Defective Products

Vaping is supposed to be a safer alternative to cigarette smoking. While the potential long-term health risks of inhaling the vapors of electronic cigarettes (e-cigarettes) have been widely publicized lately, there are short-term risks that can result in serious injury or death. There were 2,035 e-cigarette injuries caused by explosions...

Electronic cigarettes (e-cigarettes) are battery-operated devices that deliver a vapor, which provides users a similar sensation to inhaling tobacco smoke, but without the smoke. Using these devices is also called vaping. E-cigarettes were first marketed as a safer alternative to smoking cigarettes and tobacco. However, new studies, research and lawsuits...

Since 2006, when electronic cigarettes (e-cigarettes) first hit the US market, sales have exploded. The worldwide e-cigarette market is worth more than $10 billion, with the U.S. market making up a large chunk of that. These products work by heating and vaporizing flavored oils to create a vapor that can...

Defective products have the potential to cause serious injuries. If you have been injured by a defective product, you may be wondering about what compensation you can receive in a product liability claim. The type of compensation you may be eligible for will depend on the specifics of your case....

Products are supposed to be safe for consumers to use. If a person is injured when using a product, state law affords the victim the opportunity to pursue legal action against the manufacturer, distributor or retailer for the damages he or she sustained. If you believe that your injury was...

More than 6.5 million pounds of raw beef products has been recalled today by the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) due to an outbreak of salmonella. The recall was issued after JBS Tolleson Inc., an Arizona-based meat processing plant, was identified as the common supplier...

Manufacturers and other parties that bring goods into the market have the legal responsibility to exercise due care to ensure the product is not defective and is safe to use. However, every year defective products make their way into consumers' homes and businesses, causing them harm. If you or a...

As a consumer, you have access to a great number of products on a daily basis and expect these products to work as promised. However, dangerous and defective products can still be released on the market due to defects in design, manufacturing or marketing. If you or someone you love...

Each year, consumers are injured by defective products such as vehicle parts, electronic devices or prescription medications. In these situations, victims may be able to pursue a product liability lawsuit to obtain compensation for their medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering. Depending on the circumstances of their case,...