Vinyl Covers for Motorized SunSetter Awnings Recalled After Accidental Death

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EAST PROVIDENCE, R.I. — WPRI 12 in East Providence, RI reports that 270,000 soft vinyl covers used with a motorized awning from Sunsetter must be recalled because the awnings could open without warning and inflict serious injuries that could result in death. One person has already died, and six other people sustained injuries from the malfunctioning motorized awning and cover combination. Overall, SunSetter received 14 complaints about the motorized awnings springing open unexpectedly. 

According to information provided by WPRI 12, the Consumer Product Safety Commission publicized the dangers of the motorized awning and cover. The Commission said that the bungee tie-downs hold the cover over the awning. However, if the cover is on, and the motor is accidentally switched on, then the awning could spring open if the tie-downs are removed. There is no danger if the motor is not switched on. Additionally, the recall only pertains to covers designed explicitly for the motorized awning and not the mechanical awning.

The man who died from his injuries while using the awning was perched on a ladder on top of a balcony while removing the tie-downs. The motorized awning sprung to life once the doomed man removed the tie-downs and knocked him off of the ladder. 

Consumers who own the SunSetter Motorized, Motorized XL, Pro, or Pro XL must contact SunSetter directly to obtain a repair kit for your vinyl cover and awning. The company will provide consumers with a safety clip and instructions on how to install the clips safely. Also, the company will provide expert instructions on how to remove the bungee tie-downs. The Consumer Product Safety Commission insists that customers do not open their motorized awnings. 

SunSetter sold the recalled covers for about $100.00. The company also gave away many of the recalled covers as part of a promotional program. The company produced the recalled awning covers from 1999 until January 2019. 

If you or a loved one has been injured or killed due to a defective SunSetter Motorized, Motorized XL, Pro, or Pro XL motorized awning, call the Law Offices of Jason Turchin at 1-800-510-0750 for your free consultation with an experienced product liability lawsuit lawyer . That’s (888) 998-4284. We are available 24/7 to discuss your case. 

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Crate and Barrel Toy Walker Choking Wrongful Death Lawsuits

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WASHINGTON, D.C. — Crate and Barrel announced a recall for a children’s toy that has the potential to cut a child using the toy. Additionally, the small, removable parts create a choking hazard for small children. ABC 7 WXYZ reported the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission believes that the toy walker recalled by Crate and Barrel can deteriorate with use and create a danger to small children. Crate and Barrel said the company received three complaints from consumers reporting ordinary wear and tear exposed short sharp edges and smaller parts that fell out of the toy. Crate and Barrel are not aware of any injuries. 

The toy walker Crate and Barrel recalled sold on its website for about $100.00 and have several developmental games such as balls that spin, gears that turn, and pegs that move. The toy walker rolls along smoothly and helps babies maintain their balance as they learn to walk. The SKU for the recalled item is 124-248. Customers can compare the SKU for their child’s walker with the recalled walker by locating the white, one-inch sticker on the bottom of the walker. The upscale retailer sold the recalled walker from January of 2019 to April of 2019. 

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission counseled parents and caretakers to stop using the walker immediately and remove it from the child’s play area. The Commission also said that parents should contact Crate and Barrel as soon as possible to learn how they can obtain a full refund. 

The Consumer Product Safety Commission, in its press release, said that Crate and Barrel must recall approximately 1,500 toy activity walkers. No information was available to explain how long the people who registered complaints with Crate and Barrel about the damage to the walkers owned the toy before the damage occurred. All of the recalled items were made in Taiwan. 

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If your child was cut, injured or killed by a Crate and Barrel toy walker, call the Law Offices of Jason Turchin at 1-800-510-0750 for your free consultation with an experienced product liability lawsuit lawyer. That’s (888) 998-4284. We are available 24/7 to discuss your case. 

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Crate and Barrell Toy Walker Injuries & Fatalities

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Crate and Barrell Push Walkers Poses a Serious Safety Threat to Toddlers

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Crate and Barrel announced a recall of a toy walker because the item presents a substantial safety risk to children and toddlers. Crate and Barrel received reports that the toy walker wears down with use and the wear exposes sharp points and small parts upon which a small child or toddler could cut themselves or choke upon. Anytime a child chokes, there is a high risk of death or severe injury. Additionally, the sharp points could lead to severe lacerations. Furthermore, the toy walker presents a significant falling risk when the item begins to fall apart. Furnituretoday.com said that Crate and Barrel must recall approximately 1,500 activity toy walkers as a result of the defect. 

