| Bioengineered Foods |
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| Biotechnology refers to scientific techniques that allow DNA to be modified. DNA is the genetic material of all living things.
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| Federal Hazardous Substances Act |
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| The Consumer Product Safety Commission (Commission), a federal regulatory agency, enforces the Federal Hazardous Substances Act (Act). The Act regulates hazardous substances. A hazardous substance means a substance that is toxic, corrosive, an irritant, or flammable and which can cause serious personal injury or illness when used. Pesticides and fuels are regulated by other federal agencies and do not fall within the definition of a hazardous substance. More... |
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| Toxic Shock Syndrome Litigation |
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| Toxic Shock Syndrome (TSS) is a serious, sometimes fatal disease, caused by a toxin produced by certain types of bacteria. TSS first emerged in the late 1970s and early 1980s. It showed up in women using highly absorbent menstrual tampons. The symptoms of the disease include high fever, a red rash, muscle ache, nausea, vomiting and/or diarrhea, seizures, headache, and organ failure. Studies by the Center for Disease Control and by several state health departments show that a statistically significant link exists between tampon use and TSS. Certain brands of super-absorbent tampons were withdrawn from the market in the 1980s. More... |
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| The Transportation Recall Enhancement, Accountability, and Documentation Act of 2000 |
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| The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration (NHTSA), a branch of the Department of Transportation (DOT), has adopted safety standards for motor vehicles and conducts safety research and development. Under the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act (Vehicle Safety Act), which was later repealed and reenacted as the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Authorization Act of 1991, vehicle manufacturers must notify the NHTSA and vehicle owners when the manufacturer learns (or should have learned) of any safety-related defects in its vehicles. The defects have to be repaired without charge to the owners. Safety-related defects are those that create an unreasonable risk of accidents. If the DOT Secretary finds a safety-related defect, administrative action can be taken ordering the manufacturer to take remedial action. Most motor vehicle recalls have been voluntary. More... |
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| The Role of an Expert Witness in a Products Liability Lawsuit |
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| Products liability is an area of law that deals with personal injuries and property damage caused by defective products. Products liability litigation is generally very complex. Although expert evidence is not required to prove a defect, the plaintiff (person suing) will generally call an expert in a products liability suit. The defendant (person being sued) also relies on expert testimony to prove that the product was not defective. More... |
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