Category: Products Liability

As a consumer, you expect the products you bring into your home to be safe and reliable. Unfortunately, defective items can make it to market and cause severe harm. Products that generate heat or run on electricity can pose serious risks of burns or electrical injuries when they are poorly designed, manufactured improperly, or sold[…]

Defective products on construction sites can lead to serious injuries or fatalities. The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) reports that many construction-related injuries are caused by faulty tools and machinery, often stemming from design flaws, manufacturing errors, or inadequate maintenance. What Is Products Liability? All product designers, manufacturers, and distributors are required to produce and[…]

As we embark upon the new year, one of the best ways you and your loved ones can start out by putting safety first is by checking all carbon monoxide (CO) and smoke alarms around your home. According to the CPSC (Consumer Product Safety Commission), some of the primary wintertime hazards that lead to fire[…]

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), more than 200 workers are killed and over 5,000 injured in work-related fires and explosions every year in the United States. Fires and explosions often cause serious injuries and fatalities in the workplace. Explosions and fires make up a small percentage of workplace fatalities, according to data[…]

Even with the holiday season rapidly approaching, it may come as a surprise to consumers that certain toys can be quite dangerous. To make sure that parents and caregivers are aware of potential product hazards, W.A.T.C.H., or the World Against Toys Causing Harm, compiles a list of the top ten worst toys each year. The[…]