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Fidget Spinners Linked to Burn Injuries, Choking Hazard: CPSC Warning

The U.S. Consumer Products Safety Commission (CPSC) has issued a warning about burn injuries and choking hazards associated with bluetooth fidget spinners.

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What’s the Problem?

August 15, 2017 – CPSC issued its updated guidance on Thursday, after receiving multiple reports of kids choking on fidget spinner parts, in addition to complaints of the battery-operated toys catching fire.

“Fidget spinners can be fun to use, but consumers and companies should be aware of some of the safety concerns associated with this product,” CPSC spokeswoman Ann Marie Buerkle said in a press release.

Fidget spinners may break into small pieces that can be a choking hazard, Buerkle said, which is why children younger than 3-years-old should not use or handle the gadgets. However, adolescents as old as 14 have reported choking on the toys (no word on whether they were sent back to preschool to learn that you shouldn’t put stuff in your mouth that’s not food).

CPSC recommends that consumers stay in the room when their fidget spinner is charging at all times, and always to use the cable that came with the device. If the spinner didn’t come with a cable, consumers should make sure to use a cable that has the proper connections for charging the device. Once the spinner is charged, consumers should unplug it right away, according to the commission.

Additionally, CPSC noted that if the fidget spinner was designed for children 12 years and younger, it must meet certain testing, labeling and other requirements.

Do I Have a Fidget Spinner Lawsuit?

The Product Liability Litigation Group at our law firm is an experienced team of trial lawyers that focus on the representation of plaintiffs in fidget spinner lawsuits. We are handling individual litigation nationwide and currently accepting new personal injury and property damage cases in all 50 states.

Free Case Evaluation: Again, if you were burned by a fidget spinner or your house had property damage from a fidget spinner fire, you should contact our law firm immediately. You may be entitled to a settlement by filing a suit and we can help.

Crofton Pressure Cooker Recall Lawsuit

Aldi is recalling its “CROFTON” Chef’s Collection saucepan 6L Pressure Cooker over concerns that a potentially defective lid may cause users severe burn and scald injuries.

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What’s the Problem?

August 7, 2017 – Pressure cookers affected by the recall may have a defective locking mechanism which causes the lid to detach while cooking, according to Aldi.

“If this happens, there is a risk of scalding to the user,” the company said. “ALDI takes product quality and safety very seriously, and wish to advise all customers of a recall.”

Recalled Crofton pressure cookers can be identified by the year “2017” printed on the base plate. No other pressure cooker models are affected by this recall, according to Aldi.

The cookers were supplied by H&H Asia Ltd, and sold in Aldi stores across the U.S. and overseas between June 28 and July 21, 2017. If you purchased one, stop using it and return it to the place of purchase for a full refund.

To date, no burn injuries or other incidents have been reported, Aldi said.

Do I Have a Crofton Pressure Cooker Recall Lawsuit?

The Product Liability Litigation Group at our law firm is an experienced team of trial lawyers that focus on the representation of plaintiffs in pressure cooker lawsuits. We are handling individual litigation nationwide and currently accepting new burn and scald injury cases in all 50 states.

Free Case Evaluation: Again, if you suffered an exploding pressure cooker injury, you should contact our law firm immediately. You may be entitled to a settlement by filing a suit and we can help.

iPhone Case Recall Lawsuit

Nearly 275,000 iPhone cases that contain liquid glitter are being recalled amid reports of leakage which caused some users to suffer burns and skin irritation.

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What’s the Problem?

August 3, 2017 – MixBin Electronics, the New Jersey firm that manufactured the iPhone cases, announced the recall following at least 24 reports of skin irritation or chemical burns, according to the U. S. Consumer Products Safety Commission (CPSC).

The manufacturer warned that if the cases crack or break, the liquid can leak out and come into contact with people’s skin. At least one consumer reported permanent scarring from a chemical burn, CPSC said. Another reported chemical burns and swelling to her leg, face, neck, chest, upper body and hands.

Affected products were manufactured in China and designed for iPhone 6, 6s and 7, according to CNN. The cases were sold nationwide through Amazon, Henri Bendel, Nordstrom Rack, Tory Burch, Victoria’s Secret and GetMixBin.com.

