P R Newswire reported that on February 28th, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission announced a voluntary recall of Papa Bear Loungeabouts children’s pajamas and sleepwear, because the garments “fail to meet federal flammability standards for children’s sleepwear, posing a risk of burn injury to children.” While there have been no injury or incidence reported, prnewswire […]
SCOTUS to decide if generic drug makers can be sued for personal injuries
Karen Bartlett began taking a mild anti-inflammatory drug, sulindac, in 2004 after her doctor prescribed it to relieve pain in her shoulder. Within weeks, her skin developed a severe reaction to the drug. The condition put her in a burn unit for nearly two months, and she spent several more months in a medically induced […]
Toyota to Pay $1.1 Billion to Settle Gas-Pedal Suit
Toyota Motor has agreed to pay over $1 billion to settle a class-action lawsuit over unintended acceleration issues in its vehicles. If the settlement is approved, it will be one of the largest of its type in automotive history, but Toyota admitted no fault in proposing the settlement. The class-action suit was filed in 2010 […]
CPSC to sue Nap Nanny maker after five infant deaths
As NBC News reports, the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has voted 3-0 to file an administrative complaint against Baby Matters LLC of Berwyn, Pa., makers of Nap Nanny infant recliner seats, because they pose “a substantial risk of injury and death to infants.” The CPSC claims that the makers of the Nap Nanny didn’t do enough about […]
Deaths linked to energy drinks could prompt action from the FDA
USA Today reports that five deaths and one heart attack have been reportedly linked to Monster energy drinks, and health and safety advocates believe this “should bolster efforts to get the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to regulate caffeinated energy drinks.” FDA spokeswoman, Shelley Burgess, says that the agency “investigate[s] each report diligently,” but Monster Beverage […]
Colorado man wins seven million from food companies for “popcorn lung”
Wayne Watson, a suburban Denver man who was diagnosed with “popcorn lung”, has won a $7.2 million verdict against various food companies. The Denver Post reports that Ken McClain, Watson’s attorney, said a federal jury granted the award against Gilster-Mary Lee Corp., The Kroger Co., and Dillon Companies Inc. after Watson developed respiratory issues in 2007. […]
Consumers Have No Day In Court If They Take Generics
Last year, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that generic drug makers are not required to update or strengthen warning labels, even when they are alerted to new safety issues or side affects, saying that generic drug companies do not have the same level of responsibility as makers of brand name manufacturers. In the case, Pliva vs. […]
Kolcraft Strollers Recalled for Fingertip Amputation and Laceration Hazard
The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) and Health Canada have announced a voluntary recall of about 36,000 Kolcraft Contours Options three- and four-wheeled strollers in the United States, and almost 300 of the same strollers in Canada. According to the CPSC, children and other users can get their fingers caught in the opening of the […]
Text message sender won’t share blame in car crash
Texting while driving is a highly dangerous practice, and, in a one incident of texting while driving inn September 2009, Kyle Best of Wharton, New Jersey veered outside of his lane and hit a couple riding a motorcycle. David and Lynda Kubert of Dover, NJ, the couple Kyle hit, both lost a leg in the […]
Bicycle Stems Recalled by Ridley Bikes Due to Fall Hazard
The Consumer Product Safety Commission has announced a voluntary recall of of carbon bicycle handlebar stems because of of defects in the products that can cause them to break, posing a fall risk for the rider. For safety, please read the list of products here, as reported by prnewswire.com. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately […]
