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What’s the Problem?
According to the U.S. Consumer Products Safety Commission (CPSC) [1], this recall affects Hampton Bay 54-inch Mara Indoor/Outdoor ceiling fans in the following finishes: Matte white, matte black, black, and polished nickel.
“The blades can detach from the fan while in use, posing an injury hazard to consumers,” CPSC said.
The ceiling fans were sold at Home Depot stores nationwide and online from April 2020 through October 2020 for about $150.
If you purchased a ceiling fan that is affected by this recall, you should inspect it using the instructions at www.kingoffans.com/MaraRecall.htm or by visiting the QR code listed in the recall press release. If you observe blade movement or uneven gaps between the blades and fan body or movement of the clip, you should contact King of Fans for a free replacement ceiling fan.
This recall began on December 23, 2020.
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Ceiling Fan Injuries in Children Uncommon but Preventable: Study
From 2013 to 2021, U.S. emergency departments saw an average of 2,300 pediatric injuries due to ceiling fans per year, according to a 2023 study published in the journal Pediatrics [2.], which determined that the injuries were uncommon but preventable.
The researchers gathered data from 640 records in the CPSC database to determine which injuries were caused by fans and found that there were approximately 2,300 pediatric head injuries from contact with ceiling fans per year from 2013 to 2021, totaling 20,523 over the 9 years observed.
Common scenarios included infants and toddlers being lifted into the air by an adult and hitting their head, and older children jumping off of a piece of furniture into the fans. Lacerations were the most common injury, with skull or facial fractures being rarely reported.
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FAQs
Can I file a lawsuit if my Hampton Bay ceiling fan caused damage or injury?
Yes, if your Hampton Bay ceiling fan caused property damage or injury due to a defect, you may be able to file a lawsuit for compensation. This could cover repair costs, medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and other related damages.
How can I find out if my Hampton Bay ceiling fan is part of a recall?
You can find out if your Hampton Bay ceiling fan is part of a recall by checking the model number on the fan and comparing it to recall notices available on the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) website or the manufacturer’s website. Retailers may also provide recall information.
What compensation might be available through the Hampton Bay ceiling fan lawsuit?
Compensation through the Hampton Bay ceiling fan lawsuit might include the cost of repairs or replacement of the defective fan, reimbursement for property damage, medical expenses if injuries occurred, and possibly punitive damages if negligence is proven.
What evidence is needed to support a claim in the Hampton Bay ceiling fan lawsuit?
To support a claim in the Hampton Bay ceiling fan lawsuit, evidence such as purchase receipts, photographs of the defective fan and any resulting damage, medical records if injuries occurred, and expert testimony regarding the defect may be required.
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Do I Have a Hampton Bay Ceiling Fan Lawsuit?
The Products Liability Litigation Group at Schmidt & Clark, LLP law firm is an experienced team of trial lawyers that focus on the representation of plaintiffs in Hampton Bay Ceiling Fan Lawsuits. We are handling individual litigation nationwide and currently accepting new injury and death cases in all 50 states.
If you or another loved one was harmed by a recalled ceiling fan, 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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