20 Questions
What is the main feature of strict liability for defective products?
No need for a claimant to prove fault on the defendant
According to Lord Atkin, what duty does a manufacturer owe to the consumer?
Duty to take reasonable care in product preparation to prevent injury
According to the Consumer Protection Act 1987, who shall be liable for the damage caused by a defect in a product?
Producers, own-branders, importers, and suppliers
What does 'defect' represent as per the Consumer Protection Act 1987?
A main criterion for liability under the statute
Who would be considered a producer under the Consumer Protection Act 1987?
The person who facilitated or carried out an industrial process for the product
Under what circumstances would an importer be liable for damage under the Consumer Protection Act 1987?
If they imported the product into the UK and supplied it to another in the course of business
What is required for a supplier to be liable for damage under the Consumer Protection Act 1987?
To fail to comply with identifying persons who can be held accountable
Who qualifies as an 'own-brander' under the Consumer Protection Act 1987?
Any person who puts their name on the product or uses a distinguishing mark indicating they are the producer
In relation to a product, which activity could make a person eligible to be considered a producer?
Facilitating an industrial process essential to the product's characteristics
'Defect' is a crucial factor for establishing liability under which statute?
$S 2(1) of CPA$
'Substances, crops, attached to land'' are covered under which section of the Consumer Protection Act 1987?
$S 45$
What does 'safety' encompass according to the text?
Safety includes risks of death or personal injury in addition to damage to property
What is the test for defectiveness based on?
Legitimate expectations of the general public
In what situation can a product be considered defective based on the expected use?
When it is used in a manner different from what is expected
What type of defense involves compliance with statutory obligations according to the text?
Compliance with statutory obligation defense
Based on the text, when can damages be claimed under the Consumer Protection Act?
For property damage exceeding £275
What is the main consideration in determining whether a product is defective according to the text?
The legitimate expectations of the general public
'Warnings Drugs can be dangerous if wrong information about dosage is not provided.' What concept does this statement relate to?
'Instructions and warnings'
'Tesco Stores v Pollard EWCA 393' is an example cited in the text for which purpose?
Case Law
'Product may be defective because misuse was predictable.' This statement relates to which aspect of product safety?
Expected use
Learn about product liability, special liabilities for manufacturers, distributors, and retailers, strict liability for defective products, and the aims of allocating risk between manufacturers and consumers. Part I of the Consumer Protection Act 1987 implements the directive related to this topic.
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