Greenman v. Yuba Power Products, Inc.

Greenman v. Yuba Power Products, Inc. is a landmark 1962 U.S. Supreme Court case that established the principle that manufacturers are strictly liable for defects in their products, even if they exercised all due care. In the case, Greenman injured his hand using a power tool. The Court held that the manufacturer, Yuba Power Products, Inc., was responsible because the product was unreasonably dangerous due to a defect, regardless of whether they were negligent. This case significantly expanded consumer protections, making manufacturers liable for injuries caused by defective products.