Sam Wants to Sue a Book Publisher Based on Strict

Multiple Choice

Sam wants to sue a book publisher based on strict product liability in tort because he became ill after eating food he prepared based on a book containing information regarding herbs that were safe for consumption. Which of the following is the publisher's best defense?

A) That the information in the book was akin to a specialized instrument and, therefore, not subject to strict liability.
B) That the information contained in the book was not a good subject to strict liability.
C) That the injury stemmed from food which is not considered subject to strict liability.
D) There is no good defense, and the publisher should settle.