Customers should immediately stop using the recalled iPhone cases and contact MixBin for a refund, CPSC said. To view photos of cases affected by the recall, please visit the company’s website.

Do I Have an iPhone Case Recall Lawsuit?

The Product Liability Litigation Group at our law firm is an experienced team of trial lawyers that focus on the representation of plaintiffs in iPhone Case lawsuits. We are handling individual litigation nationwide and currently accepting new personal injury cases in all 50 states.

Free Case Evaluation: Again, if you or a loved one purchased an iPhone case and the contents of the case caused you to suffer skin irritation and/or burns, you should contact our law firm immediately. You may be entitled to a settlement by filing a suit and we can help.

iRover Hoverboard Recall Lawsuit

iRover is recalling two models of hoverboards over concerns that their lithium ion batteries can overheat, catch fire and explode.

Free Confidential Lawsuit Evaluation: If you or a loved one were injured by a hoverboard, or had property damage from a hoverboard fire, you should contact our law firm immediately. You may be entitled to compensation by filing a suit and our lawyers can help.

What’s the Problem?

July 26, 2017 – The recalled hoverboards were sold at Fallas Discount Stores in Los Angeles, CA., as well as at TJ Maxx and Marshalls stores across the U.S. from December 2015 through April 2017 for between $300 and $400, according to the U.S. Consumer Products Safety Commission (CPSC).

The recall affects about 2,800 iRover hoverboards with model numbers 87645 and 87644. The devices have 2 wheels on each end of the platform and the word “iRover” printed on the front outer casing. Model number are listed on the bottom of the unit.

CPSC said there have been at least 2 reports of the battery packs on recalled hoverboards smoking and overheating. No injuries or property damage have been reported to date.

If you purchased one of the affected hoverboards, you should stop using it immediately and call iRover for a free replacement.

Do I Have an iRover Hoverboard Lawsuit?

The Product Liability Litigation Group at our law firm is an experienced team of trial lawyers that focus on the representation of plaintiffs in hoverboard lawsuits. We are handling individual litigation nationwide and currently accepting new personal injury and property damage cases in all 50 states.

Free Case Evaluation: Again, if you or a loved one were injured by a hoverboard, or had property damage from a hoverboard fire, you should contact our law firm immediately. You may be entitled to a settlement by filing a suit and we can help.

Fidget Spinner Overheats, Nearly Burns 12-Year-Old California Girl

A special needs child from Fair Oaks, California, was frightened and nearly injured when her bluetooth fidget spinner overheated and began hissing while being charged.

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What’s the Problem?

July 18, 2017 – Allison Perrins is questioning the fidget spinner craze after the close call with her 12-year-old daughter, according to ABC10.

“It was so hot I couldn’t hold it at all,” Allison Perrins said. “What if my house had burned down? That’s pretty major.”

Fidget spinners are small toys made with metal and ball bearings that you twirl between your fingers. Almost overnight, the toys have become all the rage with kids across the U.S.

Costing just a few dollars apiece, the toys were originally intended to help ease symptoms of ADHD and anxiety.

However, the toys have since gained mainstream popularity. YouTube videos of fidget spinner tricks have been racking up millions of pageviews, and 200,000 people have posted on Instagram using the “spinner” hashtag.

In addition to the reports of fidget spinners overheating and catching fire, there have been warnings from the CPSC about the gadgets being a potential choking hazard. The commission is looking into the incidents of choking.

Do I Have a Fidget Spinner Lawsuit?

Free Case Evaluation: Again, if you were injured by a fidget spinner, or suffered property damage from a fidget spinner fire, you should contact our law firm immediately. You may be entitled to a settlement by filing a suit and we can help.

Dell Sued for $1.4 Million Over Laptop Battery Fire

A New Zealand couple has filed a lawsuit against Dell Inc. after their $2 million lodge was allegedly destroyed in a fire started by a defective laptop battery.

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What’s the Problem?

July 17, 2017 – According to the lawsuit, a defective lithium ion battery in a Dell laptop computer exploded in January 2014 after Plaintiffs Denise and Gordon McGregor had been watching a DVD of photographs.

