Lawsuit!: reducing the risk of product liability for manufacturers

Addressing product liability concerns and laws both in the U.S. and internationally, this book helps manufacturers and engineers develop and implement proactive processes that can reduce liability concerns and potential lawsuits. It discusses preventive measures in the engineering, development, and manufacturing of products and explains the procedures and processes manufacturers must have in place to reduce the likelihood of liability—as well as to provide the best defense in case of a lawsuit. This is a premier resource for engineers, manufacturers, risk managers, and others concerned about product liability. INDICE: Preface. Dedication Page. Acknowledgements. Chapter 1. An Introduction to Product Liability. Chapter 2. Product Liability Around the World. Chapter 3. Product Liability Law. Chapter 4. New Product Introduction. More Effective Design Reviews. Chapter 5. New Product Introduction. Product Safety Reviews. Hazards Analysis. Risk Assessment. Chapter 6. Product Testing. Chapter 7. Warnings & Instructions. Chapter 8. Product Warranties. Chapter 9. Product Marketing. Chapter 10. Contracts. Purchase Orders. Agreements. Chapter 11. RecordsRetention & Dangerous Documents. Chapter 12. The Administrative Team. Chapter13. Post-Sale Duties to Warn & Recalls. Chapter 14. The Quality System. Incorporating Safeguards into the Procedures. Chapter 15. Claims and Investigating Incidents. Chapter 16. Entering Into Litigation. Index.

• ISBN: 978-0-470-17797-6
• Editorial: John Wiley & Sons
• Encuadernacion: Cartoné
• Páginas: 359
• Fecha Publicación: 17/02/2009
• Nº Volúmenes: 1
• Idioma: Inglés