Assume that instead of cleaning a drain with the drain cleaner, Zhao had attempted to use the cleaner to remove a stubborn stain from his hands, causing extreme burns and loss of feeling in his fingers. Zhao sues the manufacturer for inadequate warnings, alleging that the product should have clearly stated that it was not for use on skin.

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Rodolfo Nash

11 December, 00:37

Assume that instead of cleaning a drain with the drain cleaner, Zhao had attempted to use the cleaner to remove a stubborn stain from his hands, causing extreme burns and loss of feeling in his fingers. Zhao sues the manufacturer for inadequate warnings, alleging that the product should have clearly stated that it was not for use on skin.

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Krista Stuart · Answer 1

A court would rule in Zhao's favor.

Explanation:

First of all, the court must first determine if Zhao's use of the cleaner was a foreseeable misuse of their product. Personally, if you see a bottle only labeled cleaner, it is possible to believe that it can be used to clean stains on your clothes or hands. A warning labeling that the cleaner was no suitable for hands could have prevented this accident. So, the cleaner manufacturer is liable for not putting a warning label.