Digg Deep Inc. makes and leases a backhoe to Estes. Due to a defect attributable to Digg Deep's negligence, Estes is injured in an accident in which his neighbor Fortis is also hurt. In a product liability suit based on negligence, Digg Deep may be liable to

a. Fortis only.

b. Estes only. c. Estes and Fortis.

d. no one.

C) Estes and Fortis

Explanation:

Both Estes and Fortis suffered injuries that were directly caused by the negligence of Digg Deep Inc ... They both can sue Digg Deep for manufacturing or design defects (depends on which applies) that resulted in their injuries. They can seek both compensatory, and pain and suffering damages.