Products Liability, Consumer Protection

Dangerous Toys: BuckyBall Recall

by Tate Law Group, LLC on 5/22/2013

In the latest move in its ongoing mandate to safeguard consumers from dangerous toys, the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) recently issued notice of six retailers who have recalled high-powered magnets sold under the...more

Wisconsin Lawmakers Propose Changes To Wisconsin’s Lemon Law

by Samster, Konkel & Safran, S.C. on 5/21/2013

In Wisconsin, consumers who purchase a defective new vehicle are protected by the state’s Lemon Law. Now, state lawmakers are seeking to change the law, by reducing damage awards and giving manufacturers more time to resolve...more

Thousands of Bean Bag Chairs Recalled Due to Choking and Strangulation Hazard

by Demas Law Group on 5/21/2013

One of the more thoughtful gifts that someone can give to a small child is a bean bag chair. These soft, pliable and versatile pieces of furniture offer a child hours of comfort and play, and few items on the consumer market...more

Dangerous Attraction: High Powered Magnets & Children

by Stipe, Harper, Laizure, Uselton, Belote,... on 5/20/2013

More than a decade ago, manufacturers began marketing a different kind of toy magnet....more

When Recalls of Medical Devices Affect Your Health

by Phillips Law Offices on 5/20/2013

Every year, many people in Illinois are affected by medical device and product recalls. Defective products can carry a high financial cost for manufacturers. But the physical and emotional costs for patients injured by these...more

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

A Word Of Warning: Water Balls Are Dangerous

by Tate Law Group, LLC on 5/13/2013

Each year at home and on holiday, consumers are injured on rides and while taking part in recreational activities. In recent years, a new and dangerous amusement called water balls has been featured in carnivals, sporting and...more

CPSC Seeks to Hold Former CEO Responsible for Buckyballs® Recall

by Ellen Adler, Erin M. Bosman, Julie Y. Park | Morrison & Foerster LLP on 5/10/2013

Last week the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) obtained an unprecedented ruling when Administrative Law Judge (ALJ) Dean Metry granted leave to name Craig Zucker in an administrative complaint against Maxfield and...more

Medical Device Update: FDA Regulation of Tanning Beds, “Henceforth to be Known as Sunlamp Products”

by Fuerst Ittleman David & Joseph, PL on 5/10/2013

Yesterday, we reported that FDA had announced its intentions of reclassifying sunlamp products and requiring labeling changes to include warnings discouraging young people from using them....more

CPSC Imposes Comprehensive Compliance Programs in Two Settlements, Warns this is the Wave of the Consumer Products Future

by Ellen Adler, Linda Lane | Morrison & Foerster LLP on 5/9/2013

It is no news that Section 15(b) of the Consumer Product Safety Act (the Act) requires immediate reporting to the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) of any information which could support the conclusion that a product...more

FDA Shines a Light on Tanning Bed Safety, Proposes Device Reclassification and Warnings to Users Under 18

by Fuerst Ittleman David & Joseph, PL on 5/9/2013

After issuing a public warning regarding the dangers of tanning nearly three years ago, this week the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (“FDA”) issued a proposed order to reclassify sunlamp devices and require labeling...more

Nestle USA Recalls Two National Frozen Pizza Brands

by Demas Law Group on 5/9/2013

We have all found ourselves many times with nothing ready to go for dinner, and for those of us who have families there really is no wiggle room to come up with a solution. This is generally where the frozen pizza market...more

A Wake-Up Call to the Food Industry: FDA Announces Investigation into Use of Caffeine in Food

by Fuerst Ittleman David & Joseph, PL on 5/8/2013

On the heels of Wrigley’s new promotion of its new caffeinated gum called Alert Energy, FDA has announced that it will be investigating the safety of caffeine in food products. The use of caffeine in food products has been a...more

Johnson & Johnson Recall: Blood Glucose Meters

by The Rothenberg Law Firm LLP on 5/7/2013

In March 2013, LifeScan, a division of Johnson & Johnson, announced a voluntary recall and replacement of approximately 90,000 blood glucose meters in the United States and nearly 2 million meters worldwide. According to the...more

Nearly 150,000 Lasagna Pans Recalled Due to Deep Laceration Hazard

by Demas Law Group on 5/1/2013

People all over the United States have fallen in love with food that can be cooked once and then reheated for several subsequent meals. We tend to be busy in the United States and if we can spend time cooking one meal that...more

Global Recall of 3.3 Million Cars Due to Faulty Airbags

by Demas Law Group on 4/30/2013

At least 3 million automobiles, including those manufactured by Honda, Nissan, Toyota and General Motors are being recalled due to faulty air bags which may pose a threat to safety. The airbags are manufactured by Takata...more

The Land of Nod Recalls Plush Dollies Due to Choking Hazard

by Demas Law Group on 4/30/2013

Parents who purchase toys for their infants and small children generally understand when a particular toy could present some type of risk. These toys may be sharp, they may come in pieces and they may be heavy. There are...more

Toxic Toys

by Michael Barasch | Barasch McGarry Salzman & Penson PC on 4/30/2013

Each year, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) recalls millions of dangerous consumer products. Many of these recalled products were intended for children....more

Intuitive Surgical Securities Fraud Investigation and Class Action Lawsuit FAQ

by Wohl & Fruchter LLP on 4/29/2013

Our firm is investigating possible violations of federal securities laws by officers and directors of Intuitive Surgical, Inc. (Intuitive Surgical) (Nasdaq: ISRG). A class action lawsuit has recently been filed against...more

European Commission Plans to Change Consumer Product Safety Rules

by Alistair Maughan | Morrison & Foerster LLP on 4/26/2013

The European Commission plans to introduce new rules to improve the safety regime applicable to non-food consumer products distributed in the EU. The Commission has put forward a new package of measures to provide more...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

FDA’s Medical Device “Enhancement” Reporting Has Potential Product Liability Implications

by Matthew A. Reed | Sedgwick LLP on 4/26/2013

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently issued a draft guidance document that could potentially require medical device manufacturers to report a wide variety of device improvements, ranging from routine updates...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

Carter’s Recalls 218,000 Pieces of Infant Clothing with Zippers Due to Choking Hazard

by Demas Law Group on 4/24/2013

Anyone who has had a child and who has attempted to put a sleeper or another type of outfit on that child has likely breathed a sigh of relief when they found that the outfit of choice for that day or for that night’s sleep...more

Burning Questions: Furniture and Baby Supply Industries Hit With Prop. 65 Notices for Newly Banned Flame Retardant TDCPP

by Jonathan Lee | Sedgwick LLP on 4/23/2013

What started as an effort to make upholstered products safer for consumers has apparently backfired on the furniture and baby supply industries. In the past four months since Proposition 65 (Prop. 65) action has been allowed...more

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