Does Product Liability Cover Design Defects?

Potentially, for covered injury or property damage caused by an alleged design defect; redesign and recall costs are separate.

It generally does not pay to redesign a product or recall unsold units.

Check listed products, design roles, sales territories, exclusions, limits, and defense-cost erosion. Preserve design and testing records and report a demand promptly.

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