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HP recalls laptop batteries

admin — Fri, 28 May 2010 20:34:32 +0000

Hewlett-Packard Co., the Palo Alto-based computer company, issued a voluntary recall of the lithium-ion batteries used in certain HP and Compaq notebook computers on May 21.

The recall is prompted by reports of batteries overheating, posing a fire and burn hazard to consumers. Since their earlier recall in May, 38 additional reports of batteries overheating and rupturing have been made, 11 of which resulted in minor personal injury and 31 of which resulted in minor property damages.

The models included in the recall are listed in the announcement. Consumers should immediately remove the batteries from their notebooks and contact HP to ascertain whether or not their battery is included in the recall (even if the battery has already been checked due to the prior recall). If qualified, consumers will receive a fee replacement battery.

If you have been injured by an exploding laptop battery or any other defective product, contact the New Jersey product liability lawyers of Levinson Axelrod, P.A., today by calling 800-346-5529.

Cost Plus Inc. recalls tea glasses

admin — Fri, 28 May 2010 19:28:44 +0000

In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, Cost Plus Inc. issued a voluntary recall of their Moroccan tea glasses this week.

The Oakland-based distributor is prepared to refund the full price of the glasses if they are returned to any Cost Plus or World Market store. The recall is expected to affect about 14,000 units.

According to the announcement, the tea glass exterior coloring contains excessive levels of lead.

Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects even in small amounts.

If you have been injured by a faulty product, contact the New Jersey product liability lawyers of Levinson Axelrod, P.A., today by calling 800-346-5529.

1 million baby slings recalled after infant deaths

admin — Thu, 25 Mar 2010 18:29:39 +0000

The US Consumer Product and Safety Commission has announced a recall of some 1 million baby slings produced by Infantino after the products caused the deaths of three infants. If you or someone you love has been injured as the result of a defective product, the New Jersey product liability attorneys of Levinson Axelrod may be able to give you the help you need.

San Diego-based Infantino is offering a free replacement of its “SlingRider” and “Wendy Bellisimo” models, which were related to the deaths of three infants in 2009. The slings were sold in Walmart, Target, Burlington Coat Factory, Baby’s “R” Us, and more.

If you or someone you love has been injured by a defective product, you may be entitled to financial compensation for your medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering. To learn more about how the New Jersey product recall attorneys of Levinson Axelrod can help you, contact us today by calling 800-346-5529.

Children’s high chairs recalled because of fall hazard

admin — Fri, 19 Mar 2010 16:16:37 +0000

The government has recalled 1.2 million high chairs that present a fall hazard to children.

The high chairs, manufactured by the Graco company, can tip over unexpectedly when the screws that hold the front legs to the chair loosen and fall out. So far, more than 460 complaints have been filed and 24 injured have been reported, including cuts, bruises, scratches, head injuries, and fractures.

If you or a loved one has been injured by a defective or malfunctioning product, contact the New Jersey product liability lawyers of Levinson Axelrod at 800-346-5529.

Foods Recalled Over Salmonella Concerns

admin — Sat, 06 Mar 2010 01:02:05 +0000

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is issuing a sweeping recall covering a wide array of foods after a common ingredient was found to contain trace amounts of the pathogen salmonella. If you or someone you love has been hurt as the result of tainted food, the New Jersey product liability attorneys of Levinson Axelrod may be able to help you get the money you need.

The products recalled include a wide range of different foodstuffs containing a popular hydrolyzed vegetable protein, including:

Chip dips
Salad dressings
Pre-packaged meal products
Snack foods
Soup mixes

If you or someone you love has been made sick as the result of an unsafe food product, the New Jersey product liability attorneys of Levinson Axelrod may be able to help. Contact us today by calling 800-346-5529.

MooreCo Recalls Office Chairs

admin — Wed, 20 Jan 2010 23:32:31 +0000

The New Jersey product liability attorneys of Levinson Axelrod have learned that furniture manufacturer MooreCo has issued a recall for about 700 of its ergonomic office chairs.

