What responsibility does Amazon have for defective products sold through its platform? It's a good question that, right now, doesn't have a definitive answer -- although a case that goes to the Third Circuit Court of Appeals early in 2020 may help provide an...
Product Liability
Who is responsible for fireworks injuries?
Fourth of July celebrations are a big deal all across the nation. However, not everybody who gets their hands on fireworks acts responsibly. Accidents can and do happen when fireworks are used -- and the injuries can be quite severe.If you were injured while attending...
Words to the wise about pressure cooker dangers
Whether your favorite pressure cooker is manufactured by Instant Pot, Black & Decker or some other brand, it may quickly become your favorite tool in the kitchen due to its versatility and ease-of-use.However, pressure cookers are also dangerous. Old-style...
Faulty insulin pumps: A huge source of consumer injuries
There are a lot of defective medical devices out there, but none so commonly problematic as insulin pumps.The insulin pump was hailed as a revolutionary way to treat juvenile and brittle diabetics who rely on doses of insulin to regulate their blood sugar levels...
Who is liable for defective products sold through online markets?
From hoverboards to fake slime, there always seems to be something in the news about dangerous, defective products that have been sold online. It's hardly surprising, given that online retailers are bigger than ever and online shopping continues to expand in...
Can your seatbelt actually cause you injury?
Everyone knows that wearing a seatbelt when in a moving vehicle can greatly increase safety in the event of an accident. In 2016, more than 14,600 lives were saved in the U.S. due to seatbelt use, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety...
On wrongful death and product liability
Imagine for a moment that you have a relatively new blender. Or a relatively new toaster. Or really, any new appliance whatsoever. You use it a few times with no issues whatsoever. But then, one day, as you use this new appliance, it malfunctions in the most bizarre...
Major mall accessories store sold makeup with asbestos
When you think of asbestos, you probably think of serious cancer, like mesothelioma. Most cases of this kind of cancer involve people who worked in industries with regular exposure. Factory workers, auto mechanics and even construction workers who handled insulation...
Let’s talk about product liability
It would be great if we could all trust companies to do their due diligence and always produce perfectly safe, flawless products. However, that is not the world we live in. We live in an imperfect world where mistakes happen, and sometimes the companies we trust make...
Rompers sold at Cracker Barrel could prove deadly to children
One of the most unique things about Cracker Barrel is the Old Country store out front. While you're waiting for your meal or after you've finished, you probably want to peruse the cutesy items for sale. From giant checkerboard rugs to rabbit skins and even clothing,...