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  • Baby Rattles Recalled Because of Choking Hazard

    Posted Apr 26th, 2012 By in Child Safety, Product Liability, Product Recall With | No Comments

    In a news release, Manhattan Group LLC, in association with and in compliance with the rules and guidelines of the US Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), announced the voluntary safety recall of Whoozit Starry Time Rattles because of a choking hazard the rattles pose to small children.

    This recall affects approximately 3,000 Whoozit Starry Time Rattles in the US and an additional 150 in Canada that were available through specialty toy and baby stores, as well as online, across North America from September 2011 through March 2012. The rattles consist of three colored plastic stars stacked between two clear spheres that are filled with multi-colored beads and plastic discs with character’s faces on them. The recall was put into action when the company learned that the clear plastic spheres on either end of the rattles could potentially fracture and break, releasing the inner beads that pose a choking hazard to small children. To date, Manhattan Group is aware of two incidents of the rattles breaking; however no injuries occurred in those events.

    Consumers are being advised to remove the rattles from children’s possession at once and to return them to the place of purchase for a full refund.

    As a Harrisburg personal injury lawyer, I have seen the tragic injuries that can come of the use of a defective product and know that these kinds of safety recalls occur quite often. If you or your child has sustained in injury due to the normal use of a defective product, it could be in your interests to speak with a Lancaster personal injury attorney to discuss the legal avenues that could possibly be open to you.

  • Dry, Smoked Fish Recalled Due to Health Concerns

    Posted Apr 26th, 2012 By in Foodborne Illness, Product Liability, Product Recall With | No Comments

    In a press statement, LA Star Seafood Co. Inc, in conjunction with and in accordance with the standards and regulations of the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA), announced the voluntary safety recall of Vobla Dry and Vobla Smoked fish due to these products’ potential for being contaminated with Clostridium botulinum.

    The recall applies to 20-pound bulk boxes of both Vobla Dry and Vobla Smoked fish that were distributed and sold throughout multiple states. The products were not vacuum packed and the cases cannot be identified by lot numbers or expiration dates. The fish are being recalled because they were not properly eviscerated prior to being packed and shipped. Improperly eviscerated fish that are more than 5-inches in length are prohibited from being sold due to their potential for harboring Clostridium botulinum spores, which can be concentrated within the viscera of the fish. Clostridium botulinum spores can result in an outbreak of botulism, a potentially life threatening illnesses that can result in symptoms such as blurred vision, fatigue, poor reflexes, difficulty swallowing, and respiratory paralysis that could result in death. The recall was issued after the FDA discovered that these fish products had not been properly eviscerated during a routine inspection and notified the company. No illnesses have been reported in relation to this recall as of yet.

    Consumers that may have purchased the recalled fish products between February 28 and April 23 of this year are being urged to destroy or return them to the place of purchase.

    As a Harrisburg personal injury attorney, I’ve witnessed this sort of food safety recall several times over the course of my career and I understand the devastating illnesses that can result from the consumption of a defective food product. If you’ve suffered adverse health effects due to the handling or consumption of a defective food product, consult a York personal injury lawyer to talk about some of the legal option that could possibly be at your disposal.

  • Pimento Spread Recalled Due to Undeclared Allergen

    Posted Apr 26th, 2012 By in Personal Injury, Product Liability, Product Recall With | No Comments

    In a press release, Reser’s Fine Foods, Inc, in cooperation with and in compliance with the standards and guidelines of the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA), announced the voluntary food safety recall of certain cases of Mrs. Weaver’s Pimento Spread due to a labeling error that has resulted in an undeclared allergen hazard.

    This recall affects roughly 653 cases of Mrs. Weaver’s Pimento Spread packaged in 7-ounce containers and distributed across multiple states between April 11 and April 17, 2012. The recalled cases of pimento spread can be further identified by their UPC code 71117.00003 and “Use by” date of Aug/05/12. The recall was initiated after Reser’s Fine Foods found that the recalled pimento spread had been mistakenly packaged in containers marked as Ham Salad. This presents an undeclared allergen hazard to consumers with allergies to milk and milk products. Consumers with allergies to milk products run the risk of suffering a serious reaction should they consumer this product. To date, there have been no reports of adverse health effects in association with this recall.

    Consumers are being instructed to return the recalled pimento spread to the place of purchase to receive a full refund.

    As a Harrisburg personal injury lawyer, I have seen this type of food safety recall many times in the past and I understand the illnesses that are possible due to the handling and consumption of mislabeled food products. If you’ve fallen ill due to the handling or consumption of a mislabeled or otherwise defective food product, speak with a Lancaster personal injury lawyer to learn more about your legal rights as a consumer.

  • PSP Working with Neighboring States to Extend Enforcement

    Posted Apr 25th, 2012 By in Car Safety, Personal Injury, Personal Injury Lawyer With | No Comments

    Media sources reported that, at the direction of the governor, the Pennsylvania State Police is collaborating with law enforcement agencies in neighboring states to share information concerning offenders that may travel between jurisdictions.

