Salerno v. Innovative Serveillance Technology, Inc.

This case arises out of injuries sustained by plaintiff Charles J. Salerno after he struck his head on a periscope mounted on the ceiling of a surveillance van procured by his employer from defendant Innovative Surveillance Technology (1ST). Plaintiff sued 1ST asserting, inter alia, claims of strict products liability and negligence. On IST’s motion, the trial court found that the periscope was an open and obvious danger and granted summary judgment in IST’s favor. Plaintiff argues on appeal that the “distraction” and “deliberate encounter” exceptions preclude such a finding. He further…