An Uber spokesperson told NPR that the company took action after learning of the fire but “could have done more.” According to reports from The Wall Street Journal and NPR, popular ridesharing service Uber leased vehicles to customers even though it knew the vehicles contained a defect that could lead to an electrical fire. Reports […]
Keurig Settlement over Burn Injuries
Unfortunately, companies sometimes put profits ahead of people’s safety. In just a few short years, single-serve pod coffeemakers have replaced standard coffee machines in many offices and homes across the country. Recently, however, the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) announced that Keurig, one of the most popular brands of pod coffee machines, will pay $5.8 […]
Defective Products – Lawyer Talks about Dangerous Magnets Being Allowed Back in Stores
Many of the products containing the rare earth magnets have been remarketed under new names A few years ago, desktop magnet sculptures were a popular gift, especially around the holidays. Made up of dozens of tiny magnetic balls, they decorated the offices of numerous executives and hard-to-shop-for bosses. Sometimes marketed under the name Buckyballs, Zen […]
New York Defective Products Lawyer Discusses FDA Takes Action on Exploding E-cigarettes
High tech alternatives to traditional cigarettes are often marketed as a “safer” way to consume nicotine. Electronic cigarettes — or e-cigarettes — have become increasingly popular in recent years, especially among young people. According to a surgeon general’s report, e-cigarette use among U.S. high school students increased by a staggering 900 percent between 2011 and […]
New York City Defective Product Lawyer Jonathan C. Reiter – PetSmart Agrees to $4.25 Million Penalty in Defective Fish Bowl Case
If you have been injured by a defective consumer product, you may be eligible to receive compensation for your injuries, pain and suffering, medical bills, and other damages Most people don’t think of fish bowls when they imagine a dangerous product. However, a recent penalty assessed against pet product retailer PetSmart demonstrates why it’s important […]
New York Product Liability Lawyer Explains – 5 of the Deadliest Consumer Products Ever Sold
The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) and other government agencies issue recalls when dangerous products hurt people. Most people rely on dozens of consumer products every day to make their lives easier and more enjoyable. From the toothpaste you use in the morning to the smartphone in your pocket, you probably touch and handle consumer […]
