Ribley v. Harsco Corp.

Plaintiff’s complaint alleges that on October 28, 1973 Deborah Ribley sustained serious injuries when her hair became entangled in the drive shaft of a manure spreader manufactured by defendant, which she was operating. The first cause of action seeks recovery based upon alleged negligence in the manufacture and design of the spreader, while the second cause of action alleges breach of implied warranty of merchantability and strict products liability. The third cause of action is a derivative cause of action. Defendant asserted the Statute of Limitations as affirmative defenses to the second…