Eric bought a new snowmobile from the North Pole Manufacturing Company.After buying the machine, Eric then modified the spark plugs and a few other things in order to soup it up.In February, just after a snowfall, Eric was driving the snowmobile, when it tipped over, trapping him beneath it.His leg was severely burned.Eric now wants to sue North Pole for strict liability in tort.Eric:

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Eric will likely lose the suit because he modified the snowmobile after purchasing it, which may have contributed to the accident, and therefore, North Pole cannot be held strictly liable for the damages. Additionally, assumption of risk may also apply since Eric willingly used the snowmobile knowing the risks involved. Horizontal privity is not relevant in this case as strict liability applies regardless of any direct relationship between the manufacturer and the user.

Eric Bought a New Snowmobile from the North Pole Manufacturing