Under the doctrine of strict liability, bystanders who are injured by a defective product are entitled to the same protection as the consumers or users.

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This statement is true. Under the doctrine of strict liability, anyone who is harmed by a defective product can hold the manufacturer, distributor or seller liable, regardless of whether they were the intended user or purchaser of the product. Therefore, bystanders are entitled to the same protection under strict liability as consumers or users.

Under the Doctrine of Strict Liability, Bystanders Who Are Injured