Why Traffic Violence Victims Can’t Easily Sue Automakers That Advertise Cars That Kill

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By Kea WilsonFeb 18, 2022, 11:19 am181 pts
In a major settlement with the families of gun violence victims, an American weapons manufacturer is being held accountable for its dangerous advertising campaigns — but legal experts say it’s unlikely that the victims of traffic violence can successfully sue American automakers on similar grounds despite…

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