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Whole Foods recalls frozen yellow fin tuna steaks

admin — Tue, 06 Apr 2010 18:36:17 +0000

Whole Foods Market has announced a recall of frozen yellow fin tuna steaks that may contain high levels of histamine, a biological agent.

The affected tuna steaks all have best-by dates of December 5, 2010, and have been sold in stores in 28 states, including New Jersey. Elevated levels of histamine can cause a severe allergic reaction known as scombroid poisoning, which may result in a burning sensation in the mouth, itchy skin, rash, hives, facial swelling, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. So far, two incidents of the sickness have been reported.

If you or a loved one has become ill or injured from a dangerous food or defective product, contact the New Jersey product liability lawyers of Levinson Axelrod at 800-346-5529 today.

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.

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.

Seat-Failure Blamed in Product Liability Lawsuit Against Chevrolet

admin — Thu, 18 Feb 2010 19:31:37 +0000

A California woman recently filed a product-liability lawsuit against the popular U.S. auto manufacturer Chevrolet. The woman alleges that the serious head injuries she suffered in a rear-end collision were caused by the collapse her seat during the accident. The lawsuit claims that Chevrolet should be held accountable for the defective seat in her 2007 Chevy Tahoe.

If you or someone you love has been injured due to a defective product, contact the New Jersey product liability attorneys of Levinson Axelrod at 800-346-5529 today.

Baby Strollers Recalled After Amputating Children’s Fingers

admin — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 22:28:04 +0000

A popular model of stroller made by Maclaren USA since 1999 is being recalled after a dozen children have had their fingers amputated by the stroller’s hinges. All told, a million units are being recalled due to the exposed mechanism. If your child has been injured because of a faulty consumer product, the New Jersey product liability lawyers of Levinson Axelrod can help fight for the compensation you deserve.

Maclaren USA will send parents owning the stroller plastic covers to place over the hinges. According to the Consumer Product Safety Commission, the hinges are an amputation and laceration hazard, and parents should make sure to get the new plastic covers immediately.

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