Most products that consumers here in Georgia and the rest of the United States purchase are mass-produced. This may cause manufacturing defects to occur. If a product doesn't function as it should, injures you or kills someone that you love, then you may be entitled...
Product Liability
Two dresser models recalled for stability issues
Georgia residents need to check if they own a dresser from either Ridgewood Industries, also known as Ameriwood Home, or E&E because the two companies have issued a recall. The former is recalling one million of its Belmont four-drawer dressers, which were sold...
What should I know when choosing a Halloween costume?
Halloween will be here before you know it, which is why many parents in Georgia have already begun shopping for costumes. When looking for cool costumes, safety is an important concern, and there are a variety of things to consider to ensure your child remains...
Why do lithium ion batteries explode?
While the chance that the lithium-ion battery in your mobile device will explode is relatively low, when these incidents occur they carry a serious risk of fire damage and injury, which is sometimes severe. Additionally, the problem has persisted despite manufacturer...
The CPSC provides a current list of dangerous products
At , in Georgia, we routinely see the news media reports on major manufacturer recalls for products such as airbags and medical devices. However, you should know that the list of defective and dangerous products is much, much...
Common blood pressure drug may increase cardiac arrest risk
A preliminary study concludes that a drug that doctors commonly prescribe to treat angina and blood pressure might increase the risk of sudden cardiac arrest. A recent study looked at the risk factors behind cardiac arrest. Cardiac arrest occurs when the heart stops...
What is a reasonable alternative design?
In some scenarios concerning product liability in Georgia, an individual suffers injury due to a defective product. The attorney for the injured party claims a defective design was the culprit and will argue that the company which made the product is liable because...