Category Archives: Personal Injury
Walmart Recalls Nearly 1 Million Ozark Trail Water Bottles After Lid Ejections Injure Customers
In July 2025, Walmart issued a voluntary recall on about 850,000 Ozark Trail 64-ounce stainless steel insulated water bottles after reports that their screw-cap lids could forcefully eject when opened, striking the user and causing serious injuries. Understanding the hazard According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), the defect arises when perishable… Read More »
Comparing Different Types Of Product Liability Claims
Each year, thousands of Americans are injured by defective consumer products, from cars to household appliances to toys and power tools. When an injury occurs, victims often have a legal right to pursue a product liability claim against the manufacturer, distributor, or retailer. All claims are not alike, however. Product liability law recognizes three… Read More »
Exploding Power Banks Can Cause Serious Injuries
Portable power banks are everyday essentials. They charge your phones on long flights. They keep tablets alive during road trips. These compact battery packs are everywhere. But what happens when the device you rely on becomes a hazard? That’s the reality behind many recent recalls of lithium-ion power banks after dozens of incidents involving… Read More »
Cicero V. Segway Inc.: Lawsuit Alleges Segway Manufactured Dangerous And Defective Vehicles
A lawsuit filed in March 2025 in the State of Delaware alleges that a plaintiff was injured while riding a subway. According to the lawsuit, the plaintiff alleges that during a February 2025 ride, the folding stem collapsed while he was riding at approximately 20 mph. As a result of the ensuing fall, he… Read More »
Fire Pit Lawsuits
Tabletop fire pits, especially those fueled by liquid alcohol, have faced numerous recalls recently and consumer warnings due to safety concerns such as invisible flames, flame jetting, and flashback fires. Such incidents have resulted in serious injuries, including severe burns, and at least two deaths thus far. One of the major issues with these… Read More »
Werner Multi-Max Pro Ladder Recall
What Consumers Need to Know When you purchase a ladder, you trust that it will help you complete tasks safely, whether you are painting your home, making repairs, or working professionally. Unfortunately, even trusted brands can release defective products that pose serious hazards. On August 14, 2025, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)… Read More »
Injuries Reported As Segway Launches Major Recall In April And May; Lawsuits Ensue
Segways, which are considered motorized vehicles in Florida, have been the subject of several recalls and lawsuits. Consumers have been injured by malfunctioning Segways. These consumers are entitled to file a personal injury lawsuit against Segway and any retailer who made the vehicle available to the public. In this article, the Florida product liability… Read More »
Bowflex Recalls Adjustable Dumbbells After Consumers Complain Of Serious Injuries
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has recently announced the recall of Bowflex adjustable dumbbells due to a serious safety hazard. According to the CPSC, the weight plates on the BowFlex 552 and 1090 can dislodge from the handle during use. This poses an impact hazard. The core issue related to the recall… Read More »
Apollo Recalls Electric Scooters Due To Fall And Injury Hazards
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recently announced the recall of Apollo electric scooters due to a fall and injury hazard. According to the recall, the weld line on the electric scooter can crack, causing the stem to break and posing fall and injury hazards. Apollo has agreed to replace the stems on the… Read More »
McCarthy V. Amazon Com: Two Teenagers Acquire Sodium Nitrate To Commit Suicide
For years, Amazon claimed it was “only a marketplace” and therefore did not need to concern itself with product liability lawsuits. Today, the landscape has changed, and Amazon is facing product liability lawsuits, particularly because the online marketplace is in a position to protect the public from dangerous or defective products. The lawsuit, McCarthy… Read More »
