Arm’s Reach Concepts Recalls Infant Bed-Side Sleepers due to Suffocation Dangers
By admin on April 7, 2011
Infant bed-side sleepers manufactured by Arm’s Reach Concepts have been found to pose a risk of suffocation, falls, and entrapment, according to Reuters. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) discovered that infants can fall from the mattress into the loose fabric at the bottom of the sleeper and become entrapped, posing great risk of suffocation.
The bed-side sleepers are designed to have one side that is lower than the others. The lower side is placed near the caregiver’s bed so that the baby can be more easily reached to be fed and cared for. However, if the product is not installed properly, the bed can be dangerous. So far, there have been 10 reports of infants that have fallen or become trapped. Fortunately, none have been injured.
The sleepers were sold at Burlington Coat Factory, Babies R Us, and other locations between September of 1997 and December of 2001. Any parent or caregiver who owns one of the recalled sleepers should stop using it and should visit the company’s website for assembly instructions in order to ensure the sleeper is properly installed.
Manufacturers have a legal duty to design, create, and sell products that are safe for consumers to use. If a consumer is injured while using an unsafe product, the consumer has a cause of action against the manufacturer. Manufacturers also have a duty to provide proper assembly instructions for any products that require assembly in order to guarantee the product is safely constructed.
Have you been injured by a defective product? If so, you could recover compensation for your injuries from a negligent manufacturer. Contact Maryland personal injury attorney Steven H. Heisler, “The Injury Lawyer,” to learn more about your legal rights and options. Call 877-228-HURT today.
Poor Conditions at Johnson & Johnson Plant Led to Tylenol Recall
By injuheis on June 3, 2010
A manufacturing plant owned by Johnson & Johnson which manufactures Tylenol in Fort Washington, Pennsylvania, was closed because of quality issues and safety violations in early May. Based on a CNN Money report, on May 1, 50 children’s non-prescription drugs were recalled, including Motrin, Benadryl and Tylenol, as a result of an FDA probe into conditions at the factory. The FDA report listed 20 violations, including 46 consumer complaints about the products that were recalled. A House committee is scheduled to hold a hearing this week about the recall.
Among the worst complaints are:
- that the factory doesn’t have adequate lab facilities to test products;
- that company officials failed to follow up on consumer complaints of foreign materials in the medicine;
- a lack of proper controls in the manufacturing of infant Tylenol (leading to overly powerful medicine);
- untrained employees;
- filthy conditions at the plant; and
- contaminated drums that were used to transport raw materials.
The FDA is considering several options against Johnson & Johnson, including completely closing the factory or maintaining a constant third-party inspection at the plant. A Johnson & Johnson spokesman did not comment on how long the facility would remain shut, but a company representative did indicate it would not resume manufacturing until the necessary corrective actions have been taken.
Have you or a loved one been injured because of a defective or recalled drug? The drug company may be liable for any medical problems or serious injuries that result because of the consumption of a defective or contaminated drug. Contact Steven H. Heisler, “The Injury Lawyer”, today at 877-228-4878 for a free consultation regarding your product liability case. As a skilled Baltimore defective product attorney, Steven H. Heisler has the legal experience and knowledge to help you hold negligent manufacturers responsible and obtain compensation for your injuries and associated damages.
Zicam Defective Drug Recall Begins
By injuheis on July 23, 2009
Matrixx Initiatives is issuing a product recall of several Zicam intranasal cold remedies a week after federal regulators told the company to stop selling its products that were apparently causing consumers to lose their sense of smell. According to a Reuters news report, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently issued a warning to consumers that several Matrixx Zicam cold remedies, such as sprays and gels, were not safe to use because they contained zinc, which has the potential to damage a nerve that affects the sense of smell.
On June 16, 2009, the FDA warned Matrixx to stop selling these defective drugs after more than 130 reports of people losing their sense of smell after using the products. The FDA also urged consumers to stop taking the over-the-counter products.