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission commenced working with Crate and Barrel to recall the activity toy walkers after the company received several complaints about the dangers this item posed to small children. The Consumer Product Safety Commission called attention to the fact that Crate and Barrel commenced this recall initiative voluntarily using the Commission’s Fast Track program to get the notice out to as many Crate and Barrel customers about the recall as quickly and efficiently as possible. 

Crate and Barrel sold the product as a device designed to assist young children when learning to walk. The company marketed the device as a “Baby Push Walker.”  Toddlers hold onto the handle for stability as they take their first steps. Unfortunately, the product, which is made out of wood primarily, will suffer damage over time. The damage exposes sharp edges and other smaller parts that a child could easily get cut on or pick up and swallow if one of the tiny pieces falls out. 

Crate and Barrel received three reports of damage to the Baby Push Walker which left dangerous parts exposed. Crate and Barrell received no reports of injuries from the damage to the walker. 

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If your child was cut, injured or killed by a Crate and Barrel walker, call the Law Offices of Jason Turchin at 1-800-510-0750 for your free consultation with an experienced product liability lawsuit lawyer. That’s (888) 998-4284. We are available 24/7 to discuss your case. 

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Club Car Fire Lawsuit Lawyers

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BIRMINGHAM, AL — Club Car, the maker of golf Cars and other personalized transportation alternatives, announced a recall on some of its vehicles. According to CBS 42, gas-powered golf Cars and other gas-powered vehicles made by Club Car have a manufacturing defect that could start a fire. Fires could result in physical injuries, burns, loss of life, and property damage if the Club Car catches fire while in operation or while parked in a garage or near a home. The company says that 7,000 of the recalled vehicles were sold in the U.S. and another 2,000 were sold in Canada.  Club Car has identified the problem and will repair the vehicle without charging the owner. 

Club Car is well-known for its golf Cars as well as other short-distance vehicles such as shuttles that scoot people around. The vehicles are widely reputed for their safety and convenience. Despite their reputation, Club Car announced that it must recall their 2019 vehicles because of the threat they could spontaneously combust. The problem stems from fuel leaks in their gas-powered carts. The company said that no one sustained any injuries, and no property damage was reported. However, the company did receive three complaints from owners that their new vehicle was leaking fuel. Those reports prompted the recall. 

The recalled Club Cars were manufactured and sold between August of 2018 and July of 2019. The vehicles have a retail price from anywhere between $7,000.00 and $11,000.00. Owners of the recalled Club Cars will receive a notification from the company directly instructing them how to go about having the repairs on their carts completed. Until then, Club Car and the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recommend that owners must not use their vehicles until the recall repairs are made because of the threat that a fuel leak could start a fire. Any owner can contact Club Car directly to expedite the process. 

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If you or a loved one suffered a burn injury, fatality or property damage due to a Club Car golf cart, call the Law Offices of Jason Turchin at 1-800-510-0750 for your free consultation with an experienced product liability lawsuit lawyer. That’s (888) 998-4284. We are available 24/7 to discuss your case. 

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Adornments on Babies’ Socks Present Choking Hazard

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ATLANTA, Ga. — The furniture trade magazine Furniture Today reported that the children’s clothing and accessory manufacturer London Bridge must recall 7,500 sock and wrist sets. The rattles affixed to the wristbands and socks respectively may fall off. The ornamental rattles are small enough for a child to place in his or her mouth and cause a choking hazard if the item falls off of the clothing. London Bridge announced its recall campaign in conjunction with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. London Bridge reported the Consumer Product Safety Commission that one rattle fell off a child’s attire. That incident prompted the recall campaign initiated by London Bridge. No child was hurt in that incident. The Commission Product Safety Commission agrees that a loose rattle could get caught and choke a child.

The Consumer Product Safety Commission instructed parents or caretakers of children who own London Bridge’s wristband and sock combination to stop using the garments immediately. The Commission also instructed consumers to return the items to the point of purchase or to contact London Bridge to obtain a full refund of the purchase price. 

The recalled garments include a set of baby socks and a wristband. The socks and wristband match and are intended to be worn as a set. The wristband has a small rattle sewn into it. Additionally, London Bridge sewn in small rattles in the toes of the socks. The rattles are tiny and could be easily missed by an adult if one worked its way out of the socks or wristband. 

The recalled sock and wristband set are for both boys and girls. The socks and wristbands are sold in varieties such as strawberry, ladybugs, animals, and athletic themes. London Bridge manufactured the items in China and sold them at stores across the U.S. for approximately $7.00 from January to May of 2019.

If you lost your baby due to a defective sock and wristband rattle, call the Law Offices of Jason Turchin at 1-800-510-0750 for your free consultation with an experienced product liability wrongful death lawsuit lawyer. That’s (888) 998-4284. We are available 24/7 to discuss your case. 

