Moreover, "Wrongful death settlements are often paid out by insurance providers who provide liability coverage for the person or entity for whom the death is being blamed. Insurance policies typically have a policy limit amount, above which the insurance company will not pay and the person is individually liable" from https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&source=web&rct=j&url=https:/...
Although, as far as I know, were the jury to become aware of this, a mistrial should be declared.
On even the slimest cause, plaintiff's council always tries include the manufacturer in the case. Anyone with deep pockets that they can pull in.