Sally Silly had bought a new lawnmower. Sally's boyfriend, Brad Scoop, works on small engines. Brad has decided that the new lawnmower does not go fast enough so he tinkered with the motor to go faster. As Sally was mowing, the lawnmower started moving so fast that it exploded. Parts of the lawnmower flew everywhere and one struck Sally in the eye causing injury to the eye. Sally has come to your law firm to sue the manufacturer of the lawnmower. Identify the questions below pertaining to Florida laws and statutes to support response.

1. What are some reasons Sally can sue the manufacturer in the state of Florida?

2. What possible liability defenses could the lawnmower company use in this case?