River Rock Company makes spas and hot tubs. Sterling files a product liability suit against River Rock, alleging a warning defect in one of its products. In deciding whether to hold the defendant liable, the court may take note that a manufacturer or seller has no duty to warn about risks that are
A) avoidable by an alternative design.
B) foreseeable.
C) contrary to the instructions for the use of the product.
D) obvious.

Question

River Rock Company makes spas and hot tubs. Sterling files a product liability suit against River Rock, alleging a warning defect in one of its products. In deciding whether to hold the defendant liable, the court may take note that a manufacturer or seller has no duty to warn about risks that are​
A) ​avoidable by an alternative design.
B) ​foreseeable.
C) ​contrary to the instructions for the use of the product.
D) ​obvious.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

A manufacturer or seller has no duty to warn about risks that are obvious.

River Rock Company Makes Spas and Hot Tubs