McMath Law Blog

227,000 LED Night Lights Recalled

McMath Law Blog — Mon, 05 Mar 2012 14:53:49 GMT

The Consumer Product Safety Commission has announced a recall of approximately 227,000 LED night lights due to fire and burn hazards. Manufactured by American Tack & Hardware Inc., the company said a short circuit in the light can cause it to overheat, increasing the risk of flames. There have been 25 reports of night lights smoking, burning, melting and charring. http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml12/12124.html

17,000 American Honda Recalls Trimmers Due to Laceration Hazard

McMath Law Blog — Fri, 02 Mar 2012 15:49:52 GMT

The Consumer Product Safety Commission, along with Health Canada, have announced a recall of approximately 17,000 grass trimmers distributed by American Honda Motor Co. The agency said the cutting attachments can detach, caused by the shaft cracking, posing a laceration risk to users. There have been no injuries reported in association with the recalled product. http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml12/12121.html

Papa Bear Loungeabouts Children's Pajamas Recalled by Retailers Due to Violation of Federal Flammability Standard

McMath Law Blog — Thu, 01 Mar 2012 15:05:37 GMT

The Consumer Product Safety Commission has issued a recall of more than 10,000 pairs of children's pajamas and sleepwear due to failed flammability tests. Imported by Papa Bear Loungeabouts, LLC, the agency said the pajamas "fail to meet federal flammability standards for children's sleepwear," posing an increased risk of burn injuries. There have been no injuries reported in association with the recalled products. http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml12/12122.html

30 Million Fuel Cylinders Recalled

McMath Law Blog — Wed, 29 Feb 2012 15:52:49 GMT

The Consumer Product Safety Commission, along with Health Canada, have announced a recall of more than 30 million Map Pro, Propylene and MAPP gas cylinders due to a fire hazard. Manufactured by Worthington Cylinders Wisconsin, LLC, the cylinders can leak after being disconnected from fuel-consuming equipment, creating the risk of fire. There have been no injuries reported in association with the recalled products. http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml12/12117.html

Concussions Caused Suicide of NFL Player, Suit Says

McMath Law Blog — Wed, 29 Feb 2012 15:47:50 GMT

The family of form NFL player Dave Duerson has filed a lawsuit against the league after Duerson took his own life. The lawsuit claims Duerson was led to do so by brain damage he developed from concussions during his time as a player, and the suit says the league knew these types of injuries could occur, but hid the information. The Duerson family is one of nearly 660 retired NFL players suing the league over concussion-related issues.

Kelty Recalls Jogging Strollers Due to Fall and Injury Hazards

McMath Law Blog — Wed, 29 Feb 2012 15:42:47 GMT

The Consumer Product Safety Commission has announced a recall of about 3,000 single and double jogging strollers due to injuries that can occur due to a fall hazard. Imported by Kelty, the agency said the font wheel can come off during use, causing the stroller to fall over. There have been three reported incidents, which included fractured bones to adults and minor cuts and scrapes to children. http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml12/12116.html

Infant Tylenol Oral Suspension Bottles Recalled

McMath Law Blog — Wed, 29 Feb 2012 15:23:30 GMT

McNeil Consumer Healthcare has issued a recall of around 574,000 bottles of Infant's Tylenol Oral Suspension after the company received complaints about the dosing mechanism. Officials for McNeil said customers have complained that the flow restrictor on the dosing syringe was not effective. There have been no adverse effects associated with the recalled products. http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/mcneil-consumer-healthcare-announces-voluntary-nationwide-recall-of-infants-tylenol-oral-suspension-1-oz-grape-due-to-dosing-system-complaints-139508363.html

Will Arkansas Follow Tennessee's Lead in Enacting Tort Reform?

