Civil Litigation
Apr. 20, 2018
Using unusual theory, plaintiff wins trial over fatal fire
Under an uncommon application of strict product liability law, a Los Angeles County Superior Court jury has ruled that a landlord was responsible for furnishing a television that sparked a fatal 2012 apartment fire.
Under an uncommon application of strict product liability law, a Los Angeles County Superior Court jury has ruled that a landlord was responsible for furnishing a television that sparked a fatal 2012 apartment fire.
Plaintiff's counsel called the broad ruling a win for a housing issue that has been largely undeveloped in the courts, while defense attorneys said it leaves landlords vulnerable to how they conduct business.
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