Posted on August 24th, 2010
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission has voluntarily recalled baby strollers after it was found that they pose the risk of collapsing.
Nearly 3,700 double strollers were recalled when it was found that the frame latch near the front wheels may collapse if the stroller hits an object. This would then cause the whole stroller to collapse.
There have been 185 reports of this happening and two injuries have been reported but neither of them were life threatening. The recall involves the 2007 and 2008 models of the Zooper Tango double strollers with production dates between January 2007 and April 2008.
If you or a loved one has been injured after using a defective product, contact the New Jersey product recall lawyers of Levinson and Axelrod by calling 800-346-5529.
Posted on August 12th, 2010
At the end of June, Kellogg announced a recall of over 28 million boxes of cereal due to the fact that the company found that the liner can produce a waxy taste and smell in the cereal.
Reportedly the Kellogg company destroyed multiple boxes of defective products that showed that the taste and smell were a result of chemical 2-methylnaphthalene before announcing the recall. This chemical has be known to be associated with lung injuries in adults.
The Subcommittee of Oversight and Investigation is asking for a meeting with Kellogg to address the issue and discuss the company’s activities and how they plan to prevent chemicals from entering the cereal.The committee has asked Kellogg to have relevant information ready by August 16,2010.
If you or a loved one has been injured after eating a defective food product, contact the New Jersey product recall lawyers of Levinson and Axelrod by callinf 800-346-5529 today.
Posted on July 21st, 2010
Baja Motorsports Mini Bikes and Go-Carts and the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission have announced the voluntary recall of their mini bikes and go-carts due to a fire or burn hazard.
The fire can occur when the gas cap leaks or detaches from the fuel tank on the recalled vehicles. There is also a sudden acceleration risk because where the fuel line and cable throttle are positioned.
There have been 9 reports of the fuel cap coming off or leaking and in one case, the defect caused a serious fire that injured a child. There has been 25 reports of the throttles getting stuck and causing injury to the face and other body parts.
If you or a family member has been injured by using a poorly manufactured product, contact the New Jersey product recall lawyers of the law office of Levinson and Axelrod by calling 800-346-5529.
Posted on July 14th, 2010
The U.S. Consumer Product and Safety Commision and Seattle Bike Supply have issued a voluntary recall of 2010 Redline Conquest Cyclocross Bicycles and Framesets because the forks on the bike could come lose, causing the driver to lose control of the bicycle and possibly fall and become injured.
Nearly 330 units have been recalled and includes the framesets and bicycles that are yellow and black. These bicycles are sold nationwide between July 2009 and May 2010. People are urged to stop using the products and to return it to the store for a fork replacement.
If you or a loved one has been injured because of a defective product, contact the New Jersey product recall lawyers of Levinson and Axelrod by calling 800-346-5529.
Posted on June 18th, 2010
Campbell soup has voluntarily recalled 15 million pounds of Spaghetti-o’s. The recall includes three different products including Spaghetti-o’s A to Z, Spaghetti-o’s with meatballs and Spaghetti-o’s with fun shapes and meatballs.
Campell’s has said that the products were under-processed. The affected products have a use by date between June 20-10 to December 20-11. Consumers that have purchased the defective products should not eat them. The defective cans can be returned to the store for an exchange or refund.
If you or a loved one has become ill after consuming a defective product, you need experienced representation on your side. Contact the New Jersey product liability lawyers of Levinson Axelrod by calling 800-346-5529.
Posted on June 4th, 2010
Whirlpool Corp. and the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission have voluntarily recalled 1.7 million dishwashers due to fire hazard.
The recall comes after 12 reports of fires happening after heating elements in the dishwasher fail after having an electrical issue. The fires have caused severe damage to the dishwasher and in one case, severe damage to the entire kitchen. Models affected in the recall include Maytag, Crosley, Jenn-Air, Amana, Admiral, Magic Chef.
A source from Business Week said that a person that has the recalled dishwasher can either choose to have someone come out and fix the dishwasher or have up to $250 for a new dishwasher.
If you or a loved one has been injured due to a poorly manufactured product, contact the New Jersey product recall lawyers of Levinson Axelrod, P.A. by calling 800-346-5529.
Posted on May 14th, 2010
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention have linked at least 23 confirmed cases of E. coli with Romaine lettuce grown at a farm in Arizona. Distributors Freshway Foods and Vaughan Foods have recalled bagged lettuce that could be traced back to that farm. The outbreak has been linked with companies that distribute to food service and wholesale buyers.
No deaths have been reported, but some experts speculate that the number of confirmed E. coli cases would be higher if more labs were capable of testing for that particular strain of the bacteria. Symptoms include abdominal cramps and diarrhea among other things, but 12 of the confirmed cases were severe enough to cause kidney failure in the patient. The product recall includes Romaine lettuce with a use-by date of May 12 or earlier.
Posted on November 9th, 2009
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.
