Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Walmart Sued Over Dangerous, “Exploding” Candles
Walmart is facing a class-action lawsuit filed by a plaintiff who claims she was injured due to Walmart’s Mainstays brand candles. According to the lawsuit, the wax in the candles is capable of getting too hot, catching fire, and even exploding. Attorneys for the plaintiff are reaching out to other customers who purchased the… Read More »
Jool Baby Recalls Nova Infant Baby Swings Due To Suffocation Hazard
The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) recently announced the recall of Jool Baby’s Nova Infant Baby Swings. According to the CPSC, the swings pose a suffocation risk because they were marketed and intended for babies to sleep in. The infant swings have an incline angle that is greater than 10 degrees in violation of… Read More »
Folding Step Stools Sold On Amazon Recalled Due To Fall And Injury Hazards
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission has recently issued an urgent recall to consumers regarding Topfun Folding 2-Step Stools. According to the CPSC, the stools can collapse in use creating a fall and injury hazard to those who use it. The manufacturer, FuTai Household Supplies has yet to respond to the CPSC’s request to… Read More »
Royal Caribbean Employee Accused Of Hiding Cameras To Spy On Guests
Arvin Joseph Mirasol, a 34-year-old man from the Philippines, was arrested in April on charges of hiding cameras inside the bathrooms of passenger cabins to spy on guests, including underage girls. The 34-year-old was arrested on federal charges of production and possession of child sex abuse material. The alleged conduct happened aboard The Symphony… Read More »
Mother Sues Peloton After Her Son Is Instantly Killed By The Stationary Bike
A New York mother has filed a personal injury wrongful death lawsuit against the fitness company Peloton after her son was “instantly” killed while using the stationary bike. According to the lawsuit, the stationary bike fell on her son, severing his carotid artery, and killing him instantly. The plaintiff contends that the bike was… Read More »
Husqvarna Recalls 403,000 Gas String Trimmers For Fire Hazard
The yard tools company, Husqvarna, recently announced the recall of 403,000 gas string trimmers (also called grass trimmers) due to a potential fire hazard. According to the Consumer Product Safety Commission, incorrect wiring in the ignition module can cause an electrical spark or arcing, which is when electricity jumps from one spot to another… Read More »
Two Die In Flying Tire Accident
Two men were killed and another was injured when a stray tire from another vehicle crashed into the windshield of their van. One individual was pronounced dead at the scene while another died at the hospital. At this point in the investigation, police are unsure where the tire came from. Flying tire accidents are… Read More »
Almost 5 Million Portable Blenders Recalled From Target, Costco, And Walmart
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission announced the recall of nearly 5 million portable BlendJet blenders from major retailers such as Target, Walmart, and Costco. The blenders reportedly have two issues: they can overheat causing a fire hazard and the blades can break off while the blender is in use. BlendJet recalled 4.8 million… Read More »
FDA Issues Recall Of Eyedrops Sold At Walmart And Pharmacies
The Food and Drug Administration issued a warning to consumers to immediately stop using 27 brands of popular eye drops distributed by stores such as CVS, Rite Aid, Target, Walmart, Leader, Rugby, and Velocity Pharma. The eye drops were recalled due to a potential risk of eye infection that could reportedly result in partial… Read More »
Amazon Sells Products Banned In The U.S. For Babies And Children
Recently, Amazon has faced an issue with some of its sellers selling banned products marketed to families with babies and toddlers. Earlier this month, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission found a vendor from China who was selling a product that is currently banned under federal law. The Safe Sleep for Babies Act prevents… Read More »
