NuWave Nutri-Pot Pressure Cooker Lawsuit Attorney

Who Qualifies for the Lawsuit?

• If you or a loved one suffered burns or injuries due to a NuWave Nutri-Pot malfunction, you may be eligible to file a lawsuit.
• Claims include defective safety mechanisms, improper lid sealing, and explosion risks leading to serious harm.
• Compensation may cover medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and property damage.

How Does the NuWave Nutri-Pot Work?

According to the Nu Wave, the manufacturer [1], Nutri-Pot Digital Pressure Cooker consists of a cooking pot and a special lid that locks into place on top of the pot. When it is heated, steam is sealed inside, which creates pressure and cooks the food.

The Nutri-Pot can sear, stew, steam, simmer, bake, can, slow cook and keep your food warm with just push of a button, according to NuWave. Prepare everything from soups and desserts to complete meals for the whole family in no time at all.

Related Article: Pressure Cooker Lawsuit Update

Is Your NuWave Nutri-Pot Safe to Use?

NuWave describes the Nutri-Pot as a digital pressure cooker with a locking lid that seals in steam to build pressure.

While it promises fast, convenient cooking, reports suggest serious design flaws that make it unsafe.

Many users report the lid detaching under pressure, explosions of hot food and steam, and defective safety mechanisms that fail to release pressure properly.

What Causes Pressure Cooker Explosions?

Common Defects Leading to Accidents:

• Faulty Gaskets: Gaskets should release steam safely, but defective ones trap excess pressure, leading to explosions.
• Improper Seals: If the lid does not lock correctly, the pressure cooker can forcefully eject contents unexpectedly.
• Blocked Vents: Vents should release extra pressure, but clogged or faulty vents increase explosion risk.
• Overfilled Chambers: Filling past the max line leads to forceful liquid and food ejection.

What to Do if Your Pressure Cooker Malfunctions:

1. Stop using it immediately.
2. Document the issue with photos or videos.
3. Consult a lawyer to explore your legal options.

Pressure Cooker Injuries

• Severe burns to the arms, legs, face, and other parts of the body
• Scars and disfigurement
• Damages to kitchen walls, cabinets, and floors
• And more

How Common Are Pressure Cooker Explosions?

• 46% of reported injuries occur in users between 30-50 years old.
• 10% of victims are 51-70 years old.
• In 2008, 17 of 39 pressure cooker-related ER visits involved explosions or sudden ejections of hot liquids.

Past Recalls for Defective Pressure Cookers:

• Power Pressure Cooker XL (2018): Nearly 1 million units recalled for explosion risks.
• Crock-Pot Express Crock (2019): 119,000 units recalled due to lids violently detaching.
• Fagor Splendid Chef (2007-2015): Over 400,000 recalled following 70+ burn injury reports.

General Pressure Cooker Statistics:

According to the National Electronic Injury Surveillance System, the majority of pressure cooker users are over the age of 30, with 46% of injured parties between the ages of 30 and 50, and 10% between 51 and 70. In 2008, of 39 sampled cases of pressure cooker-associated emergency room visits, 17 involved injuries where the pressure cooker either exploded or liquids burst from the pot, causing burns. The remaining 22 involved contact burns or steam burns.

There have been several recalls of pressure cookers in recent years due to safety concerns, including:

• • FagorSplendid Chef: Over 400,000 were recalled from 2007-2015, with more than 70 burn injuries reported.
  • Tristar Pressure Cooker: Recall of 145,000 units in 2012 due to lid detachments caused by excess pressure buildup, resulting in 29 reports of injuries.
  • Power Pressure Cooker XL: Recall nearly 1 million cookers in 2018 due to explosion and malfunction complaints.
  • Instant Pot Gem 65: Some batches were recalled in 2018 for potential fire risk from overheating.
  • Crock-Pot Express Crock: 2019 recall of 119,000 units following 99 incidents of the lid detaching violently.

Louisiana Man Files NuWave Pressure Cooker Lawsuit

According to the Louisiana Record, a chef asserts that a pressure cooker malfunction led to severe burns on his chest, face, and arms [2].

Donald Douglas Depp Sr. initiated legal action in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Louisiana against NuWave LLC, citing breach of warranty, and strict product liability related to manufacturing and/or design defects, among other claims.

The plaintiff alleges that on Dec. 15, 2015, he was severely injured and sustained serious burns when the NuWave pressure cooker he purchased from the defendant exploded after he had released the pressure as indicated in its instruction manual, the complaint states. 

The plaintiff seeks a jury trial and demands compensation for all actual damages, with interest, costs, expenses, attorney fees, and any other appropriate relief.

The case is registered in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Louisiana under case number 2:16-cv-17126.

Nutri-Pot Lawsuit Filed in Illinois

In June 2019, a resident of Tennessee initiated legal proceedings against NuWave Nutri-Pot Pressure Cooker after sustaining burns, as indicated in a lawsuit filed in May 2020 [3].

The case revolves around a specific model, the NuWave Nutri-Pot 6-Quart Digital Pressure Cooker, identified by its Model Number 33101.

On or about June 22, 2019, Plaintiff suffered serious and substantial burn injuries as the direct and proximate result of the pressure cooker’s lid being able to be rotated and opened while the pressure cooker was still under pressure, during the normal, directed use of the pressure cooker, allowing its scalding hot contents to be forcefully ejected from the pressure cooker and onto Plaintiff," the complaint states. 

NuWave is accused of neglecting to recall the pressure cooker despite an increasing number of complaints and legal actions from individuals who suffered burns following explosions.

The lawsuit was officially filed on May 27, 2020, in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois (Eastern Division), under Case No. 1:20-cv-03124.

FAQs

Can I return my NuWave Nutri-Pot if it’s recalled?

Yes. If NuWave issues a recall, follow their return instructions for a refund or replacement.

How do I report a malfunction or injury?

Report to the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) via their website or hotline.

How can a lawyer help my case?

A lawyer will gather evidence, file your claim, negotiate settlements, and represent you in court.

Can I claim property damage in my lawsuit?

Yes! If your pressure cooker damaged your home or belongings, you may be compensated for repairs or replacements.

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Get a Free NuWave Nutri-Pot Lawsuit Evaluation With Our Lawyers

The Product Liability Litigation Group at Schmidt & Clark, LLP law firm is an experienced team of trial lawyers that focus on the representation of plaintiffs in NuWave Nutri-Pot Lawsuits. We are handling individual litigation nationwide and currently accepting new burn injury cases in all 50 states.

If you or a loved one has been injured by an exploding pressure cooker, you should contact our law firm immediately. You may be entitled to a settlement by filing a suit and we can help.

References:

1. https://www.nuwavenow.com/blogs/recipes/tagged/mp-nutri-pot-pressure-cooker
2. https://louisianarecord.com/stories/511062989-man-claims-nuwave-pressure-cooker-failed-caused-burns-on-body
3. https://www.schmidtandclark.com/wp-content/uploads/NuWave-Pressure-Cooker-Lawsuit-Filed-in-Illinois-Federal-Court-by-Johnson-Becker-PLLC.pdf