Betty buys a lawnmower manufactured by FlatPlanes Inc. from Harvey's department store. A defect in the design of the blades causes the lawnmower to kick back on operation, injuring Betty. Which of the following remedial actions is Betty entitled to?

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Since the defect is in the design of the lawnmower, Betty can sue either Harvey's department store or FlatPlanes for strict liability. Strict liability means that the manufacturer or distributor is responsible for damages caused by a defective product, regardless of whether they were negligent or not. In this case, both the manufacturer and the retailer can be held responsible. Betty cannot sue Harvey's for negligence alone, as there is no indication of negligence on their part.

Betty Buys a Lawnmower Manufactured by FlatPlanes Inc