Jill DesJardines experiences a broken leg when one of the wheels on her new in-line skates falls off as she is skating. The manufacturer:

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The manufacturer is liable for a defective product. In this case, the defect was the wheel falling off, which caused Jill's injury. The manufacturer has a responsibility to ensure that their product is safe for its intended use, and a defect resulting in injury constitutes product liability. Option A is not valid as the assumption of risk defense only applies if the injured party was aware of and accepted the risks involved in the activity. Option B is not valid as disclaimers of liability are generally ineffective in cases of product liability.

Jill DesJardines Experiences a Broken Leg When One of the Wheels