Published by On August 20, 2009 — Two Additional Infant Deaths Prompt Re-announcement of Simplicity “Close-Sleeper/Bedside Sleeper” Bassinets … Consumers urged to immediately stop using the 3-in-1 and 4-in-1 bassinets, including those with Graco logo and “Winnie the Pooh” motifs.
On August 27, 2008 the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) [1] issued an urgent nationwide warning regarding the Simplicity 3-in-1 and 4-in-1 convertible bassinets.
The warning was initiated after the CPSC received reports of two infant deaths associated with the Simplicity bassinets. Unfortunately, the company that has recently purchased all of Simplicity Inc’s assets has refused to initiate a formal recall of the bassinets.
If your child has been injured by a recalled bassinet, you should contact us immediately. You may be entitled to compensation by filing a product liability lawsuit and we can help.
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What’s the problem?
The CPSC has learned that on August 21, 2008, a 5-month-old girl from Shawnee, Kan. was strangled to death when she became entrapped between the bassinet’s metal bars. This is the second strangulation death CPSC has learned of in the close-sleeper bassinets. On September 29, 2007, a 4-month-old girl from Noel, Mo. became entrapped in the metal bars of the bassinet and died.
Again, the CPSC issued the safety alert or warning because SFCA Inc., the company which purchased all of Simplicity Inc.’s assets at public auction in April 2008, has refused to cooperate with the government and recall the products.
The Simplicity 3-in-1 and 4-in-1 convertible bassinets, including bassinets with the Graco logo and “Winnie the Pooh” motif licensed by Disney Consumer Products, contain metal bars that are covered by an adjustable fabric flap. This fabric flap is secured by Velcro© fasteners, which are intended to be partially removed when the bassinet is converted into the bedside/close-sleeper mode.
If the Velcro© fasteners are not properly re-secured when the fabric flap is adjusted, or if the consumer entirely removes the fabric flap exposing the metal bars, an infant can slip through the opening between the lower metal bar and the mattress support and become entrapped and suffocate or strangle. Consumers are urged to check their bassinets to ensure they are not using one of the recalled Simplicity bassinets.
Due to the serious hazard these bassinets pose to babies, the CPSC urges all Parents and caregivers to return these bassinets to the retail store where they were purchased. All of the recalled bassinets can pose a danger to infants.
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FAQs
What should I do if I suspect my Simplicity bassinet is defective but haven’t received a recall notice?
Check the CPSC website for recall notices, contact the manufacturer directly, and stop using the product until you confirm whether it has been recalled. Consult with an attorney if you have concerns about safety or potential claims.
How can an attorney help with a Simplicity bassinet lawsuit?
An attorney can help by gathering evidence, filing the lawsuit, negotiating with the defendants, and representing you in court. They can also ensure that your rights are protected throughout the process.
What legal options are available if a loved one was harmed by a defective Simplicity bassinet?
If a loved one was harmed, you might be eligible to file a personal injury or wrongful death lawsuit, seeking compensation for medical expenses, pain and suffering, and emotional distress.
Can I still join the lawsuit if my child experienced mild issues with a defective Simplicity bassinet?
Yes, even if your child’s issues were mild, you may still be eligible to join the lawsuit and seek compensation for any related costs and inconveniences.
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Do I Have a Simplicity Bassinet Lawsuit?
The Products Liability Litigation Group at our law firm is an experienced team of trial lawyers that focus exclusively on the representation of plaintiffs in bassinet injury lawsuits. We are handling individual litigation nationwide and currently accepting new Simplicity Bassinet cases in all 50 states.
If your child has been injured by a recalled bassinet, you should contact us immediately. You may be entitled to compensation by filing a product liability lawsuit and we can help.