Defective Products

It appears that some national organizations are neglecting to file federal government reports concerning known product defects. An Arizona TV station investigation recently discovered that an increasing number of companies are being penalized by the Consumer Product Safety Commission for...

Products of all types are susceptible to defects. According to SaferProducts.gov, the nearly a year old product safety database maintained by the government, leading in complaints are kitchen appliances.Of the 6,500 total of reports filed on the site since its...

To many residents of Pennsylvania it may seem that automobile recalls are in the news every day. Nonetheless, owners of the vehicles that have been recalled should pay attention. The failure to learn more about the defect could result in...

As the winter months drag on, it is a given that some residents throughout the Pittsburgh area are daydreaming about hot summer days. For some, that means spending the dog days of summer relaxing in a hammock in their backyard....

Though snow is still covering much of the ground throughout the Pittsburgh area, there are nonetheless those who are starting to prepare for the change in seasons and the outdoor chores that come with it. Individuals who take care of...

Playgrounds throughout the nation are used regularly by children looking to pass time and get rid of pent-up energy. As is the case with nearly all products used by children, there is an expectation that the product will be safe...

Many women throughout Pennsylvania and the rest of the country wear make-up in the effort to make themselves look younger and healthier. For a lot of women, lipstick is a must have since it is quick and easy to apply....

Arsenic has made its way into infant formula, according to a recently published report. Researchers from Dartmouth University discovered arsenic in two defective products: infant formula and cereal bars. It is not known whether any of the products tested were...

Earlier this week the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration announced an investigation into fires occurring in two vehicles in Toyota's line of car models. Affected are the crossover RAV4 SUV and the popular Camry. Both vehicles are found throughout the...

While it is of course not okay for anyone to be injured due to a defective product, it is particularly upsetting when the people injured are children. Children look to others to ensure their safety. The adults who care for...

Nearly 2 million coffee makers have been recalled after multiple reports of severe burn injuries caused by the spraying of hot liquid onto consumers. In addition, more than 4 million packages of coffee have also been recalled due to similar...

Consumers of boiled eggs in Pennsylvania should beware. Michael Foods recently recalled more than a million eggs that were hard-cooked for fear of listeria contamination. Pennsylvania is one of the 34 states where the possibly defective product was distributed.The potential...