SCOTUS Won't Hear Remington's Appeal In Sandy Hook Lawsuit

The transcript discusses a lawsuit against Remington by families of Sandy Hook victims. The lawsuit claims Remington should not have sold the Bushmaster AR15 rifle used in the 2012 shooting and criticizes its marketing. Despite Remington's defense under federal law, the Connecticut Supreme Court allowed the lawsuit to proceed, and the U.S. Supreme Court declined to hear an appeal, allowing the case to move forward in a lower court.

What was the High Court's decision regarding Remington's appeal?

• The High Court decided to hear the appeal.

• The High Court refused to hear the appeal.

• The High Court ruled in favor of Remington.

• The High Court postponed the decision.

What was the main claim made by the plaintiffs in the lawsuit against Remington?

• Remington should have provided better customer service.

• Remington should have offered a refund for the rifle.

• Remington should have improved the rifle's design.

• Remington should not have sold the Bushmaster AR15 style rifle.

What was the weapon used in the Sandy Hook shooting?

• A sniper rifle

• A Bushmaster AR15 style rifle

• A shotgun

• A handgun

What was Remington's argument for being shielded from the lawsuit?

• Federal law protects gun makers from liability if products are purchased legally.

• The rifle was not marketed to the public.

• The rifle was purchased illegally.

• The rifle was not used in the shooting.

What did the Connecticut Supreme Court decide regarding the lawsuit?

• The lawsuit should be dismissed.

• The lawsuit should be settled out of court.

• The lawsuit could proceed due to an exemption in federal law.

• The lawsuit should be moved to a different state.