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Products liability law aims to protect consumers when products containing defects cause damage. Under this law, the manufacturers of the defective product are considered liable for any harm caused to consumers during their usage of the product. If you believe you might have a products liability case against a manufacturer, you should be aware of some of the key points and frequently asked questions regarding products liability law. An Overview Products liability claims are typically based on either negligence or strict liability. In order to receive damages, the plaintiff must prove that the manufacturer's product is defective. There are three types of product defects –design defects, manufacturing defects, and defects in marketing. Design defects are defects that are inherent to the product, existing before it is even manufactured. Manufacturing defects, on the other hand, occur during the construction and/or production phase. Defects in marketing involve improper product safety information. Products liability law is governed by tort law. There is no federal products liability law. However, most states have adopted Article 2 of the Uniform Commercial Code (UCC), which deals with the sale of goods. Continued... By Lindsay Rech