Wilson Ex Rel. Frazier v. Naifeh

SIMMS, Justice:

The singular issue herein decided involves the place of inspection and examination of physical evidence by the defendant in the trial court in a manufacturer’s products liability case.

Respondent Judge entered a comprehensive order pursuant to pre-trial discovery procedures, which provided, inter alia, the alleged defective bicycle wheel and tire, together with the bicycle which petitioner was riding when injured be shipped to the Republic of Mexico for examination, inspection and testing.

Petitioner concedes defendant’s right of pre-trial examination and inspection, but asks…