There are a variety of state and federal laws, which govern the manufacture, production, labeling and distribution of pharmaceutical products. Drug makers are expected to exercise a certain standard of care that includes safe labeling, appropriate manufacturing conditions, and informing doctors about the risks of their drugs. However, brief testing periods and unsafe manufacturing conditions can lead to massive drug recalls, which can affect a drug company’s reputation and endanger the lives of innocent victims who can experience lasting and even deadly side effects. State statutes of limitations for filing pharmaceutical claims can be limited, so it’s a good idea to consider your legal options as soon as possible after sustaining injury due to an unsafe drug product.
If you have sustained injury due to a drug, it is best to contact an experienced Maryland pharmaceutical litigation attorney who can help you pursue your legal rights. The law offices of Steven H. Heisler specifically serve personal injury victims and can help you if you or a loved one has been injured by unsafe drugs including Zicam. If you’re interested in finding out more about how your pharmaceutical litigation can result in compensation, settlements and damages for your injuries, you need to speak with Steven H. Heisler. Each case consultation is free, confidential, and carries absolutely no obligation. Contact us today for more information on pharmaceutical litigation and your pharmaceutical injury.
Hyundai Vehicles Recalled in West Virginia for Corrosion Damage
By injuheis on May 7, 2009
West Virginia is one of the states where Hyundai is recalling three of its vehicle models because of possible corrosion damage. Nationwide, the auto maker is recalling 175,765 model year 2001-2004 Sonata and model year 2001-2004 XG300 and XG350 originally sold in 20 states including West Virginia and the District of Columbia, according to an article in the Toledo Blade. During the winter months, large quantities of salt are used to de-ice the roads in these states. The road salt may result in damage to the sub-frame steel in these vehicles.
According to the report, the corrosion damage is usually quite visible and can be detected during routine maintenance. Owners of these vehicles may also hear noises or notice tire misalignment and steering pull. These are symptoms that indicate that the vehicle needs to be serviced. The front wheel may make contact with the fender of wheel wall, increasing the possibility of a crash. To get more information about this recall, owners should contact the Hyundai Customer Assistance Center at 1-800-633-5151.
Thousands of fatal auto accidents in the United States are caused by defective vehicles and faulty automobile design. Often, when a vehicle has an inherent product defect or a mechanical malfunction that is triggered by a product defect, the potential for a crash increases.
If you have been seriously injured in a car accident caused by a defective auto, you may be entitled to compensation for medical expenses, loss of earnings, pain and suffering. Please call the West Virginia auto accident attorneys at the law offices of Steven H. Heisler for a free evaluation of your personal injury claim.
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Maryland Patients Can Sue Drug Makers: Supreme Court Ruling
By injuheis on March 5, 2009
The Baltimore Sun reports in a story that a Supreme Court ruling upholds the right for patients to sue drug manufacturers.
According to the Sun, the Bush administration made a push in its final days to shield drug manufacturers from personal injury claims. The pro-manufacturer strategy claimed that FDA approval of a given drug removed the ability of juries to decide whether that drug had dangerous effects.
In its 6-3 ruling, the Supreme Court disagreed with this argument and sent a clear message to consumers and drug manufacturers that product liability lawsuits and dangerous drug lawsuits are legitimate means of protecting the interests of consumers.
The case that brought this matter to the attention of the Supreme Court involved a Vermont musician, Diane Levine, who developed gangrene in one of her arms after an injection of an anti-nausea drug. Her case against pharmaceutical giant Wyeth resulted in a jury award of $6.7 million, which the drug manufacturer appealed on the grounds that the drug carried an FDA warning.
An experienced Maryland defective products and drugs attorney like Steven H. Heisler will protect your rights, work hard on your behalf, and help you navigate the legal course to justice. Mr. Heisler has been helping Maryland personal injury victims for many years and has the experience and resources to help you seek justice after a drug or defective product has caused you harm. For a free consultation with skilled Maryland pharmaceutical litigation lawyer Steven H. Heisler, call him today at 877-228-4878 to get the monetary compensation you deserve for your injuries or loss.