Consumer Protection, Personal Injury, Products Liability

The Consumer Product Safety Commission Approves Proposed Rule Establishing Standards for Strollers

by Demas Law Group on 5/16/2013

Every new parent needs to acquire a stroller, and anyone who has had children understands how important these pieces of equipment are for purposes of mobility. Every trip to the store, to a friend’s house for a party or any...more

The Stories Behind Outstanding Verdicts

by Cogent Legal on 4/26/2013

Recently I attended the Trial Lawyer of the Year Gala hosted by the San Francisco Trial Lawyers Association (SFTLA). I always enjoy this event not only because it showcases outstanding legal advocacy, but also because I...more

Forks and Spoons for Babies Recalled Due to Choking and Ingestion Hazard

by Demas Law Group on 4/26/2013

There are seemingly millions of different gift items on the market that people look for when a friend or a loved one gives birth to a child. Some people want to avoid giving gifts of clothing because many others are already...more

The Best-Kept Secrets of the Auto Industry

by Demas Law Group on 4/23/2013

Tire tread separation has caused at least 375 deaths between 2002 and 2009, but no one seems to be talking much about the problem, especially in the auto industry. The tire separation issue has primarily affected older Ford...more

You Should Know - April 2013

by Patrick Malone & Associates P.C. | DC Injury... on 4/17/2013

In This Issue: - Ask Congress to Hold Generic Drug Makers Accountable - Ruling May Leave You Vulnerable to Unsafe Generic Drugs - By the Numbers - Bookmark Favorites - What's Your Drug Safety IQ? -...more

Toyota Recalls 160,000 Tacoma Pickups Due to Rust

by The Rothenberg Law Firm LLP on 4/9/2013

Toyota issued another recall that will affect a number of drivers in New York as well as other states. This recall involves the Tacoma pickup, a vehicle known for plowing through the snow and carrying a heavy load on its bed....more

Stryker Hip Replacement Recall Website Launched By Hissey Kientz, LLP Law Firm

by Hissey Kientz LLP on 4/9/2013

The law firm of Hissey Kientz, LLP is announcing the launch of its new website, Stryker Hip Recall Help (http://www.strykerhiprecallhelp.com/). Stryker Corporation issued a voluntary recall of the Stryker Rejuvenate and...more

CPSC Warns Against Firework Injuries

by Begam & Marks on 3/26/2013

The CPSC conducted a survey on 2011 firework injuries. There finding included: 200 firework related injuries on average around the month of the July 4th holiday, illegal and homemade firework were responsible for the 4...more

BioMet M2a Magnum Hip Replacements Linked to Painful Side Effects

by Hissey Kientz LLP on 3/19/2013

BioMet M2a Magnum hip replacement devices have been linked to complications including metal poisoning, hip implant loosening, fretting and corrosion, dislocation and fractures at the site of the implant....more

Holiday Gifts, Holiday Dangers

by Law Offices of Robert Olkowitz, P.C. on 3/7/2013

Shopping for the right gift for a special someone is a big part of the holiday joy for many people. But that special gift, during the holiday or after, may turn out to be more than you bargained for....more

Health Food Company Food For Life Recalls Several Lots of Cereals

by Demas Law Group on 3/7/2013

Many people who do not have allergies tend to dismiss this health condition as something where a person may get the sniffles if they are exposed to the wrong substance. People who have allergies and who know people who have...more

DaVinci Surgical Robot Misused for Hysterectomies and Other Procedures

by Audet & Partners, LLP on 3/4/2013

Hospitals across the U.S. are increasingly relying on robotic surgery to perform hysterectomies and other surgical procedures, including cardiovascular, gallbladder, and prostate surgeries. Intuitive Surgical Inc., which...more

The Invisible Danger Of Pesticides

by Law Office of Paul B. Genet on 2/26/2013

The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recently issued a statement and technical report offering policy suggestions to protect children from the dangers of pesticides. The issuance of the statement is a reminder of the...more

Stryker hip replacements may cause serious complications

by Hissey Kientz LLP on 2/19/2013

Stryker Corporation issued a voluntary recall of the Stryker Rejuvenate and Stryker ABG II modular hip replacement systems in July 2012 after stating that the metal-on-metal hip devices posed an increased risk for severe...more

Monster Energy Drink Accused of Teen Death [Video]

by Lawyers.com on 2/14/2013

In 2011, a fourteen-year old girl drank two large cans of Monster Energy Drink within 24 hours. Soon after, she went into cardiac arrest and then died. Attorney Kevin Goldberg argues that if those drinks had a warning on the...more