Product Recalls

Whether you live in sunny California or brisk Chicago, a boiler or space heater is bound to come in handy at some point. People all over the country turn them on to heat small rooms and houses with little problems, but some models have proven to be safer than others.Recently Weil-McClain recalled over 8,000 boilers [...]

Easy, do-it-yourself home makeovers can be a lot of fun. Switching out a paint color or drawer knob can make a world of difference in a dull room – but what if those new improvements pose danger to you and your family?Recently, Cost Plus recalled about 251,400 glass bubble knobs because they can pose a [...]

If you are an avid hunter, you might have recently purchased a MXB Crossbow distributed by Mission Archery. Most individuals experienced in hunting with crossbows probably feel confident in their capabilities with the device, but what if the weapon doesn’t perform as it should?Users of the MXB Crossbows purchased between May 2013 and April 2014 [...]

While consumers love new advances in technology, some products are better left in manual mode. Smoke and carbon dioxide alarms have protected individuals and families for years now, but new technologies can make them less efficient than their modern predecessors.Nest Labs developed the Nest Protect: Smoke + CO Alarm with the intention of giving users [...]

by Brayton Purcell LLP May 30, 2014 Product Recalls Fashion comes at a price. When shopping for clothing, most consumers do not think twice about whether or not a garment poses a risk to their life. As large retailers work to offer fashionable clothing at more affordable prices, these kinds of consumer thoughts are becoming normal. Consumers who recently purchased girls’ clothing at H&M might be interested to hear about the recent recall of 65,000 pairs of belted leggings due to a choking hazard. The leggings were sold in sizes 1 ½ to 8 years, and have a plastic belt […]

by Brayton Purcell LLPMay 29, 2014Product RecallsIf you are a cyclist, you might want to hear about the recent recall by BMC. The Alpenchallenge, Masschallenge, and Urbanchallenge bicycle models with Aprebic Forks were recently pulled from store shelves when it was found that the forks can crack or break. This crack or break happens above [...]

by Brayton Purcell LLPMay 28, 2014Product RecallsThere are many products available in retail stores that advertise assisting the elderly and otherwise medically impaired. Whether it is a hearing aid or a comfortable pillow, these devices are not prescriptions, and are assumed to be safe for the use of the general public. It can quickly become [...]

by Brayton Purcell LLP May 26, 2014 Product Recalls The baby monitor company Summer Infant is recalling about 800,000 rechargeable batteries used in their baby video monitors due to the possibility of a burn hazard. The manufacturer has received 22 reports of overheated or ruptured batteries, including incidents of smoke and minor property damage. There has been no reported harm to babies or parents. The hand-held, color video monitors were sold with a matching camera and A/C adaptors at Babies “R” Us, online and other retailers from about February 2010 through 2012 for $150 to $350. The batteries are about […]

What happens when a consumer product fails to meet safety standards? Hopefully the problem is caught before the product is sold to any unsuspecting individuals, but that is not always the case. Thousands of products of all kinds are recalled from store shelves and consumer homes, everyday. Whether you are a professional landscaper or a [...]

by Brayton Purcell LLPMay 6, 2014Product RecallsThe diet and fitness world is a great place in which to make some money. There are individuals all over the United States desperate for quick and easy ways to shed some pounds. Whether in the form of weight loss pills or trendy exercise equipment, people are prone to purchasing products that advertise quick and easy results.There is a great range of fitness products out there on the market, but some have been reported to cause injuries among users. Most recently, Ontel recalled 170,000 of their ISO7X Isometric Exercise Devices after complaints of injuries […]