Medical Product Liability

/ˌmɛdɪkəl ˈprɒdʌkt laɪəˈbɪləti/

Definitions

  1. (n.) Legal liability imposed on manufacturers, distributors, or sellers for harm caused by defective or unsafe medical products.
    The patient filed a medical product liability claim after suffering complications from the faulty device.

Forms

  • medical product liability

Commentary

This term is specialized under product liability law, emphasizing harm from medical devices or pharmaceuticals, often involving strict liability principles.

This glossary is for general informational and educational purposes only. Definitions are jurisdiction-agnostic but reflect terminology and concepts primarily drawn from English and American legal traditions. Nothing herein constitutes legal advice or creates a lawyer-client relationship. Users should consult qualified counsel for advice on specific matters or jurisdictions.

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