Article

Liability for Defective Chinese Products Under the Alien Tort Claims Act

Author: Joel Slawotsky (Sonnenschein Nath and Rosenthal LLP)

Abstract

This Article discusses whether jurisdiction exists pursuant to the Alien Tort Claims Act (“ATCA”) for suits claiming death and serious injury arising out of these hazardous products.

Keywords: Product liability, Tort claims acts, Consumer protection, Manufacturing industries -- China, Personal injuries, Alien Tort Statute

How to Cite: Slawotsky, J. (2008) “Liability for Defective Chinese Products Under the Alien Tort Claims Act”, Washington University Global Studies Law Review. 7(3).