(Featured Case) Appeals court upheld a jury verdict against a vehicle manufacturer based on a finding that a door latch on a pickup was defective and a substantial factor in the death of the driver. Compliance with federal standards for door latches does not create a presumption that the vehicle was not defective.
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(Featured Case) Appeals court reversed a judgment against the maker of a television talk show that had resulted in the murder of one participant by another participant. In general, there is no duty to protect others against unreasonable risks of harm.
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