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Families Of 4 Individuals Killed In Fiery ATV Accident Sue Manufacturer For “Known Defects”
The families of four individuals who were killed in an ATV accident have sued the manufacturer, Polaris, for knowingly manufacturing a deadly product and placing it into the stream of commerce. According to the lawsuit, four friends in their 20s died last July after the Polaris Razor side-by-side ATV they were in rolled over… Read More »
Medline Industries Recalls 1.5 Million Adult Portable Bed Rails After Two Deaths
Medline Industries issued a recall in May of approximately 1.5 million Medline Bed Assist Bar adult bed rails after two elderly patients tragically died highlighting the severe risks associated with the product. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission announced the recall emphasizing the danger posed by this particular brand of bed rails. According to… Read More »
Children’s Nightgowns Recalled Due To Flammability Hazard
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) recently issued a recall related to children’s nightgowns for violations of Federal Flammability Standards. These products were sold exclusively on Amazon.com. According to the CPSC, the children’s nightgowns violate the flammability standards for children’s sleepwear, posing a risk of burn injury to children. Consumers are advised that… Read More »
Electrolux Group Reannounces Recall Of Frigidaire And Kenmore Electric Ranges Due To Fire And Burn Hazards
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recently announced the recall of Frigidaire and Kenmore Smooth-top Freestanding Electric Ranges via its website. According to the recall, the surface heating elements can 1) turn on spontaneously without being switched on; 2) fail to turn off after being switched off; or 3) heat to different temperatures than… Read More »
Children’s Yoto Mini Speaker Recalled For Potential Burn And Fire Hazards
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission has initiated the recall of a children’s mini speaker for potential burn and fire hazards. The recall was announced on April 11 that the Yoto Mini speaker for children is being voluntarily recalled because the lithium-ion battery can potentially overheat and catch fire, posing burn and fire risks…. Read More »
Best Buy Issues Recall For 287,000 Air Fryers Due To Overheating And Fire Risk
Best Buy recently issued a recall of over 287,000 air fryers and air fryer ovens due to an overheating risk. The problem can cause the products’ parts to melt or shatter posing fire and laceration risks. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission issued a recent notice that Insignia brand air fryer ovens can overheat… Read More »
FDA Classifies Recall Of Boston Scientific Device As “Most Serious”
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration recently issued a recall of a Boston Scientific medical device used to block blood flow during excessive bleeding or hemorrhaging, classifying the recall as “most serious.” The device, Obsidio Embolic, poses a higher risk of bowel ischemia when paired with a specific technique during gastrointestinal bleeding, according to… Read More »
Yamaha Recalls 34,000 Power Adapters Due To Electrical Shock Risk
Yamaha Corporation of America, which is best known for selling musical instruments, recently initiated the recall of more than 34,000 power adapters due to a potential risk that the product could shock or electrocute users. The announcement was posted by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission and applies to Yamaha PA-10 AC power adapters… Read More »
Fisher-Price Recalls Child’s Toy Due To Choking Hazard
On March 21, 2024, Fisher-Price announced the recall of Little People Mickey and Friends Figures due to a potential choking hazard. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission issued a recall notice stating that the heads on the figurines can detach potentially creating a choking hazard in infants and toddlers. Around 204,000 units were sold… Read More »
Product Liability Lawsuit Filed Against Social Media Companies Over Mass Shooting At Buffalo Supermarket
Social media companies like Facebook enjoy broad immunity when it comes to lawsuits. Section 230 of the Communication Decency Act prevents social media companies from being held liable for the content of third parties. This means that social media companies cannot be sued over the content of advertisers or users in most cases. While… Read More »
