products liability

Provides an account of the legal battle that was launched in 1994 when sixty liability lawyers from across the U.S. joined together in an assault on the tobacco industry.

A collection of essays that provides varying perspectives on issues related to product liability, debating federal liability laws, the effect of strict liability standards, and the awarding of damages by courts.

Examines the case regarding Agent Orange, an herbicide used to defoliate the jungles of Vietnam, discussing the historical roots of the lawsuit filed by veterans, featuring a chronological look at the legal action, and offering perspectives on the significance of the case.

Traces the history of tobacco use in America and addresses the various issues surrounding its use, abuse, distribution, addictive qualities, and advertising strategies.