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Subsequent Remedial Measures

A. Public Policy:

Since repairs and remedial measures should be encouraged, FRE 407 makes subsequent remedial measures inadmissible to prove negligence or culpable conduct. In 1997 FRE 407 was amended to apply in product liability cases.

B. Exceptions:

Subsequent remedial measures may be admissible to show ownership, feasibility of repair, or to impeach a witness.

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