It seems that product liability lawsuits have become more and more ubiquitous these days. So what exactly does product liability mean? Simply put, products liability references the party that is held liable by law for any harm or damage that is inflicted by a product on the user of that product. Often this distinction is not just […]
Most consumer products safety falls under the jurisdiction of the Consumer Product Safety Commission. They have jurisdiction over consumer products that cover such mundane everyday types of products from toys to lawn mowers and even fireworks. Though they cover a multitude of products that most people use on a regular day to day basis they do […]
Technology coupled with human ingenuity has made countless consumer products cheaper, more efficient, easier to use, more reliable and safer. However, mistakes in either the design or manufacturing processes still occur – when they do, the consequences can be disastrous. Philadelphia consumers have a reasonable expectation that the products they buy perform in a safe […]
Pennsylvania residents may be interested to know that the car manufacturer Subaru has come under investigation by federal safety regulators following consumer complaints that its Subaru Impreza model may potentially suffer from a serious defective auto part. The auto defects impact air bags that protect the front passenger seat causing them to fail to deploy in the […]
Statistically speaking, more injuries happen at home than in any other place. Most of those injuries are derived from the use of defective electrical appliances, which should not be surprising, since Americans use electrical equipment and appliances every day. Improper use of an electrical appliance or use of a defective appliance may result in injury. […]
Most manufacturers want to earn the loyalty and trust of their customers when it comes to their products. They do so by producing quality products that meet the needs of consumers in their target market, whether it is an international market or a more localized region, such as the state of Pennsylvania. In addition to […]
Manufacturers have considerable responsibilities for their products when they put them on the market, including in Pennsylvania. To be competitive, they must ensure their products can do what they are advertised to do while also being safe for consumer use. Manufacturers are also obliged to provide proper warnings about any risks associated with their products. […]
Some people buy products simply because of their design. For example, some car owners in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, may buy a vehicle for its design, seating capacity and features. This can also apply if a person is buying a smart phone. However, the product design is not the only important feature when it comes time to […]
The pride and joy of many parents in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, are their children. Many mothers and fathers will do and give practically anything to their children just to see them smile. They buy them clothes, toys and accessories, including items like the Teenage Mutant Ninja wristwatch, which is available at Toys R Us and other […]
Hip-replacement surgery has been a staple of surgery over the last 30 years and typically uses a device made of ceramic, plastic or metal. Although a surgeon’s expertise is necessary for the procedure to be successful, the prosthetic hip itself should be in excellent condition and free of defects before surgery. If not, patients are […]