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Defects in Design<\/h1>\n\n
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A design defect occurs when a product\u2019s inherent design makes it unreasonably dangerous, affecting all units of that product type. To prove liability, plaintiffs often must show that a safer, feasible, and economically viable alternative design existed that would not compromise the product\u2019s intended use.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n\n\n\n

Product liability cases involve plaintiffs who injure themselves while using a dangerous or defective product. There are three main types of product liability cases:<\/p>\n