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/
Interesting Look at the Impact of Tort Reform on Medical Malpractice Cases in Texas
Here is a link to a news piece by Fox 4 in Dallas. https://www.myfoxdfw.com/story/17797889/investigation-tort-reforms-limit-options-for-some-texans
GM recalls three big crossover models over bad wipers
General Motors has issued a recall of 50,000 SUVs due to a problem with the windshield wipers. The recall covers 2011 and 2012 Chevrolet Traverse, Buick Enclave and GMC Acadia that have wipers that may be restricted with snow buildup. There have been no injuries or accidents reported from the wiper issue so far. https://content.usatoday.com/communities/driveon/post/2012/04/buick-enclave-chevrolet-traverse-gmc-acadia-recalled/1
STOK Gas Grills Recalled by One World Technologies Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
The Consumer Product Safety Commission and Health Canada have announced a recall of about 88,000 gas grills imported by One World Technologies, Inc. due to a potential fire hazard. The agency said the STOK gas grill can leak propane, which can ignite and cause a fire. The company has received 569 reports of leaking propane, Read More
Sakar International Recalls Battery Chargers Due to Electrocution, Electric Shock Hazard
The Consumer Product Safety Commission has announced a recall of 48,000 battery chargers due to a high risk of electrocution to users. Imported by Sakar International Inc., the agency said the pieces on the charger can separate, exposing energized components and increasing the risk of electric shock. https://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml12/12153/