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What’s the Problem?
On July 24, 2025, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) announced a recall for approximately 75,900 Light‑Up Slap Ruler Bracelets sold by Innovative Designs.
These bracelets featured easily opened battery compartments, permitting access to button cell batteries—violating federal toy safety requirements. Ingestion of button cells can cause deadly chemical burns or internal injury.
Although no injuries have been reported yet, we are actively investigating potential claims involving internal burns, hospitalization, and wrongful death.
Latest Minecraft Bracelet Lawsuit Updates
- July 24, 2025 – CPSC initiated recall (Recall No. 25‑404) after discovering non-compliant battery enclosures and the high risk of ingestion by children [1.].
Minecraft Bracelet Lawsuit Statistics
- Recalled units: About 75,900 Light‑Up Slap Ruler Bracelets sold nationwide March–May 2025, priced around $2 each.
- Incidents reported: One report of battery separating; no confirmed ingestion injuries or hospitalizations yet.
- Lawsuits filed: Zero as of July 2025, though legal interest is building.
- Collection of incident reports and medical documentation
- Tracking any ingestion-related hospital admissions or emergencies
- Potential consolidation of injury claims into coordinated actions
- Assessing appropriate damages and legal strategies
U.S. CPSC Reports and Statistics
The CPSC issued the recall due to violation of mandatory toy safety standards; the bracelet’s battery compartment allowed easy child access to button cell batteries, posing a high ingestion hazard.
Button cells can cause internal burns or fatal injury if swallowed. Consumers were instructed to stop using the bracelets, dispose of them according to guidelines, and submit photo proof to receive a full refund.
Injuries & Side Effects
Potential harms from these bracelets include:
- Internal chemical burns: Severe damage to esophagus or stomach from swallowed batteries
- Choking or airway obstruction: If battery becomes lodged in throat
- Psychological trauma: Trauma experienced by parents and children after exposure or ingestion events
Do You Qualify for a Minecraft Bracelet Lawsuit?
- You or your child used a recalled bracelet (models 718508MCR or 718075MCR) between March and May 2025.
- An ingestion incident occurred, leading to medical evaluation or hospitalization.
- You possess evidence such as purchase confirmation, the model number, photo of disposal, or diagnosis records.
Evidence Required for a Minecraft Bracelet Lawsuit
- Proof of purchase: Receipt or online order history
- Product identification: Packaging showing model number (718508MCR or 718075MCR)
- Photographic evidence: Images of bracelet before and after disposal, and refund submission
- Medical documentation: Hospital or doctor notes showing treatment for ingestion or burns
- Witness statements: Accounts from caregivers or emergency responders
Damages You Can Recover
- Medical expenses: Hospital stays, surgeries, treatments
- Pain and suffering: Emotional and physical distress from ingestion injury
- Loss of consortium: Family hardship and caregiver stress
- Punitive damages: If manufacturer knowingly violated safety standards
Recall Information
- Recall date: July 24, 2025 (CPSC Recall No. 25‑404)
- Product: Minecraft Light‑Up Slap Ruler Bracelets, models 718508MCR & 718075MCR, pink or green
- Units recalled: Approximately 75,900 sold at major retailers like Walmart and Amazon
- Hazard: Easily opened battery compartment allowing child access to button cell batteries with ingestion risk
- Remedy: Consumers directed to dispose and submit photo for a full refund from Innovative Designs
Statute of Limitations
- Most states require claims be filed within 2–3 years from date of injury or discovery.
- The discovery rule may extend deadlines if ingestion symptoms appeared later.
⚠️ Act quickly: Delay can jeopardize your right to compensation. Legal consultation is advised immediately.
Frequently Asked Questions
- 1. What should I do if my child swallowed a button battery?
- Seek immediate medical evaluation—even if no symptoms appear—and preserve the bracelet and packaging for evidence.
- 2. Can I file a claim if no injury occurred?
- Possibly—for emotional distress or healthcare precaution costs—but stronger cases involve documented injury.
- 3. Is it essential to keep the bracelet?
- Yes—retain any part of the product and packaging, even if disposed, with photos proving disposal per instructions.
- 4. What compensation is typical?
- Medical costs, emotional trauma, family disruption, and punitive damages in severe cases.
- 5. Have any lawsuits been filed?
- No lawsuits yet, but legal teams are investigating and preparing prospective claims.
- 6. Could this becomes a class action?
- Possible—if multiple ingestion or burn incidents occur, consolidation or class action status may follow.
- 7. Do I need to return the bracelet?
- No—dispose as instructed, photograph, and submit evidence to Innovative Designs for refund.
- 8. How long do I have to act?
- Generally 2–3 years, possibly longer if symptoms emerge later—consult legal counsel without delay.
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References
1. https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2025/Innovative-Designs-Recalls-Minecraft-Light-Up-Slap-Ruler-Bracelets-Due-to-Risk-of-Serious-Injury-or-Death-from-Button-Cell-Battery-Ingestion-Hazard-Violates-Mandatory-Standard-for-Toys