    Representatives from the Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency (PCCD), State Police and the Board of Probation and Parole (PBPP) held a meeting with representatives from Maryland and West Virginia to talk about implementing certain technological measures to share information efficiently about offenders that float between the states. PCCD Chairman Mark Zimmer stated, “Criminals and their illegal activities cross and re-cross state lines constantly. We will have the capability to monitor such activity while working together with our colleagues from neighboring states.”

    The cross-boarder partnership will allow law enforcement agencies to exchange information regarding arrests, so that they make take appropriate steps and eliminate loopholes between the agencies.

    A summit to discuss information sharing between the aforementioned states and representatives from Delaware, Washington, DC, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, and Virginia is scheduled for June.

    As a Harrisburg personal injury attorney, I’m glad to learn that law enforcement agencies are developing new methods that emphasize the safety of our nation across borders. If you’ve suffered an injury in an accident that you believe was the result of the negligent actions of another, contact a Lancaster personal injury lawyer to talk about your legal rights as they apply to the situation.

  • Google, Automakers Working to Develop Automated Cars

    Posted Apr 25th, 2012 By in Car Accident Lawyer, Car Safety, Personal Injury Lawyer With | No Comments

    News agencies reported that the search engine giant Google, Inc is working closely with automakers to develop the technology for self-driving vehicles to be released in the next few years.

    Google project manager Anthony Levandowski stated, “The most important thing computers can do in the next 10 years is drive a car. We don’t know what it’s going to take to show it’s safer than a driver.” Levandowski claims that Google could make the announcement concerning when the technology will be available in vehicles as early as next year. However, the company still has to prove mathematically that the self-driving technology is safer and makes fewer mistakes than human drivers. The company reported that their self-driving vehicles completed a test course an average of a few seconds faster than human drivers. Right now, the company is considering whether they should partner with one automaker or to retrofit a small fleet of vehicles. “We don’t want to make cars. That’s not our interest,” Levandowski said. “All options are open. From giving the technology away to licensing it ot working with Tier 1s, Tier 2s, working with OEMs, building a car with them, everything is open and we’re trying to figure out which paths make the most sense. We’re talking to basically every car company to see what their level of excitement is and how do we work with them.”

    Google is also speaking with several insurance companies as part of a multi-pronged effort to make automated vehicles a reality in the near future. The company has said that they are not fully clear on whether they would need to offer some sort of insurance policy to the first drivers to use the system. “We’re going to stand by our software products,” Levandowski said, expounding that once the technology is for sale, the company will have the data to back up their vehicles’ safety.

    As a Harrisburg car accident lawyer, I’m glad to see that research into technology that will make the road a safer place is yielding positive results and I look forward to future developments in that same vein. If you’ve sustained an injury in a collision that you think was the result of the negligent actions of another, speak with a Harrisburg personal injury lawyer to talk about some of the options that may be at your disposal.

  • Epinephrine Injection Recalled Due to Quality Concerns

    Posted Apr 25th, 2012 By in Personal Injury, Product Liability, Product Recall With | No Comments

    In a news release, American Regent, in association with and in compliance with the standards and regulations of the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA), announced the voluntary recall of one lot of Epinephrine Injection, USP, 1:1000, 1 mL due to discoloration and visible particulate matter that has raised concerns over the quality and safety of the injections.

    This recall is restricted to the Retail/Hospital Level and applies to Epinephrine Injections with lot number 1395 only. The recall was initiated when the company discovered that several ampules of the affected lot were discolored and had visible particulate matter inside. Intravenous injections containing particulates could result in disruption of blood flow in small blood vessels in the lung, localized inflammation and granuloma formation. The injection of solutions with particulate matter could also lead to muscle and tissue damage during subcutaneous and intramuscular injections. Adverse events stemming from the spinal injection or topical ocular administration of the recall injectable remain unknown, however it is believed that inflammation and irritation could occur.

    Any hospitals, retail pharmacies, clinics, physician offices and other healthcare facilities that may be in possession of the recalled injections are advised not to use them and to quarantine them at once until they can be returned to the company.

    As a Harrisburg personal injury attorney, I’ve witnessed this kind of safety recall before and understand the severe adverse health effects that can result from the use of a contaminated medical product. If you’ve suffered adverse health effects due to the use of a defective medical product, consult a York personal injury attorney to learn more about the legal options that could be open to you.

  • New App Provides Recall, Food Safety Alerts

    Posted Apr 25th, 2012 By in Personal Injury, Product Liability, Product Recall With | No Comments

    News sources reported that a new, free application is available for Apple iOS, Android and Facebook known as Recalls Plus that can provide parents and germaphobes with up-to-date information on all product and food safety recalls.

    Statistics from the US Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) show that more than 50,000 children age 5 and younger seek medical attention in emergency rooms due to injuries from recalled products each year. In the US, roughly 1 in 6 people fall ill from the consumption of contaminated food product annually. Common causes for recalls include undeclared allergens, dangerous bacteria developing during the distribution process and manufacturers noticing a safety defect after the fact. Many individuals will never know about the problems with these products unless they pay attention to reports from government officials, and, even still, it’s difficult to keep informed.

