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RESPONSE TO EVASIVE ANSWER

Plaintiff Trial Lawyer Tips

Better answer: The committee is committed to safe design, safe manufacture, and clear communications on safe usage, but ultimately we cannot control the product once it is in the consumer’s hands. I would argue that a witness denying or evading an honest response to a fact the majority of the jurors believe is a gift to the cross examiner.

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DEALING WITH THE “ERROR OF JUDGMENT” DEFENSE IN MEDICAL MALPRACTICE CASES

Plaintiff Trial Lawyer Tips

When a manufacturer is told his drill press is dangerous because a safety guard is missing, he cannot defend the claim of the injured worker by arguing that in his judgment, no one would get hurt. Look at the occupations of the jurors and try to find analogies from their field.

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Mechanical Engineering Expert Witness Testimony Allowed

Expert Witness Blog

The plaintiff claims that he was injured while using a miter saw manufactured by the defendant and purchased from Home Depot. The defendants allege that Dr. Benedict is not qualified to offer an opinion about miter saw design and manufacture, product warnings and instructions. Home Depot USA, Inc.

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4 Strategies for Preventing and Handling Frivolous Lawsuits

Lawmatics

Consider these examples: A person sues a manufacturer claiming that their product caused improbable injuries or damage. By examining the legal merits of your case you can discourage your clients from pursuing baseless claims and reduce the burden you put on courts and defendants. In other words, they can be a royal pain in the ….

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No mean feet obtaining a discovery order – Manolo Blahnik Worldwide Limited v Estro Concept Pty Limited

IP Whiteboard

BGL and its subsidiaries ( BGL Group ), including Manolo Blahnik, manufacture, distribute and sell luxury shoes and accessories bearing the “MANOLO BLAHNIK” name and brand, which are sold in over 65 countries including Australia. In Australia, Manolo Blahnik owns a number of trade mark registrations including: Reg No.