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Parents Sue Walmart after Daughter Killed by Dresser

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MANHATTAN, New York — The devastated parents of a young child filed a wrongful death lawsuit against Walmart as well as the company that manufactured a dresser-drawer set that toppled over and fell on their little girl. The 2-year-old girl suffocated to death according to a news report of the case appearing in the New York Post.  Walmart and the furniture manufacturer have not responded to the lawsuit filed by the plaintiffs in Manhattan Superior Court. The case will proceed through the court until reached for trial. The Manhattan Superior Court did not set a trial date upon the filing of the legal action. 

The mother of the 2-year-old baby girl who died said in her pleadings to the court that she went to check on her daughter, who was supposed to be sleeping. Instead, the unsuspecting mother found her daughter’s lifeless body under a dresser set. The pleadings say that the mother found her daughter entangled in a couple of drawers. There was no indication given by the N.Y. Post that the parents heard or should have heard the dresser topple over.

The parents of the deceased child now seek an undetermined sum of money from Walmart and South Shore, a Canadian furniture manufacturer as compensation for damages. The parents allege that Walmart knew or should have known that the Libra 3-drawer dresser was top-heavy and that children use the drawers as a ladder to reach the top, causing the furniture to fall on the climbing child. The family received the dresser as a gift.

South Shore possess direct knowledge of the dangers top-heavy dressers present to children. The company announced two recalls for their Summer Breeze furniture line within six months of the baby’s tragic death. The company refused to respond to an inquiry seeking commentary. Meanwhile, Walmart responded by offering the family condolences but would not address the allegations contained in the lawsuit. 

If you or a loved one has been injured or killed due to a top-heavy 3-drawer dresser, call the Law Offices of Jason Turchin at 1-800-510-0750 for your free consultation with an experienced product liability lawsuit lawyer . That’s (888) 998-4284. We are available 24/7 to discuss your case. 

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Inflatables Caused Nearly 20,000 Injuries in 2018

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NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Before you go ahead and order that big inflatable bouncing house with the latest and greatest superhero comic book character or favorite animated tv or film star emblazoned on it for your next backyard celebration, consider the dangers inflatable bounce houses present. According to a report by Fox News 17 in Nashville, over 18,000 children and adults sustained injuries while using an inflatable house. Additionally, twelve people have died from injuries sustained while using the bounce houses during the time frame of 2003 to 2013. Because of those grim statistics, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission has asked parents to watch their children closely while they use the inflatable party attractions. 

One of the issues with inflatable houses and other inflatable rides relates to securing them to the ground. A gust of wind as soft as 15 miles per hour and get under a poorly secured bouncy house and cast it in the air even when occupied. The subsequent fall for the people in an airborne inflatable can inflict fatal injuries. As a result, therefore, the Consumer Product Safety Commission cautions parents that using an inflatable ride in winds faster than 25 miles per hour could yield tragic results. 

The Consumer Product Safety Commission also offered other safety suggestions. The Commission said that parents and caretakers should closely watch how workers install the inflatable house’s fasteners securely to the ground. Also, there are other hazards for which parents must be on the watch. For example, bounce houses should not be used near trees, power lines, or fences. Furthermore, the house must be affixed to solid ground that is neither sloped nor uneven. 

Many injuries occur from users falling out or colliding with other users.  People in jumping houses are susceptible to concussion and other contact injuries from striking others. The Commission suggests that an adult monitor a bouncing house while in use.

If you or a loved one has been injured or killed due to an inflatable bouncing house, bouncy house or any other defective or dangerous inflatable toy, call the Law Offices of Jason Turchin at 1-800-510-0750 for a free consultation with an experienced product liability lawsuit lawyer . That’s (888) 998-4284. We are available 24/7 to discuss your case. 

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SunSetter Motorized Patio Awnings Recalled

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U.S. Recall News reports that the company that manufactures the SunSetter motorized patio awnings issued an immediate recall because of a faulty motor that could allow the awning to spring open an injure the user. Specifically, the company has recalled the awning covers, according to a press release from the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. To date, one person has died from an injury sustained when attempting to use the SwingSetter. Preliminarily, it appears that the motor for the automatic awning switched on while the awning was still leashed with a bungee cord tie-down. The awning could hit someone in the way after the user removes the cover because the awning will spring out unexpectedly. 

The SunSetter cover recalled is for a wall-mounted unit that operates with a motor. Consistent with the Consumer Product Safety Commission announcement, the company has recalled 270,000 units that were sold domestically in the U.S. and another 11,000 sold in Canada. All of the recalled units were sold between June of 1999 and January of 2019. The recall applies to the motorized awnings only. The SunSetter awnings that open manually are not included in this recall.

