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Since the Greenman v. Yuba Power Products case in 1963, strict liability has been a part of the U.S. product liability framework. Over the years, strict liability has been increasingly applied to marketing practices and institutions. This article reviews such developments and highlights the reasons for them.

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A Historical View of Strict Liability for Product-Related Injuries

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