According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, the legs on the Spine Align and Posture Perfect Ergonomic Office Chairs can break, posing a falling hazard. Three people have reported minor injuries as a result of the chairs. Additionally, one person’s pre-existing back problem was aggravated.

If you or someone you love has been injured by a consumer product, contact the New Jersey product liability attorneys of Levinson Axelrod today by calling 800-346-5529.

Johnson & Johnson Releases Belated Tylenol Recall

admin — Mon, 18 Jan 2010 18:58:07 +0000

Pharmaceuticals and consumer goods giant Johnson & Johnson has issued a belated recall for several batches of Tylenol and other over-the-counter medication, amounting to millions of pills. If you or someone you love has been injured by a tainted product, the New Jersey product liability lawyers of Levinson Axelrod may be able to help secure you the compensation you deserve.

The products affected by the recall include:

Benadryl
Motrin
Rolaids
Simply Sleep
St. Joseph Aspirin
Tylenol

According to a federal inspection outlined by the FDA, the recall comes a shocking 20 months after Johnson & Johnson first received complaints about moldy-smelling bottles of Tylenol. The lackadaisical treatment of the recall has put millions of Americans at risk.

The most famous recall of Tylenol came in 1982, following several deaths caused by tainted pills.

If you or someone you love has been injured or worse due to tainted drugs, contact the New Jersey product liability attorneys of Levinson Axelrod today by calling 800-346-5529 today.

Portable Nightlights Recalled

admin — Mon, 14 Dec 2009 15:57:42 +0000

The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) and OSRAM SYLVANIA Products Inc. announced a recall for the company’s PalPODzzz line of portable night lights shaped like rocket ships. If you or someone you love has been injured by a consumer product, the New Jersey product liability attorneys of Levinson Axelrod may be able to help you get the compensation you deserve.

According to the CPSC, the plastic cover on the bottom of the night light can fall off, exposing internal electrical components and creating a high electric shock risk. The firm has received three reports of consumers receiving minor electrical shocks after the touching the exposed electrical components.

If you or someone you love has been injured by a poorly manufactured or designed product, contact the New Jersey product recall lawyers of Levinson Axelrod today by calling 800-346-5529.

JCPenny Recalls BBQ Grills

admin — Fri, 11 Dec 2009 16:20:33 +0000

JCPenny is recalling a line of barbecue grills sold at the department store due to a fire hazard. If you or someone you love has been injured by an unsafe consumer product, the New Jersey product liability lawyers of Levinson Axelrod may be able to help you get the justice you deserve.

The Cooks-brand line of barbecue grills, which sold for between $190 and $600, is fitted with a drip pan which provides inadequate drainage. When the pan fills with grease run-off, it poses a serious fire risk. No injuries have been reported.

If you or someone you love has been injured by a shoddy product, contact the New Jersey product liability attorneys of Levinson Axelrod today by calling 800-346-5529.

Simon & Schuster Recalls Children’s Book

admin — Thu, 10 Dec 2009 15:33:21 +0000

Giant publishing firm Simon & Schuster and the US Consumer Product Safety Commission have issued a recall for “Monday the Bullfrog,” a plush children’s book which presents a choking hazard to small children. If your child has been injured or worse by a toy, the New Jersey product recall lawyers of Levinson Axelrod may be able to get you the compensation you deserve.

According to the recall, the plastic eyes on the plush bullfrog (which holds the book in its mouth) can be easily pulled off and swallowed by children, presenting a serious choking hazard. About 142,000 of the plush books were manufactured since 2006. Simon & Schuster say they became aware of three instances in which the eyes came off in use, and one in which the eyes came off while still in the box.

If you or someone you love has been injured by a consumer product, contact the New Jersey product liability lawyers of Levinson Axelrod by calling 800-346-5529.