At this time, the Consumer Product Safety Commission is aware of 14 incidents in which the motorized awning sprung loose. Six people suffered varying degrees of injury from being hit by the device, and one person died. The person who perished was a 73-year-old man who fell off of a ladder and then over a balcony railing when the awning sprung open while he was trying to remove the tie-downs.

All motorized SunSetter owners are advised to contact the company regarding the recall. The company will distribute breakaway safety clips to replace the bungee tie-downs. For its effort, SunSetter is contacting owners of the motorized devices to inform them about the recall and the appropriate steps to take to repair the awning.

If you or a loved one has been injured or killed due to a defective motorized awning, call the Law Offices of Jason Turchin at 1-800-510-0750 for your free consultation with an experienced product liability lawsuit lawyer . That’s (888) 998-4284. We are available 24/7 to discuss your case. 

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Battery Powered Smoke Detectors Recalled

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SACRAMENTO, Cal. — The California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection notified the state’s residents that a battery-powered smoke alarm manufactured by Universal Security Instruments is part of a recall campaign. According to a report appearing in the Lamorinda Weekly, Universal Security Instruments and the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission worked closely to initiate the recall after receiving 132 reports of brand new smoke detectors not working. Universal Security has recalled about 180,000 units because of the failure of new smoke detectors to work.

The Consumer Product Safety Commission pleaded with the public to check their Universal Systems smoke detectors with a date code of 2015JAN19 though 2016JUL11. The model numbers for the recall smoke detectors and fire alarms are MI3050S and MI3050SB. The smoke alarms are powered by a battery that lasts for ten years and must be replaced accordingly. They are ionization smoke and fire alarms that were manufactured white and are 5 ½ inches in diameter. All information needed to confirm that the smoke alarm is subject to the recall may be located on the back of the device.

The Consumer Product Safety Commission said that owners should test their Universal Systems alarms. The Commission said that if the alarm sounds during the test, then there is no need to remove the smoke alarm and return it. However, if there is no alarm emitted during testing, and the model matches the recalled products, then the homeowner must call Universal Systems for a replacement device 

The Consumer Product Safety Commission says the defective alarms have a misaligned internal switch. Not every alarm sold between July 2015 and December 2016 is defective. As a result, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission suggests testing the device first. To date, the manufacturer received 134 complaints from purchasers that the alarms did not sound during testing while purchasers were installing the product.

If you lost a loved one due to a defective smoke detector, call the Law Offices of Jason Turchin at 1-800-510-0750 for your free consultation with an experienced defective smoke detector wrongful death lawsuit lawyer . That’s (888) 998-4284. We are available 24/7 to discuss your case. 

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Consumer Reports Says Three Bikes Helmets Failed Testing

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SAN ANTONIO, Tex. — Consumer Reports claims that three bicycle helmets the consumer watchdog company evaluated failed during testing. According to a report appearing on KSAT.com, Consumer Reports advised bicycle riders to avoid purchasing the Bontrager Ballista MIP’s helmets, Woom Kids Helmet, and the Morpher Flat Folding Helmet. Each of the three helmet varieties failed basic safety requirements. Consumer Reports recommends purchasing another helmet that satisfies the minimum safety standards established by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Despite those stern warnings, Consumer Reports is not aware of any injuries or deaths attributable to the three helmets in issue. 

According to the KSAT.com article, Consumer Reports indicated that the Bontrager Ballista MIP helmet could not pass muster because it failed during an examination called a retention system strength test. Consumer Reports said that the chin strap failed during the trial. A chinstrap failure means that the helmet could fly off the wearer’s head in the event of an accident. The well-known bicycle manufacturer Trek makes those helmets. Trek said that the helmet is perfectly safe and has not planned to take any “corrective action.” 

The second helmet Consumer Reports advised riders to avoid is the Morpher Flat Folding Helmet. Consumer Reports claims that head failed to pass an impact test. Such a failure would expose a wearer to injury even if the helmet stayed on the rider’s head. Morpher stood by its product, saying that the helmet design meets all current safety standards established by law and is safe for consumers. Morpher has no plans to remove its product from store shelves or online retailers.

The third helmet Consumer Reports examined in the Woom Kids Helmet. Like the Morpher, this helmet also failed the impact test. Woom stopped selling those helmets because of Consumer Reports’ findings. The company said it is trying to determine its next steps.

If you or a loved one has been been injured due to an accident with a defective bike helmet, call the Law Offices of Jason Turchin at 1-800-510-0750 for your free consultation with an experienced defective bike helmet lawsuit lawyer . That’s (888) 998-4284. We are available 24/7 to discuss your case. 

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