The McGregors claim that the fire caused significant damage to the lodge’s main building, and that firefighters were unable to save it. A subsequent investigation by a fire investigators confirmed the laptop battery exploded, according to the lawsuit.

Plaintiffs allege that Dell failed to ensure the laptop was free of any defect which could pose a risk to public safety and that the company knew the ion batteries were capable of overheating and catching fire.

Dell denies liability and has added Gray’s Auctions Ltd — which sold the laptop online to the McGregors — as a 3rd party in the case. The company has also offered a number of defenses in support of dropping the suit.

However, Associate Judge Roger Bell has said there is sufficient cause for a lawsuit to proceed and has ordered discovery documents to be filed by Dell in order to defend the claim — including about battery and laptop recalls — before August 14.

The complaint was filed in the High Court at Auckland, New Zealand; the McGregors are seeking $1.4 million in damages against Dell.

Do I Have a Dell Laptop Fire Lawsuit?

The Product Liability Litigation Group at our law firm is an experienced team of trial lawyers that focus on the representation of plaintiffs in Dell laptop lawsuits. We are handling individual litigation nationwide and currently accepting new personal injury and property damage cases in all 50 states.

Free Case Evaluation: Again, if your Dell laptop battery overheated, caused a fire or exploded, you should contact our law firm immediately. You may be entitled to a settlement by filing a suit and we can help.

Turtle Wax Files Motion to Dismiss Benzene Exposure Lawsuit

Turtle Wax has filed a motion to dismiss a lawsuit filed by a man who claims he developed acute myeloid leukemia (AML) from benzene exposure.

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What’s the problem?

July 12, 2017 – Plaintiff Matthew Eaton filed a first amended complaint last month in Chesterfield, Missouri, according to the Madison -St. Clair Record.

In the suit, Eaton claims that he was exposed to benzene and benzene fumes from products he worked with for years as a service station employee. The complaint was filed against the following defendants:

Turtle Wax, Inc.
BP Corporation North America Inc.
Phillips 66 Company
Bauman Oil Distributors Inc.
Carter Oil Company
3M Company, also known as Minnesota Mining and Manufacturing,
Berryman Products
B’Laster Corporation
Berwind Corporation, doing business as CRC Industries
Safety-Kleen Systems Inc.

Turtle Wax argues that Eaton’s suit lacks merit by failing to provide specific facts, including:

The location of where the benzene exposure occurred;
Specific types of benzene-containing products alleged to have caused his injury, and
Dates and frequency of the alleged benzene exposure.

Defendant furthermore argues that Eaton’s lawsuit is barred by the doctrines of laches, waiver and estoppel; and is preempted by federal and state law. Turtle Wax filed a motion to dismiss on June 15 in St. Louis.

The lawsuit is: Madison County Circuit Court case number 17-L-644.

Do I Have a Benzene Lawsuit?

The Product Liability Litigation Group at our law firm is an experienced team of trial lawyers that focus on the representation of plaintiffs in benzene exposure lawsuits. We are handling individual litigation nationwide and currently accepting new injury and death cases in all 50 states.

Free Case Evaluation: Again, if you were harmed by benzene toxicity, you should contact our law firm immediately. You may be entitled to a settlement by filing a suit and we can help.

First Talcum Powder Cancer Trial Begins in California

The first California lawsuit against Johnson & Johnson bringing allegations of ovarian cancer from the company’s talc-containing Baby Powder and Shower-to-Shower has kicked off in the Superior Court of California for Los Angeles County.

Free Confidential Lawsuit Evaluation: If you or a loved one was diagnosed with ovarian cancer after using Johnson’s Baby Powder, Shower-to-Shower or other talc product, you should contact our law firm immediately. You may be entitled to compensation by filing a suit against the manufacturer and our lawyers can help.

What’s the Problem?

July 11, 2017 – The lawsuit involves a woman who claims that she developed ovarian cancer as a result of using Johnson’s Baby Powder and Shower-to-Shower.

So far, the talcum powder litigation has taken place in St. Louis, Missouri. A total of 5 cases have gone to verdict, with 4 in favor of plaintiffs and one in favor of J&J.

