Category Archives: Personal Injury
Fuel Containers, Flame Jetting, And Burn Injuries: A Growing Risk For Florida Consumers
In Florida, portable fuel containers are a part of our daily lives. Most of us don’t really think twice about them. We use them to top off the lawn mower, fuel up the boat, and keep the generator running. In some cases, we use it to light up the fire pit. They’re so common… Read More »
How CPSC Adjudicative Proceedings Are Reshaping Product-Liability Litigation
Most people think of product recalls as simple warnings. A manufacturer identifies a dangerous product, issues a notice, and consumers return or repair it. But behind the scenes, the recall process can become far more complex – especially when the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) initiates formal adjudicative proceedings. These actions, which include administrative… Read More »
Fewer Recalls, More Units: Why 2025’s Recall Trends Signal Greater Liability For Manufacturers
The 2025 recall data is showing something a bit unexpected. There are fewer total recalls being reported thus far — but oddly, the number of units involved in each recall has gone way up. Close to 25% more by some estimates. That’s not a small shift. It means that even if defects aren’t being… Read More »
Fire Risks & Home Hazards: The Hidden Dangers Of Recalled Attic Fans In Florida Homes
Most people around Florida worry about the usual stuff when it comes to home safety. That includes hurricanes, burglars, or mold creeping from all the humidity. Those are certainly real problems, but frankly, there’s something else that barely gets mentioned and it’s literally sitting right above us. Attic fans. They seem harmless, right? A… Read More »
Anker Recalls Half A Million Power Banks Over Fire And Burn Hazards
Portable power banks have become essential tools for travelers, students, and professionals. However, a recent large-scale recall shows that there are potential dangers related to defective lithium-ion batteries. On September 18, 2025, electronics manufacturer Anker Innovations announced the recall of 481,000 portable power banks because of a fire and burn hazard caused by the… Read More »
New Jersey Sues Gunmaker Sig Sauer
The state of New Jersey recently filed a high-profile lawsuit against gun maker Sig Sauer. The state says that the company’s popular P320 pistol fires without pulling the trigger. The October 16, 2025, complaint filed by New Jersey charges that Sig Sauer’s design and marketing practices put thousands of owners and the public in… Read More »
The Oster Oven Recall
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recently announced the recall of over one million Oster French Door Countertop Ovens. These ovens, which were sold nationwide at retailers like Walmart, Target, and Amazon, were recalled after reports that the hinges on the door could suddenly close. This could result in a serious burn hazard for… Read More »
CPSC Orders Recall Of Pressure Washers
In August 2025, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) ordered the recall of around 764,000 Ryobi electric pressure washers sold between July 2017 and June 2024. According to the recall, the unit’s capacitor can overheat and burst, ejecting parts with considerable force and posing a substantial risk of injury. So far, the CPSC… Read More »
NordicTrack Recalls 45,000 Rowing Machines After Reports Of Fire Hazard
Recently, the fitness company iFIT Health & Fitness announced the recall of 45,000 NordicTrack rowing machines over concerns that the console screen can overheat, posing a fire hazard. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) announced the recall, adding to a growing list of fitness products scheduled for recall. Cases like this underscore the… Read More »
Cybertruck Crash Ends Up As Product Liability Lawsuits
When it comes to automotive product liability, the stakes are enormous. Hundreds of millions of dollars in damages and catastrophic injuries can happen. Recently, Tesla has been thrust into the spotlight following lawsuits over a fatal Cybertruck crash in Piedmont, California. In this case, plaintiffs allege that design defects in the electric door handles… Read More »
