New York S09769 amends the general obligations law to hold electronic marketplace providers strictly liable for damages caused by defective products.

New York S09769 amends the general obligations law by adding a new section that holds electronic marketplace providers strictly liable for damages caused by defective products. This liability applies to the same extent as a retailer would be liable under New York strict liability law. The bill defines "electronic marketplace provider" and "product" and outlines conditions under which the provider may not be liable. The amendment takes effect immediately.

New York S09769 amends the general obligations law to hold electronic marketplace providers strictly liable for damages caused by defective products.

New York S09769 amends the general obligations law by adding a new section that holds electronic marketplace providers strictly liable for damages caused by defective products. This liability applies to the same extent as a retailer would be liable under New York strict liability law. The bill defines "electronic marketplace provider" and "product" and outlines conditions under which the provider may not be liable. The amendment takes effect immediately.