Part I.Use of EPI Products in GC Cleaning Services

Scenario:GC contracted to clean the ABC Industries, Inc. (ABC) office building using EPI cleaning products.GC assigned several experienced GC employees to the job.While cleaning the office windows with EPI's Clear Light window cleaner, the cleaner left a sticky film on several of the windows.The cleaner was used exactly according to product directions. The sticky film could not be removed except by scraping which left permanent scratches on the windows.GC had used Clear Light many times before with no damage or problems.

ABC expects GC to pay to replace the windows and sues GC to recover costs of replacing the windows.Note:ABC sued only GC.

1.Describe any possible product liability claim(s) for which ABC could sue GC and why/how the claim(s) could apply to GC.

Is it likely that GC will be found liable for the claim(s) identified in #1 above and why.

3.Assume GC is found liable for the claim(s) identified above.Does GC have any recourse to sue EPI to recover the costs for paid to ABC to replace the windows?