Reported Death, Severe Neck Injuries Prompt Recall of Banzai Inflatable Pool Slides Sold by Walmart and Toys R Us
In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Wal-Mart Stores Inc., of Bentonville, Ark. and Toys R Us Inc., of Wayne, NJ are announcing the recall of about 21,000 inflatable Banzai in-ground pool water slides. During use, the slide can deflate, allowing the user to hit the ground underneath the slide and become Read More
Ford Settles Accident Caused by Defective Tires
A settlement has been reached in a lawsuit against Ford that alleged defects in tires on the Ford Bronco II were a substantial factor in a crash that left a Montana man paralyzed and with cognitive impairment. The Great Falls (Mont.) Tribune reports terms of the settlement with Bryan Mizenko have been sealed. Last month, Read More
Abbott Labs agrees to pay $1.6 billion to settle Depakote cases
Abbott Laboratories has agreed to pay $1.6 billion to settle claims that the company improperly marketed its neurological medication Depakote. The drug, approved to treat epilepsy, bipolar disorder and migraines, was allegedly marketed to treat schizophrenia, dementia and autism, a group of whistle-blower lawsuits claimed. The suits also said the company gave illegal kickbacks to Read More
Check Your Home for These Recalled Recreational and Home Products Now that Spring is Here
Spring has sprung. Warm weather means kids are playing outside and families are firing up their grills and working on the lawn. Before you use spring-related products this season, check to see if they have been recalled. It could save your family’s lives. You can find out more about these recalls at www.cpsc.gov. https://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml12/12165/
Chrysler recalls 127,350 Dodge Chargers, Chrysler 300s
Chrysler has issued a recall of more than 127,000 Dodge Charger and Chrysler 300 vehicles in the U.S. and Canada due to electrical problems. The company said a fuse in the power distribution center may overheat and cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle. The company said they have not received any reports Read More
Video about the Dangers of Texting and Driving Presented by National Organizations for Youth Safety
This video entitled “The Last Text” is very powerful. https://www.schooltube.com/video/4386d84344d2a7345c5e/ATT-The-Last-Text-Docum
Kawasaki USA Recalls Recreational Off-Highway Vehicles Due to Injury, Death Hazard
The recalled vehicles are model year 2012 Kawasaki four-wheel recreational off-highway vehicles with side-by-side seating for two people, automobile style controls, with model types Teryx 750 FI 4×4, Teryx 750 FI 4×4 LE, Teryx 750 FI 750 4×4 LE SGE and Teryx 750 FI 4×4 Sport. The model type is printed on the hood of Read More
Target Recalls About 264,000 Bunny Sippy Cups Due to Injury Hazard
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with Target Corporation, announced a voluntary recall of the Target Home Bunny Sippy Cup. Consumers should stop using the product immediately unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product. The ear on the bunny sippy cup can poke a child in Read More
Manhattan Group Recalls About 3,000 Baby Rattles Due to Choking Hazard
The Consumer Product Safety Commission and Health Canada have announced a recall of about 3,100 baby toy rattles that can pose a choking hazard. Imported by the Manhattan Group, LLC, the Whoozit Starry Time rattle has spheres on each end that can break, spilling out small parts of the toy that can pose choking hazards Read More
Gerber Recalls 3,000 Instant Knives Due to Laceration Hazard
The Consumer Product Safety Commission has announced a recall of 3,000 Gerber Instant Knives due to a laceration risk. The agency said the locking mechanism on the knife may fail to engage, casing the blade to fold closed during use, potentially injuring the user. There have been no injuries reported. https://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml12/12163/