Larson & Son manufactured welders that frequently malfunctioned, setting clothing on fire and causing serious burns.Larson & Son sold all of its assets to Swenson Co., which continued to manufacture the Larson welder product line.Eighteen months after Swenson's purchase, one of Larson's customers sued Swenson for injuries caused by a welder purchased from Larson, one year prior to the purchase by Swenson.Under the circumstances, Swenson Co.:

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Swenson Co. could potentially be held liable under strict liability laws in some states, even though they did not manufacture the welder in question. The fact that they continued to manufacture the Larson product line and sold welders that could potentially cause harm may be enough to hold them responsible for any injuries caused. The existence of Larson & Son as a corporate entity would not necessarily absolve Swenson of liability.

Larson & Son Manufactured Welders That Frequently Malfunctioned, Setting Clothing