How do I prove who manufactured the product in a Massachusetts product liability case?
In a product liability case, you usually have to prove who manufactured the product. Sometimes this can be more difficult than you would think.
Some of the ways you can prove the identification of the manufacturer are:
- A label on the product if it was a registered as a trademark. Under federal law, no one but the manufacturer can use the name; and
- A corporate name on the product if the corporation established or carrying on business in Massachusetts. Under Massachusetts law, no other corporation may assume that name.