Self-Driving Car Accidents
Self-driving cars are no longer the stuff of science fiction. While no fully autonomous vehicles are being sold today, more automakers are pushing the envelope to get there. So-called self-driving cars today offer advanced
5 Mechanical Malfunctions That Can Cause a Car Accident
Not all car accidents are caused by human error. There are times when mechanical malfunctions can cause a car accident. Knowing and understanding the typical mechanical problems that can lead to an auto accident is …
Do I Have a Product Liability Claim in New York?
When you purchase or use a consumer product, you usually do so with the reasonable expectation that what you are using will be safe. However, sometimes these products can have unseen flaws that make them …
Congressional Report Finds Fisher Price Ignored Warnings About Deadly Infant Sleeper
An investigation by the House Committee on Oversight and Reform alleges that executives at Fisher Price ignored safety warnings and infant deaths tied to its popular Rock n Play infant sleeper. The report finds that …
Steps to Take if You’ve Been Injured by a Defective Product
It’s important to know the right steps to take if you’ve been injured by a dangerous or defective product. Each case is unique, but here are some general guidelines you should follow.
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Infant Deaths Connected to Nursing Pillows: Should They be Recalled?
The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has issued a warning to consumers regarding the dangers related to the use of nursing pillows. Infant deaths have been linked to the use of these pillows for sleeping …
Popular Diabetes Drug is Recalled Due to Cancer Risk
Metformin is a popular medication used to treat thousands of patients with diabetes and other conditions. Now the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) discovered the presence of a possible carcinogen in the drug, and many …
Recently Recalled Children’s Products
Every year thousands of children are injured by dangerous products. Dangers can range from flammability to suffocation risk to choking dangers. When a product is discovered to be dangerous, it is the obligation of the …
The Dangers of Defective Car Seats
According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), motor vehicle accidents are the leading cause of death for children. Avoiding these tragedies relies on safe driving and the use of appropriate safety gear. …
Recent Vehicle Recalls
Cars have constantly been evolving since they were first invented. Now many of them contain complex safety features and improved technology. However, car manufacturing and design are not foolproof. Despite rigorous testing, some cars and …