Summary Judgement Dismisses Taser Product Liability Lawsuit

May 25, 2007

A Maricopa County, Ariz., Superior Court judge has dismissed a product liability lawsuit against Taser International Inc., which makes electronic control devices to stun people. The lawsuit involved John Gerdon who claimed to have a training injury.

According to the Scottsdale, Ariz.-based company, this is the 45th wrongful death or injury lawsuit that has been dismissed or judgement entered in favor of Taser.

“Our strategy of fighting this litigation with an aggressive defense continues to get results,” said Doug Klint, vice president and general counsel of Taser International.

Source: Taser

Topics Lawsuits Legislation

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