Household equipment and other products often contain defects that are dangerous to household occupants. Burn, poisoning, and electrocution are among the hazards commonly posed by malfunctioning or otherwise dangerous household appliances and products. On July 29, 2015, for instance, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) announced the recall, by Whirlpool Corporation, of approximately 33,000 […]
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Household Heaters Recalled after Dozens Report Spraying of Heated Oil
People across the country purchase portable heaters in cold weather or portable fans or air-conditioners in warmer weather to supplement their central heating or cooling systems. Though most consumers justifiably assume that these products are safe, many of them contain defects that can cause injury to those who use them. In early 2015, for example, […]
Contaminated Medical Equipment May Be Responsible for Multiple Infections and at Least Two Deaths
Specialized endoscopes are routinely used to diagnose and treat both pancreatic and bile-duct diseases. Though single-use, disposable equipment has been advocated by some experts, the multiple-use endoscopes requiring sterilization after each procedure are generally employed. Despite careful compliance with manufacturers’ sterilization instructions, however, the equipment is frequently found to harbor bacteria that were not removed […]
More Laws Are Being Passed to Protect Bicyclists from Careless Drivers
Bicyclists often take to our roads and streets during warm weather months, and many ride for enjoyment or use bicycles as their chosen mode of transportation nearly all year round. Though most bicyclists take precautions for their own safety while riding on roads with other vehicles, they are, nevertheless, particularly vulnerable to harm. A bicyclist […]
Defective Gas Appliances and Other Products May Cause Serious Injury or Death to Consumers
Many consumers prefer gas appliances to those powered by electricity. Though these products are generally safe for consumers’ use, defects in their design or manufacture may result in an unknowing consumer’s serious injury or death. On September 23, 2014, for example, Hearth & Home Technologies recalled approximately 20,000 gas fireplaces, stoves, inserts, and log sets […]
