Product Liability

Ford Motor Company is recalling almost 140,000 EcoSport SUVs and Focus sedans to address a defective part that could lead to engine damage and loss of power braking. According to the automaker, the problem has to do with a part inside the affected vehicles’...

When you think about it, using high heat to remove wrinkles and creases from clothes sounds pretty dangerous. But most modern clothes irons are safe and effective to use. However, a manufacturer has recently issued a recall of its electric steam irons over the risk...

It can be difficult to get babies to sleep. Newborn children are especially sensitive, so even the slightest irritants such as bright lights, changes in temperature and unchanged diapers can disturb their slumber. One method for parents to get their babies to calm...

Product liability claims arise when consumers are harmed by defective products. Understanding the types of defects that can lead to such claims is crucial for consumers seeking justice and companies aiming to ensure the safety of their products. Here, we delve into...

Fruit pouches are convenient snacks for babies three years and under. The fruit and vegetable purees are easy enough to consume by babies and allow even the pickiest of eaters to enjoy their greens. Parents would think these pouches only contain safe and healthy...

Seeing your child’s eyes light up after handing them a new and exciting toy is priceless. Naturally, you want them to enjoy your gift, not to suffer harm because of it. However, not all toys for kids are risk-free. As a parent, keeping an eye on potentially dangerous...

Personal mobility devices such as Segways and “hoverboards” were all the rage in 2015 and 2016. They may not be as popular as they once were years ago, but some people still swear by their personal mobility devices. All this, despite issues that plagued the...

Product liability claims often revolve around design or manufacturing defects, two critical concepts in this area of law. Design and manufacturing defects are the primary areas where a product may fail and cause harm. While they may sound similar, they are legally...

You consume innumerable products for your daily needs. But when these products consume your health and wellness instead, you may file a product liability lawsuit against all responsible parties, like the designer, manufacturer or distributor. For contaminated food,...

The chances are you use at least one electrical appliance daily, be it a coffee maker, water heater, blender, hair dryer, refrigerator, microwave or pressure cooker. When you purchased any of these products, you expected them to be safe. Of course, the manufacturer...