Tops Meat had to recall all of its frozen hamburger patties because of the presence of E-Coli in the meat. About 20 consumers who ate the Tops patties became ill and two died. The E-Coli was present in the animals Tops purchased for slaughter from various ranchers. a. Tops is not liable to its purchasers because it did not produce a defective product. b. Tops is not liable to its purchasers because it was not aware of the E-Coli when it sold its products. c. Tops is liable to its purchasers for any injuries and damages from the presence of E-Coli. d. both a and b

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Whitney Woods

3 December, 12:47

Tops Meat had to recall all of its frozen hamburger patties because of the presence of E-Coli in the meat. About 20 consumers who ate the Tops patties became ill and two died. The E-Coli was present in the animals Tops purchased for slaughter from various ranchers. a. Tops is not liable to its purchasers because it did not produce a defective product. b. Tops is not liable to its purchasers because it was not aware of the E-Coli when it sold its products. c. Tops is liable to its purchasers for any injuries and damages from the presence of E-Coli. d. both a and b

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Johnathon · Answer 1

Tops is liable to its purchasers for any injuries and damages from the presence of E-Coli.

Explanation:

According to product liability nrukes when a business produces a product or is liable for putting a defective of harmful product in the hands of the consumer.

Top meat may not have been aware of the E. coli in the meat but is still liable.

They have the responsibility of ensuring their product is safe for consumption