In this module you have learned about express and implied warranties on products as well as what elements a plaintiff must prove in order to succeed in a products liability case. In this assignment, you will apply these rules to everyday products to determine what types of warranties are attached and if any product liability issues exist with that product. For this assignment, you need to do some research online. You will be investigating one product warranty and one of the Consumer Protection Acts you read about in the module reading. First, choose a product and review its warranty policy, as well as any liability cases that may exist.
1. Is there a stated warranty or is it an implied warranty? If it is stated, please provide a link to the warranty policy. If it is implied, how do you describe what the warranty is?
2. Have there been any product liability cases on the product you chose? If so, briefly describe the claims.
3. What would a plaintiff need to prove in order to bring a product liability claim?
4. Next, choose one of the Consumer Protection Acts that were noted in your text. Using outside sources, explain the purpose of the Consumer Protection Law you chose, who it protects, and how effective you think it is.
5. Do you think these laws increase or decrease a company’s liability