McMath Law Blog — Wed, 22 Feb 2012 16:43:16 GMT

Tennessee passed the Tennessee Civil Justice Act of 2011. Now it looks like additional tort reform measures in the form of a higher burden of proof for emergency room physicians, loser pays, innocent employer provisions, and a possible constitutional amendment are on the table. Will Arkansas see these same bills in 2013? http://www.tennessean.com/article/20120220/NEWS0201/302200020/More-TN-tort-reform-may-make-loser-pay-?odyssey=tab%7Ctopnews%7Ctext%7CFRONTPAGE

Children's Slides Recalled by Landscape Structures due to Fall Hazard

McMath Law Blog — Sun, 19 Feb 2012 21:04:11 GMT

The Slalom Glider is a playground slide that lacks a transition platform on the top and sides of the chute. Children can fall when moving from the ladder to the slide and when descending the chute. http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml12/12109.html

Walmart Recalls Cruller Bakery Pastries Due To Mislabeled Milk Allergen

McMath Law Blog — Tue, 14 Feb 2012 15:27:43 GMT

The retail giant Walmart has issued a recall of eight-count packages of Cruller bakery pastries due to the common name "milk" not present on the label. The label shows sodium caseinate, a milk derivative, but people with milk allergies may not recognize the ingredient as a milk product. There has been one report of an adverse reaction by a customer, the company said. http://www.fda.gov/Safety/Recalls/ucm291560.htm

Tassimo Recalls More than 5.7 Million Coffee Brewers, Espresso Pads

McMath Law Blog — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 15:02:18 GMT

The coffee brewer company Tassimo has issued a recall of more than 5.7 million brewers and espresso pads after the Consumer Product Safety Commission received reports that consumers were burned by the hot liquid. The agency said at least 160 people have reported being burned, and that some were hospitalized. The coffee makers were sold from June 2008 through February of this year. http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml12/12106.html

2,000 Rooster-Themed Lamps Recalled

McMath Law Blog — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 15:47:33 GMT

The Consumer Product Safety Commission has announced a recall of about 2,000 rooster-themed lamps sold exclusively at Fred's Inc. due to shock and fire hazards. Manufactured by Designs Direct, the agency said the lamp's electrical cord can fray near the base and put users at risk of shock. There have not been any injuries reported in association with the recalled products. http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml12/12105.html

As Rail Tragedies Fade From Memory, Resistance to Safety Rule Gains Steam

McMath Law Blog — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 15:36:48 GMT

In 2008, the federal government passed the Rail Safety Improvement Act, requiring all railroads be equipped with Positive Train Control technology to prevent collisions, all at the expense of the railroad companies. Railroad officials, gaining the support of key Republicans, say the act is too costly and impossible to implement, demanding less expensive, albeit less effective, technological options. Supporters of the act refer to the efforts to relax the requirements as "a scary step backwards." http://www.fairwarning.org/2012/01/as-rail-tragedies-fade-from-memory-resistance-to-safety-rule-gains-steam/

Aunt Jemima Frozen Pancakes Recalled

McMath Law Blog — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 15:32:39 GMT

Pinnacle Food Groups has issued a recall of several varieties of Aunt Jemima Frozen Pancakes due to the presence of an undeclared allergen. According to the company, the products may have been "cross-contaminated" with soy products. There have been no reports of illnesses associated with the products. http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/giant-food-alerts-customers-to-voluntary-recall-of-aunt-jemima-frozen-pancakes-138236389.html

Aveeno Baby Calming Comfort Lotion Recall

McMath Law Blog — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 15:29:24 GMT

Johnson & Johnson has issued a voluntary recall of a single lot of Aveeno Baby Calming Comfort Lotion due to bacteria levels discovered during testing by the FDA. The company said the recall was precautionary in nature, and was not undertaken due to any potential adverse health effects. Other lots of the product still in stores are completely safe for consumer use, the company said. http://www.infozine.com/news/stories/op/storiesView/sid/50553/

Bumbleride Recalls Indie & Indie Twin Strollers Due to Fall Hazard

McMath Law Blog — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 15:24:39 GMT

The Consumer Product Safety Commission and Health Canada have announced a recall of about 30,000 strollers due to a fall hazard. Imported by Bumbleride Inc., the Indie strollers have a front wheel that can unexpectedly break off its axle, causing the stroller to tip. There have been 36 reports of the wheel cracking, including two reports of strollers tipping over and minor injuries occurring. http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml12/12104.html

MEGA Brands, Inc. Settles Toy Recall Lawsuit

McMath Law Blog — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 15:19:35 GMT

Toy maker MEGA Brands, Inc., has agreed to settle a class action lawsuit filed by customers over roughly 10 million defective toys that were recalled by the company. The class-action suit claimed the toys, which contained special magnets, were defective. There were no injuries reported, however. The specific monetary terms of the settlement were undisclosed. http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/magnet-toy-class-action-settlement-138775339.html