However, 2 rulings last month by the U.S. Supreme Court placed many such claims filed in Missouri in jeopardy since the plaintiffs do not reside in that state. Many legal analysts believe that California may be the next hotbed for talcum powder lawsuits, as plaintiffs in these cases more commonly reside in California, which means that their cases are not at risk of being dismissed.

Plaintiffs allege that use of talc-based products for feminine hygiene caused them to develop ovarian cancer. The complaints further allege that J&J and its talc suppliers knew their products caused ovarian cancer, but failed to provide warning labels or issue recalls for their products.

Defendants claim that studies linking talc to ovarian cancer are based on discredited studies, and they note that numerous regulatory agencies have decided against requiring warnings on talc-containing products.

The California lawsuit is: Eva Echeverria v. Johnson & Johnson, number BC628228, in the Superior Court of California for Los Angeles County.

Do I Have a Talcum Powder Lawsuit?

The Product Liability Litigation Group at our law firm is an experienced team of trial lawyers that focus on the representation of plaintiffs in talcum powder lawsuits. We are handling individual litigation nationwide and currently accepting new injury and death cases in all 50 states.

Free Case Evaluation: Again, if you got cancer from talcum powder, you should contact our law firm immediately. You may be entitled to a settlement by filing a suit and we can help.

TNT Fireworks Recalled for Exploding Prematurely

American Promotional Events is recalling more than 36,000 units of TNT Red, White, & Blue Smoke fireworks amid reports that some of the devices exploded when lit.

Free Confidential Lawsuit Evaluation: If you or a loved one has been injured by fireworks, you should contact our law firm immediately. You may be entitled to compensation by filing a suit and our lawyers can help.

What’s the problem?

July 11, 2017 – The recalled fireworks were sold at Walmart and Kroger stores in Illinois, Ohio, Vermont, and Wisconsin, according to the U.S. Consumer Products Safety Commission (CPSC). The devices emit colorful smoke and are not supposed to explode.

CPSC said at least three people suffered minor burns from the unintended fireworks explosions.

“The 30 days around the Fourth of July is when we see the most injuries occur,” said Ann Marie Buerkle, acting chairwoman of the CPSC.

TNT spokeswoman Sherri Simmons encouraged consumers who purchased the fireworks to report the product to American Promotional Events and return them to the point of purchase for a full refund.

“We want people to be safe and know they’re buying a good product,” Simmons said.

Do I have a Fireworks Injury Lawsuit?

The Product Liability Litigation Group at our law firm is an experienced team of trial lawyers that focus on the representation of plaintiffs in fireworks lawsuits. We are handling individual litigation nationwide and currently accepting new injury cases in all 50 states.

Free Case Evaluation: Again, if you or a loved one has been injured in a fireworks accident, you should contact our law firm immediately. You may be entitled to a settlement by filing a suit and we can help.

Benzene Lawsuit Filed in Illinois

A man from Wood River, Illinois, claims that he developed a rare form of cancer known as acute myeloid leukemia (AML) due to exposure to benzene from the Wood River Refinery.

What’s the Problem?

July 10, 2017 – According to the lawsuit, Plaintiff Dennis Determan lived near the Wood River Refinery from April 1991 to 2011, during which time he was exposed to benzene and benzene-containing chemicals.

In March 2017, Determan claims he was diagnosed with acute myeloid leukemia (AML), a rare type of cancer that starts in the blood-forming cells of the bone marrow.

Plaintiff alleges this exposure occurred due to exposure, inhalation, ingestion and/or absorption of benzene being emitted, leaked, spilled, dumped and discharged into the air and surface/ground water by manufacturing plants owned by Rust-Oleum Corporation and Turtle Wax, Inc.

Determan furthermore charges the companies with failure to warn residents near the Wood River Refinery of the health risks associated with proximal benzene exposure, and failure to recall all products containing the chemical.

Plaintiff is requesting a jury trial and seeking damages in excess of $50,000 together with costs expended, and for any further relief the court deems just and proper.

The lawsuit is: Madison County Circuit Court case number 17-L-872.

Do I Have a Benzene Lawsuit?

Free Case Evaluation: Again, if you or a loved one was injured by benzene exposure, you should contact our law firm immediately. You may be entitled to a settlement by filing a suit and we can help.

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