3M Company vs. Amador

Court: U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit

Date: 2023

Issue on Appeal: Whether the district court properly applied standards governing the admissibility of expert testimony and causation in complex product liability litigation.

RLC’s Position: The RLC argues that courts must rigorously apply standards for expert testimony to ensure that liability is based on reliable, scientifically grounded evidence. Allowing unsupported or speculative expert opinions to proceed increases litigation risk, drives inconsistent outcomes, and raises costs for retailers and manufacturers. Clear and consistent application of evidentiary standards is essential to maintaining fairness and predictability in product liability cases.

Other Amici: Chamber of Commerce of the United States and other business and industry groups.

Counsel: Counsel from national appellate and product liability practices representing amici curiae.