Question

Grass Green Company makes and sells hedge trimmers, which are designed to be safe if used properly. Hazel buys a Grass Green trimmer and lends it to her neighbor Izak. In his garage, Izak is using the trimmer as a prod to dislodge a box from a high shelf when the trimmer suddenly engages. Startled, Izak drops the trimmer, which swings around and cuts his leg. Izak files a product liability suit against Grass Green, on the ground of negligence. On what basis could the manufacturer prevail?​

Answer 1

Answer and explanation:

In the case Grass Green Company had been proven to manufacture defective hedge trimmers, the company would be liable for any injury caused to individuals buying the trimmer. However, as in Izak's case, if the buyer uses the trimmer for other purposes rather for what the product is made for, liability relies exclusively on the user.

Thus, Grass Green Company can prevail in a product liability suit on negligence knowing there is no failure in the design of the hedge trimmer used by Izak.