Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Lithium-Ion Battery Fires Are Driving A New Wave Of Product Liability Lawsuits
Lithium-ion batteries are used to power many of the products that people use on a daily basis. These include e-bikes, electronic scooters, laptops, power tools, and your latest smartphone. Although these batteries are quite efficient and light in weight, there is no denying the fact that they are also quite dangerous. Over the past… Read More »
Can Social Media Companies Be Held Liable For Addiction? New Lawsuits Test Product Liability Theories
While product liability law has traditionally focused on physical products, from cars to medical devices and prescription drugs, a new flood of lawsuits is now raising the question of whether digital platforms are defective products. Recent lawsuits filed against major social media companies, such as Meta Platforms Inc. and TikTok, claim that addictive features… Read More »
Global Product Liability Reforms Signal What May Be Coming To U.S. Courts
Product liability law is changing and moving past the traditional notions of physical defects and manufacturing errors. For example, recent changes in the European Union and the United Kingdom are broadening product liability law to include software, artificial intelligence, and digital components of everyday products. Although these changes are not binding on the United… Read More »
Recalled Strollers And Infant Carriers: Design Defects Parents Can’t See
Parents put a lot of trust in strollers and infant carriers. These products are part of daily life. When they’re marketed for babies, it’s reasonable to expect they’ve been held to the highest safety standards. But that trust isn’t always earned. Recalls from the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) continue to uncover hidden design… Read More »
Oster French Door Countertop Ovens Recalled Over Burn Hazard: What Consumers And Florida Families Should Know
The CPSC has announced a recall affecting more than 1.29 million Oater French Door Countertop Ovens after reports that the door can unexpectedly close while in use. This can pose a serious burn hazard to customers. The recall was announced in September 2025 in league with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. It covers… Read More »
Supreme Court To Review Roundup Lawsuits: What It Could Mean For Product Liability Claims Nationwide
The United States Supreme Court has agreed to review an important product liability case involving the popular weed killer, Roundup, which is manufactured by Bayer. This decision was made after several years of high-profile cases related to allegations of cancer resulting from the active ingredient in Roundup, which is glyphosate. The central issue in… Read More »
Blue Wave Above-Ground Pool Recall Highlights Ongoing Drowning Risks
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) recently announced the recall of Blue Wave above-ground swimming pools. This recall is drawing renewed attention to the dangers of above-ground swimming pools, especially for children. Above-ground pools remain popular among Florida residents. However, when these pools are defectively signed or improperly labeled, it can lead to… Read More »
HydroJug Children’s Sport Tumblers Recalled Over Choking Hazard: What Parents Need To Know
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission has just announced the recall of HydroJug 14-ounce children’s sport tumblers. The recall states that the product has a design flaw that can cause a choking hazard. According to the CPSC, components of the product can loosen or detach. This creates a small swallowable object that poses a… Read More »
Defective Exercise Equipment Recalls: Serious Injuries At Home Gyms
Home exercise equipment has become a staple in many households, especially as more people choose to work out on their own schedules. But recent Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) recalls show that treadmills, weight systems, resistance bands, and other fitness products can pose serious injury risks when they are defectively designed or manufactured. What… Read More »
Urgent Safety Alert: KTEBO Writing Tablet Toys Recalled Over Battery Ingestion Risk
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) recently announced the recall of around 10,380 KTEBO Writing Tablet Toys. These writing tablets are sold online through Amazon. Amazon has recently pulled the product due to its deadly risk to children. The recall occurred on December 4, 2025. The CPSC says that the screw securing the… Read More »
