Moore v. Jewel Tea Co.

On November 22, 1959, Frances L. Moore sustained loss of sight in both eyes as the result of the explosion of a can of Drano, a product used to open clogged drains, which she had purchased the day before at a Jewel Tea store. Joined by her husband, Donald G. Moore, whose cause of action arose out of the marital relationship, she subsequently brought suit for damages against Jewel Tea; Heekin Can Company, manufacturer of the container; The Drackett Company (Drackett), the manufacturer of Drano; and The Drackett Products Company (Products), the latter, as admitted in the joint answer of the two…