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Big Lots Recalls Glider Recliners with Ottomans Due to Entrapment and Finger Crushing Hazards
The Consumer Product Safety Commission has announced a recall of 375,000 various Glider recliners with ottomans sold at Big Lots stores. The agency said exposed spaces between moving parts of the chair can create areas for toddlers and babies to become trapped. There have been two reports of small children being trapped at the neck Read More
Explosion hazard alert: GE recalls gas rangetop with grill
The Consumer Product Safety Commission and Health Canada have announced a recall 470 GE Monogram Pro Rangetops with Grills. The propane burners may fail to ignite if the gas control knob is left in a position between OFF and LITE, “posing a risk of delayed ignition or explosion.” The products were sold between May 2008 Read More
Cabot Oil and Gas Co. to Drill in Arkansas
During the week of October 21, 2011, the Arkansas Oil and Gas Commission issued a permit to Cabot Oil and Gas Co. to drill in Union County, Arkansas. The company’s application for permit to drill indicates the well will require hydraulic fracturing. The majority of hydraulic fracturing occurring in Arkansas is in the north-central part Read More
Harley Recalls More Than 250,000 Motorcycles
Harley-Davidson Inc. has issued a recall of 250,757 touring motorcycles due to issues with the brakes. Harley officials said the rear brake-light switch could be damaged by heat from the bikes’ exhaust systems. There has been one reported accident attributed to the brake defects. https://blogs.wsj.com/drivers-seat/2011/10/23/harley-davidson-recalls-250757-motorcycles-to-fix-brakes/?mod=google_news_blog
Target Recalls Frog Halloween Costume Masks Over Suffocation Fears
Retail giant Target has issued a recall of 3,400 frog Halloween masks due to a risk of suffocation. The Consumer Product Safety Commission said the low-cost masks lack proper ventilation. There have been no reported incidents associated with the masks. https://www.clevelandleader.com/node/17669
Online Media Mislead Readers About Jury Awards, Report Says
The Center for Justice & Democracy has published a report claiming that digital media has skewed the public’s perception of civil cases by covering only the most sensational, and sometimes frivolous, outcomes. The center’s executive director said that online media’s short bursts of news with quick headlines “commonly emphasize large monetary awards, which do not Read More
Guidecraft Twist and Sort Toys recalled
The Consumer Product Safety Commission has announced a recall of 760 Twist and Sort Toys for children due to a choking hazard. The company said the small wooden pegs on the toys can detach, posing a choking risk to small children. The toys were sold across the U.S. from September 2010 to November 2011. https://www.upi.com/Business_News/2011/10/20/Guidecraft-Twist-and-Sort-Toys-recalled/UPI-90001319137684/
Additional Retail Sales Prompt CPSC and Meijer to Re-announce Roman Shades and Roll-Up Blinds Recall; Strangulation Hazard Posed
The Consumer Product Safety Commission has announced an additional recall of 3,200 “Innovations” and “At Home with Meijer” Roman shades and roll-up blinds. The recalled products pose a strangulation hazard to small children. In March 2010, 240,000 units were originally recalled. There have been no injuries reported in association with the recalled products. https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/additional-retail-sales-prompt-cpsc-and-meijer-to-re-announce-roman-shades-and-roll-up-blinds-recall-strangulation-hazard-posed-132144183/
While Assailing Driving Distractions, Automakers Pack in Tempting Gadgets
While auto companies are launching ad campaigns encouraging drivers to eliminate distractions while behind the wheel, many are also rolling out new vehicle models with cutting-edge technology that support multitasking while driving. Critics and safety officials say auto companies are highlighting the dangers of distracted driving in hopes to avoid scrutiny of their built-in systems. Read More
Suit Filed Against General Mills Fruit Snacks
A lawsuit has been filed against General Mills that claims the company’s ads for fruit snacks mislead customers into thinking the products are healthy. According to the lawsuit, the trans fats and added sugars in the products make them “little better than giving candy to children.” The suit also claims the products contain very little Read More