Category: Product Liability
Studies Raise Concern About Total Knee Replacement Risks
July 8, 2014 -- Two new studies have raised concern about the safety risks of knee replacements after finding that one-third of the surgeries are unnecessary, and some patients might have fewer complications if they have a partial knee replacement...
Fungus from Chobani Yogurt Linked to Food Poisoning
July 8, 2014 -- A fungus that was discovered last year in Chobani Greek yogurt poses a health risk to all consumers, and it has been linked to over 300 cases of food poisoning, according to a study published in...
Remington Model 700 Class Action Lawsuit Settled
July 7, 2014 -- Remington Arms Co. has agreed to a nationwide class action lawsuit settlement for claims that the Model 700 bolt-action hunting rifles have a defective trigger mechanism. The settlement could lead to a recall of millions of...
Graco Recalls 2 Million Infant Car Seats with Sticky Buckles
July 1, 2014 -- After months of fighting federal safety authorities, Graco has finally agreed to recall approximately 1.9 million infant car seats because parents reported having problems opening the buckles. Recalled Graco infant car seats include: SnugRide, SnugRide Classic...
Highway Guardrail Lawsuit Alleges Defective Design
Bloomberg reports that a whistleblower lawsuit has been filed against Dallas-based Trinity Industries Inc., one of the largest guardrail makers in the U.S.
World Market Glass Bubble Knobs Recalled After 5 Injuries
June 12, 2014 -- Cost Plus World Market is recalling over 250,000 glass bubble knobs that are used in cabinet doors and drawers because they can break. According to the recall notification: “The knobs can break and expose sharp pieces...
Weil-McLane Recalls Gas Boilers for Fire, Explosion Hazard
Weil-McLain Ultra is recalling over 8,000 boilers because a cap on the manifold can crack and release gas into the home, posing a risk of fire and explosion.
Texas SimplyThick Lawyer
Infants of any age who are fed SimplyThick in breast milk or formula can develop a life-threatening intestinal condition called necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC). At least 20 lawsuits have already been filed on behalf of infants who were injured. What is...
FDA Enacts Infant Formula Safety Standards
June 10, 2014 -- The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has set new safety standards for manufacturers of infant formula. The final rule sets a date of September 8 for manufacturer compliance. According to a Consumer Update, the new...
Accidental Shootings Blamed on Gun-Mounted Flashlights
June 9, 2014 -- The Denver Post reports that a certain type of gun-mounted flashlights used by police officers has been linked to five accidental shootings. Some tactical flashlights are designed with a switch located beneath the trigger on a...