Product Liability

Volkswagen Faces Lawsuits after Emissions-Cheating Scandal
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) recently revealed that the auto maker, Volkswagen, used software in their “clean diesel” cars that deceived regulators measuring toxic emissions. The EPA findings have caused a decline in the resale value of nearly 500,000 U.S....
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Partner Post: 2013 Toddler Product Recall
by Brayton Purcell LLP | Nov 18, 2013 | Product Liability | Joe Fresh Toddler Shoes Recalled in Fall 2013 James P. Nevin Loblaw Companies Limited (Loblaw) has proactively and voluntarily recalled their Joe Fresh toddler shoes in two styles....
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Toxic Warning Law Continues with More Troubled Findings
Unlike other cases under Prop 65, a new case was opened this week concerning lead found in baby food, fruit juice, and canned fruit. The case is about whether or not companies should be held responsible for failing to notify...
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Product liability: Food-borne illnesses up 44 percent in 2012
Peanut butter, cantaloupe, mangoes — in the last year, there have been major product recalls for each of these items. Sickness from consuming these tainted food products affected people in 19 states, and the victims were predominantly kids. What may...
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New Report Reveals Disney Princess Lunch Box Full of Toxins
Product defects of any kind are undesirable. It becomes worse when the target consumers are children. Residents of Marin County should be aware of the federal government’s 2008 ban imposed on the use of toxic phthalates chemicals in toys. The...
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Dangerous Levels of Lead Found in Jewelry Sold by CA Retailers
Over 12 businesses in California have been accused of selling costume jewelry with a high lead content. Some of the jewelry, marketed to both children and adults, had over 1,000 times California’s legal limit for lead. The state is cracking...
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Yamaha Rhino Rollover Injuries & Deaths
Yamaha’s Rhino UTV–Unstable Design or Unsafe for Consumers? September 2, 2009 — Since its introduction in 2003, Yamaha’s Rhino UTV (Utility Terrain Vehicle) was an instant hit amongst the ATV (All-Terrain Vehicle) crowd, selling more than 150,000 units. With side...
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New Chrysler Fails to Protect Consumers
Chrysler Bailout, Bankruptcy and Sale – The Aftermath: Effect on Those Injured by Defective Products and Asbestos-Containing Brakes June 19, 2009 — After a flurry of legal activity in the Chrysler bankruptcy to try and halt the sale of Chrysler...
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