School District of Independence, No. 30 v. U.S. Gypsum Co.

COVINGTON, Judge.

This case presents cross appeals from an action for damages based on strict products liability. Plaintiff, the School District of the City of Independence, Missouri, No. 30 (School District), sought recovery for injury to property arising out of the use of Audicote, a ceiling plaster containing asbestos, in seven of its schools. Plaintiff brought suit against defendant United States Gypsum Company (USG), the manufacturer of Audicote, to recover the costs of removing Audicote and certain asbestos-contaminated furnishings from the seven school buildings. Plaintiff alleged that…