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STRICT LIABILITY FOR SELLERS OF USED PRODUCTS ACCORDING TO THE MODIFICATIONS IN AMERICAN LAW

Document Type : Research Paper

Authors
Bijan Haji Azizi 1
Reza Tavakoli Nahad 2
1 Associate Professor of Private Law, Department of Law, Faculty of Humanities, Bu-Ali Sina University, Iran
2 PhD Candidate in Private Law, Faculty of Humanities, Bu-Ali Sina University, Iran
10.22059/jlq.2020.283858.1007242
Abstract
Strict liability relies on the goals including efficient allocation of resources, distribution of risk, deterrence and consumer expectations. These goals, generally speaking, cannot be realized because of the structural differences between new and used product markets. Naturally in used product markets, consumers expect lower price and quality. In addition to the existing conflict between the nature of this market and strict liability, it will not provide more secure goods. As a result, in the relationship between used product sellers and injured persons, the theory of negligence will provide greater social benefits unless the seller's conduct causes the expectation that the risk of used product is not higher than the new one.
Keywords
Strict liability
Used goods
Efficient allocation of resources
Distribution of risk
Deterrence
Consumer expectations

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Law Quarterly
Volume 50, Issue 1
Spring 2020
Pages 39-55