A lawsuit involving a peanut butter manufacturer,which knowingly sold products it knew to be contaminated with poisonous bacteria from rat feces,is at trial.The court is satisfied,based on the evidence,of the manufacturer's pre-existing knowledge of the contamination.Having regard to the defendant's circumstances,how could you reasonably expect that the judge will find?

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Based on the evidence that the manufacturer knowingly sold contaminated products, it is likely that the judge will find the manufacturer completely liable for failing to act reasonably. There is no indication of an unreasonably exacting business standard or contributory negligence, and joint liability may not apply in this specific case.

A Lawsuit Involving a Peanut Butter Manufacturer,which Knowingly Sold Products