Product Liability

The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is launching an investigation into infant deaths and nursing pillows / lounging pads, as well as issuing a warning to parents that these products are not safe for sleeping. According to the CPSC’s October news release, they have identified several deaths associated with pillow-like infant products, such as nursing…

It is likely safe to say we all remember the Takata Corporation, the company behind the largest product safety recall in history. More than two dozen people lost their lives due to Takata’s defective airbags, with hundreds more suffering serious injuries. The company declared bankruptcy in 2018, selling the majority of its assets to Joyson…

You’ve probably heard of carbon monoxide poisoning at some point in your life. You at least know enough to understand that it’s dangerous, but do you know where it comes from or how to prevent it from harming you, your family or your pets? According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), approximately 430 people…

Auto manufacturers try to stay on top of notifying vehicle owners of recalls when they become necessary. Sometimes the vehicle owner might sense something is wrong with their car before the notice is even sent out. When this happens, you can check to see whether any issues have been identified before you experience a serious…

For years, Amazon has found ways to escape liability for injuries its customers have sustained by products purchased online. They took careful steps to organize the company in such a way that would allow them to sidestep any responsibility for goods sold by third-parties. Their attorneys were able to put off the inevitable for a…

Swimming pools are supposed to be places of serenity and family fun. Years ago, if you wanted to swim, you would have to visit a lake or ocean or maybe even join a local country club. Today, backyard swimming pools have become a common home amenity, particularly in Southern states where homeowners enjoy temperate weather…

Ever since Back To The Future hit the screen, we’ve been hoping and waiting for a car-turned-time-machine to show up in our driveways. While that’s clearly not happening anytime soon, each time a new technology enhanced vehicle rolls off the assembly line boasting about improved safety coupled with luxury, we fall in love. Technology and…

The consumer market is full of products that are created just to make our lives easier. Even if it’s a small luxury, we still look for gadgets that improve daily living. When you go searching for one of these products marketed to you, you trust that it is safe to use. Unfortunately, that isn’t always…

It’s hard to turn on your television without running across a home renovation show. There are entire channels dedicated to updating homes, and construction shows have turned hosts into brands for everything from wall paint to furniture. The DIY revolution has empowered a lot of homeowners to use the same design inspiration by finding less…

If you have the internet you’ve probably engaged in online shopping. The largest American online retail giant, Amazon, is likely a place you’ve trusted to spend your hard earned money. It’s become almost fashionable to shop with Amazon for everything from groceries to cars, and its streamlined delivery process makes it that much more attractive…

The holidays are finally behind us and our kids have begun settling in with those new toys they excitedly tore the wrapping paper from. It’s time to take a look at some of the hazards that have been exposed recently that may be lurking in your home that could send your child to the emergency…

Buying space heaters can seem like such a great idea to some people. They add an element of coziness to any room, and they can help save money on your electric bill by allowing you to lower the thermostat without freezing. For others, they can be a necessity. Maybe your HVAC system has broken down…

There are thousands of apartment complexes across Georgia where people from all walks of life reside. The one thing they all have in common is the right to being safe in and around their homes. The only thing that changes is who actually carries the responsible of safeguarding residents and their visitors. Regardless of where…

With so many BMW aficionados running around, it’s important that everyone keep up to date with the issues these vehicles may experience on the road. As a driver, you need to know what may be happening with your vehicle so that you can get it repaired before harming yourself or anyone else. As a driver…

Most smokers are aware of at least one or more health dangers they face due to their nicotine addiction. When e- cigarettes entered the marketplace about a decade ago, they were promoted and accepted as a popular alternative for those desiring to quit smoking. Vaping was considered the safer, perhaps even healthier, option. The popularity…

A defective product is one that does not work the way it should. The purpose of a product liability lawsuit is to hold to account a manufacturer or distribution company for their legal responsibility for any damages caused by a defective or dangerous product. Manufacturers are obligated to make their products work the way they…

In the course of 48 hours recalls have been issued for over one million vehicles from two of the three biggest US car makers. Fiat Chrysler has recalled Jeep and Dodge SUVs, while General Motors has recalled pickup trucks. Who initiates a car recall? The vehicle recall process is typically initiated by the auto manufacturer…

Most patients are willing to put their trust in the medical professionals around them. While these trained professionals have spent years learning how to properly care for patients in different ways, things can still go wrong because of defective or dangerous medical devices and drugs. Over the past few years, we have noticed an increased…

General Motors is recalling approximately 3.5 million SUVs and pickup trucks due to a brake issue that can suddenly make the brakes difficult to use, leading to collisions and injuries. The recall covers popular GM vehicles like the Chevy Silverado, GMC Sierra, Cadillac Escalade, GMC Yukon, Chevy Suburban, and Tahoe. This recall includes vehicles sold…

Over the past few years, vaping and e-cigarettes have become one of the most popular trends in the United States. Widely (and mistakenly) considered to be safer than smoking traditional cigarettes, vapes use flavored liquids and oils that are heated until vaporized and then inhaled. These flavored cartridges can contain substances like nicotine, flavored “juice”…

Lead poisoning poses a serious danger. The damage is magnified in children. When lead in paint enters the body of a child, it can produce a number of harmful effects, including kidney damage, brain damage, speech delays, hearing loss, and emotional problems. In 1978, federal regulations were instituted that removed lead from the production of…

Allergan has issued a worldwide recall of its Biocell textured breast implants and tissue expanders, CNN reports. The products have been linked to a rare type of breast cancer: breast implant-associated anaplastic large cell lymphoma (BIA-ALCL). In April, France, Canada and the Netherlands all suspended or banned sales of textured breast implants. The Food &…

Some of the most common product liability lawsuits involve defective car parts. Prior to sending their SUVs, trucks, and motorcycles to market, vehicle manufacturers have an obligation to make sure the parts and systems of these vehicles function properly and are safe for consumers, i.e. drivers and passengers. The state of Georgia assigns strict liability…

Another rocking sleeper product has been recalled after being linked to 5 infant deaths Kids2 has recalled approximately 694,000 rocking sleepers – sold by major retailers such as Target, Walmart, and Toys “R” Us – sold between March 2012 and April 26, 2019. There are multiple models of rocking sleepers, including: Bright Starts Rock &…