    The app is completely customizable and allows the user to create lists of specific brands and products for which they want to stay up-to-date. The app even allows these products to be categorized by age usage, so, if a bicycle is recalled in a specific age group, it only informs the user if the criteria applies to what the user has listed. Users with allergies are able to track recalls for foods based on specific allergens so that they know to stay away from those products.

    As a Harrisburg personal injury lawyer, I’m glad that advances in technology are allowing safety information to be passed on to consumers like never before in the effort of keeping everyone informed and safe. If you’ve suffered an injury through the use of a recalled product, speak with a Lancaster personal injury attorney to talk about some of the legal avenues that could potentially be open to you.

  • Puma Jackets Recalled Because of Entanglement Hazard

    Posted Apr 25th, 2012 By in Personal Injury, Product Liability, Product Recall With | No Comments

    In a press statement, Puma North America, Inc, in conjunction with and in accordance with the rules and guidelines of the US Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), announced the voluntary safety recall of V-Konstruct Training Jackets with Pockets because of an entanglement hazard the jackets pose to consumers.

    The recall affects roughly 5,000 Puma USA V-Konstruct Training Jackets with Pockets that were available through retail clothing stores and online across the nation from January 2007 through January 2012. The recall applies to all training jackets with model numbers 65110201, 65110202, 65110203, 65110204, and 54110205. The model number can be located on white care label that is stitched into the side seam of the jackets. The jackets are being recalled because they fail to meet federal safety standards regarding the inclusion of a drawstring in jackets and pose an entanglement hazard to consumers. Thus far, no injuries have been reported in relation to this recall.

    Consumers are being advised to stop using the training jackets at once and to return them to the place of purchase to receive a full refund.

    As a Harrisburg personal injury attorney, I have witnessed this type of recall several times over the course of my career and am aware of the serious injuries that can come of using defective products. If you’ve sustained an injury through the use of a defective product, it could be in your best interests to contact a York personal injury lawyer to discuss the legal options that could be at your disposal.

  • Girls’ Jackets Recalled Due to Entanglement Hazard

    Posted Apr 25th, 2012 By in Personal Injury, Product Liability, Product Recall With | No Comments

    In a press release, Louise Paris Ltd, in cooperation with and in compliance with the rules and regulations of the US Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), announced the voluntary safety recall of certain girls’ jackets with faux fur trim due to an entanglement hazard the jackets pose to children.

    This recall affects approximately 13,000 “Me Jane” and “B-Hip Kids by Me Jane” girls’ jackets that feature faux fur trim and were available exclusively through Ross Stores, Inc across the country from November 2011 through January 2012. The jackets are being recalled because they fail to meet federal safety standards for jackets that feature drawstrings, making it possible for children to become snagged or caught in small spaces or vehicle doors. This poses an entanglement hazard to children. To date, no injuries have been reported in association with this recall.

    In 1996, the CPSC issued guidelines concerning drawstrings for children’s upper outwear that became a voluntary standard the following year. Based on those guidelines and the voluntary industry standard, the CPSC issued a federal regulation.

    Consumers are being urged to remove the drawstrings from the recalled jackets at once and to contact the company directly to receive a full refund.

    As a Harrisburg personal injury lawyer, I’ve seen this sort of safety recall many times in the past and the devastating injuries that can result from the use of defective product. If you or your child has suffered an injury through the normal of a defective product, consult a Lancaster personal injury lawyer to learn more about your rights as a consumer.

  • Pressure Transducers Recalled Due to Failure During Fire

    Posted Apr 24th, 2012 By in Personal Injury, Product Liability, Product Recall With | No Comments

    In a news release, Gems Sensors Inc, in association with and in compliance with the standards and regulations of the US Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), announced the voluntary safety recall of Gems 3100 Pressure Detectors/Transducers due to an issue that could result in the product’s failure in the event of a fire, increasing the risk of a fire hazard for consumers.

    The recall applies to roughly 25,000 Gems 3100 Pressure Detectors/ Transducers that were sold directly to end-users by the company and through distributors from January 2006 through February 2012. The pressure transducers are designed to detect pressure in a variety of applications, including water pressure as a part of a fire pump controller in a sprinkler system. The affected transducers can be identified by their 18-digit part numbers, which begin with “3100”. This recall was initiated when Gems Sensors learned that the recalled transducers could potentially fail to accurately detect water pressure in a fire suppression sprinkler system, resulting in the failure of the system to activate and pump water through sprinklers during a fire. Thus far, the company has received no reports of injury or any incidents where the transducers have failed to activate sprinkler systems during fires.

    Consumers are being encouraged to contact the company to receive enhanced inspection instructions and, when warranted, a free replacement transducer. Consumers using the recalled transducers in applications other than to detect water pressure in fire suppression sprinkler systems are urged to contact the company as well to determine whether their units are affected by this recall.

    As a Harrisburg personal injury attorney, I’ve seen this kind of safety recall in the past and understand the injuries that can come of the use of a defective product. If you’ve suffered an injury through the normal use of a defective product, contact a Lancaster personal injury attorney to discuss your legal rights as they pertain to the matter.

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