BEFORE THE COURT IN Smith & Wesson v. Mexico: The Justices Weigh in on Gun Manufacturer Liability.

The article offers information on the U.S. Supreme Court case Smith & Wesson v. United Mexican States, focusing on whether gun manufacturers can be held liable for firearms trafficked into Mexico and used by cartels. Topics discussed include the interpretation of the Protection of Lawful Commerce in Arms Act (PLCAA) and its exceptions, the legal standards for aiding-and-abetting liability, and the arguments over proximate cause and foreseeability in manufacturer responsibility.