Product Liability Archives

San Antonio Has A Lead Pollution Problem

Posted on September 12, 2023September 12, 2023

Many Americans were shocked last year when they learned about the high levels of lead in the municipal water of Flint, Michigan. In that city, about 5 percent of children were found to have elevated levels of lead in their bodies. It may be even more shocking for Texans to learn that San Antonio has […]

Swimming pool accident deaths in Texas

Posted on August 15, 2023August 15, 2023

It’s another hot summer in Texas, which means swimmers are cannon-balling into pools all over the Lone Star State. It’s also the season for fatal swimming pool accidents. As with most accidents, prevention is the best cure: adults and children should learn about swim safety, and pool owners should maintain safe premises. Too often, however, people […]

Long-Term Effects of Severe Carbon Monoxide Poisoning

Posted on June 13, 2023June 13, 2023

Carbon monoxide poisoning is a completely preventable occurrence with modern technology. If someone else was liable for your poisoning event, you should discuss the matter with a San Antonio carbon monoxide poisoning attorney as soon as possible. However, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that more than 430 people die each year due […]

Product Liability Recall: Fisher-Price Recalls Rock ‘n Glide Soothers and Soothe ‘n Play Gliders After Four Infant Deaths

Posted on October 12, 2021July 11, 2022

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) and Fisher-Price announced the recalls of the Fisher-Price 4-in-1 Rock ‘n Glide Soothers and 2-in-1 Soothe ‘n Play Gliders. This followed reports of four infant deaths in the 4-in-1 Rock ‘n Glide Soother. The infants were reportedly on their backs and unrestrained in the product but were later […]

Product Liability Recall: Kidde TruSense Smoke Alarms

Posted on October 12, 2021July 11, 2022

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) announced a recall involving Kidde TruSense Smoke Alarms and Combination Smoke/Carbon Monoxide Alarms. The recalled products are Kidde Model Series 2040, 2050, 2060, and 2070 Smoke and Combination Smoke/Carbon Monoxide alarms. CPSC said only alarms with the TruSense logo printed on the front of the alarm are subject […]

Product Liability Recall: Klein Tools Model NCVT-1 Non-Contact Voltage Testers

Posted on October 11, 2021July 11, 2022

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) announced the recall of Klein Tools Non-Contact Voltage Tester Model NCVT-1. According to the CSPC, the on/off button can remain depressed during the power-on or power-off cycle, causing the tester to work improperly. If the tester is not functioning properly, consumers testing electrical sources using the defective product […]

It’s “buyer beware” out there when it comes to online shopping

Posted on December 23, 2020July 11, 2022

Online shopping is more important to Americans than ever, but consumer groups are sounding the alarm about dangerous, defective and counterfeit goods that could put you and your family at risk. What problems are being seen with products bought online? Given that this is the holiday season when people are actively shopping for toys, electronics […]

The Hidden Risks of E-Scooters

Posted on August 5, 2020July 11, 2022

Cheaper than ridesharing services, less trouble than a bike, and more convenient than public transportation… E-scooters have revolutionized the transportation world, making renting one at cents-per-minute as easy as downloading an app. But as e-scooters become increasingly popular, injuries continue to climb drastically. The e-scooters, usually available in high-traffic areas, have posed major risks in […]

Hazardous Levels of Lead: Thousands of Rooms To Go Bedroom Sets Recalled

Posted on July 14, 2020July 11, 2022

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission reports that Avalon’s Cottage Town bedroom sets, sold exclusively at Rooms To Go, have been recalled. Nearly 9,500 units have been recalled. Manufactured in Vietnam, the furniture collection was sold in white, black, and grey. The recalled Avalon furniture sets include dressers, mirrors, headboards, footboards, and chest pieces. The […]

Your baby might be in danger: Costway strollers recalled

Posted on July 7, 2020April 20, 2023

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recently recalled 16,000 Costway infant and child double strollers because of entrapment, strangulation, and fall risks. Manufactured in China, the strollers were sold online on Costway’s site and the World’s largest online marketplace, Amazon, for about $100. The strollers could potentially allow a child’s torso to pass through the […]