Defending a Corporate Designee in a Products Case Deposition: Similar Incidents, Remedial Measures, Legacy Decisions

One of the most pivotal events in a products liability case is the corporate designee deposition. Defendants must make sure the corporate representative is prepared, which can be difficult when the product and relevant decisions were made by others perhaps years or decades ago.

Key topics include prior accident information and evidence of subsequent remedial measures. These topics can get complicated when dealing with similar models and feasibility and the cost and safety implications of alternative designs. Regarding these topics, defendants must decide whether to rely on Rule 407 by admitting product changes were done to make the product safer and risk that the plaintiff will use the testimony to prove that a safer design was available at the time of the accident.

Listen as this outstanding panel of product liability litigators offers products liability attorneys strategies and practical tips for taking or defending the depositions of corporate designees.