Index
Product Liability Directive (85/374/EEC)
Summary
Establishes the principle of strict liability for producers when a defective product causes injury or property damage to a consumer.
Rights & Rules
- 01.Right to claim compensation without proving the manufacturer was negligent
- 02.Right to sue for damages caused by a product's lack of safety
- 03.Right to seek redress from the importer if the producer is outside the EU
Penalties
- 01.Producers are liable for the full cost of damages to private property
- 02.Liability for all personal injuries caused by the defect
Verified Citations
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