USDA announced recall of 90,000 pounds of chicken nuggets

Posted on July 28th, 2010 No Comments

The USDA had announced the recall of almost 90,000 pounds of chicken nuggets that were sold in Wal-Mart stores. The frozen chicken nuggets were made by Perdue Farms Inc. and were sold with the “Great Value” label.

These recalled products may contain plastic products inside the chicken. Officials have said that no injuries were reported from the products but there have been complaints of consumers finding blue pieces in their nuggets.

The product code for the recalled products are the one-pound 13-ounce bag of nuggets with a “Best If Used By date of June 9, 2010.

If you or a loved one have been injured because of a defective food product, contact the New Jersey product recall lawyers of Levinson and Axelrod by calling 800-346-5529.

1 million baby slings recalled after infant deaths

Posted on March 25th, 2010 No Comments

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

Posted on March 5th, 2010 No Comments

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

Posted on February 18th, 2010 No Comments

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

Posted on November 9th, 2009 No Comments

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.