages

What is the main question regarding remoteness of damage in product liability?

• Is the damage foreseeable?

• Is there a reasonable nexus?

• Is the product defective?

• Is the manufacturer liable?

Against whom product liability action be claimed?

• Product Manufacturer

• Product Seller

• Service Providers

• Only option 1 & 2

• All of the above

What is the primary legal standard for determining if a product is defective?

• Consumer expectations test

• Manufacturer's intent

• Industry standards

• Cost of production