- Claude Wyle | August 31, 2007 4:45 PM |
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Defective & Dangerous ProductsThe answer seems to be summed up in two words; CHINA and MONEY! I am getting sick and tired of foreign toy makers sending us dangerous and toxic toys. The Chinese companies who export these dangerous toys to the U.S. know we have laws about lead paint. Is it just another case of profit over people? And why don't the big American toy companies check out their imports more carefully, before they...
- Claude Wyle | August 30, 2007 10:15 AM |
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Motorcycle AccidentsA 25 year old reckless driver Ramon Pineda caused a deadly motorcycle-car crash this past Sunday, killing an off-duty Flint police officer, Vincent Owen, age 26, of Goodrich. According to witnesses, Pineda was driving a Camaro about 8 p.m. Sunday on Sashabaw when he rear-ended the motorcycle driven by D'Anna. Pineda, attempted to run from the accident, and was restrained by witnesses....
- Claude Wyle | August 29, 2007 4:47 PM |
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Automobile AccidentsAs bicycle accident attorneys, we are noticing an upsurge in the frequency of bicycle accidents and the seriousness of the personal injuries sustained by the cyclists. Why are do many European cities and countries make biking better and safer? Why are there more and better bicycle paths in so many parts of the world, when the U.S.A. is supposedly getting so "green"? Senator Boxer recently...
- Claude Wyle | August 28, 2007 8:06 PM |
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Defective & Dangerous ProductsAfter receiving a report of a consumer who suffered serious head injuries from using an over-pressurized can, Sherman-Williams has issued a recall of Hi-Heatâ„¢ cans. Recently, one can exploded in a consumer's face, shattering an eye socket, knocking out teeth and breaking the jaw and nose. The cans retail for $20.00, yet mysteriously Sherman-Williams is offering only $15.00 refund checks. ...
- Claude Wyle | August 27, 2007 7:55 PM |
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Defective & Dangerous ProductsMattel issued a recall of 9 million dangerous and defective toys this last Tuesday. After one child death and dozens of serious injuries to children, Mattel has finally recalled these dangerous toys containing small, rare-earth magnets. These magnets are twenty times more powerful than most magnets. The magnets can be deadly to children if swallowed because if children swallow more than one,...
- Claude Wyle | August 27, 2007 4:29 PM |
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Automobile AccidentsSan Francisco Pedestrian Roger Tennyson, 77, was killed instantly by a speeding car in the Castro on Sunday, according to Larry Bartholomew, 66, his partner of 15 years. Tennyson had just parked his own car when an unidentified vehicle estimated to be going 70 to 80 miles per hour hit him outside his Castro home on the 100 block of Sanchez Street at 1:30 a.m. He had been a San Francisco resident...
- Claude Wyle | August 22, 2007 4:40 PM |
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Defective & Dangerous ProductsBling just may not be for babies. Retailers have voluntarily recalled pacifiers with Swarovski crystals glued to the handle. The crystals may become easily detached, and pose a choking hazard.For more information on this subject matter, please refer to the section on Defective and Dangerous Products.
- Claude Wyle | August 21, 2007 4:10 PM |
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Defective & Dangerous ProductsAfter receiving reports of children chewing through the spout of Playskook Sippy cups and choking, CVS Pharmacy has announced a recall of the product. Consumers of the product should immediately discard the product and may receive a full refund from CVS stores. For more information on this subject matter, please refer to the section on Defective and Dangerous Products.
- Claude Wyle | August 20, 2007 5:01 PM |
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MiscellaneousThe Rockingham Deluxe Lounge Chair has been recalled by its manufacturer, Bond Manufacturing Company. This voluntary recall occurred after the company received notice of consumers experiencing severe injuries to their shoulders, back, neck and head. Owners of this chair may call the consumer help-line at (866) 771-2663 for a full refund. Anyone using this chair should immediately discontinue...
- Claude Wyle | August 18, 2007 6:17 PM |
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MiscellaneousToday's toy box seems to pose a greater risk to children of lead poisoning that old, lead-based paint, ever did. Mattel announced earlier this week that the "Sarge" die cast toy cars, imported from China, may contain excessive lead levels. Parents should frequently consult the US Consumer Product Safety Commission to keep their children's toy box non-toxic. For more information on this...
- Claude Wyle | August 17, 2007 5:48 PM |
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Tractor-Trailer AccidentsThis Monday, Rick Uvaney, a trucker, survived a freeway accident with relatively few injuries after being struck by a SUV in Canton, Ohio. Moments before, Uvaney pulled to the side of the road to secure his load when a gust of wind blew his favorite baseball cap into the median. Uvaney was struck by the SUF during his attempt to retrieve his cap. Luckily, he escaped with only a broken wrist...
- Claude Wyle | August 15, 2007 4:49 PM |
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Motorcycle AccidentsOn Tuesday, in downtown Oakland , a motorcyclist was killed when an SUV while attempting to make a lane change, brushed the motorcycle he was riding, and caused him to hit a parked car, and then a cinder block wall.The motorcycle accident happened about 6 a.m. in the 100 block of Seventh Street, between Jackson and Madison streets, near Chinatown. This apparently is another case of "I just...
- Claude Wyle | August 14, 2007 3:59 PM |
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Defective & Dangerous ProductsDemocrats John D. Dingell and Bart Stupak of Michigan have written to Safeway and meatpacking companies in efforts to curtail sale of meat packaged in carbon monoxide gas. Treating meat with carbon monoxide gas prevents the meat from turning brown as quickly, making it appear fresher. Consumers can be tricked into purchasing unhealthy meat and suffer from food poisoning. Safeway has stepped...
- Claude Wyle | August 11, 2007 6:02 PM |
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Motorcycle AccidentsLet's hope others learn from the fatal mistake of the four motorcyclists who crashed into a concrete wall on Middle Harbor Road in Oakland, California last night during a "street race." Two of the riders were taken to Highland Hospital for treatment of serious injuries; the other two did not survive this deadly motorcycle crash. This is one good reason to keep racing to the track. For more...
- Claude Wyle | August 10, 2007 11:45 AM |
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Defective & Dangerous ProductsThis blog has reported many defective children's toys imported from China. Of all recalls last year, more than half have been for Chinese goods. Since the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) alleges it is powerless to regulate safety standards such as controlling lead content, it is up to consumers to put pressure on companies like Mattel, who import manufacture approximately 65% of...
- Claude Wyle | August 09, 2007 4:26 PM |
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Motorcycle AccidentsOur motorcycle accident attorneys have just begun working on this unusual and tragic case involving a motorcycle v. motorcycle crash on Altamont Road last Sunday. According to the CHP, witnesses, and the press, a 43 year old man named Joe Silver was riding his Suzuki at high speed and attempting to pass a car on a curve over the double yellow, at high speed. The Suzuki rider failed to see a...
- Claude Wyle | August 09, 2007 10:56 AM |
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Motorcycle AccidentsRonda Anaya and the driver of the motorcycle she rode on were enjoying a ride this Sunday afternoon as they headed down Altamont Pass Road in Alameda County, California. Suddenly, they met tragedy when they were thrown from their bikes during a head-on collision with a careless motorcyclist, Joe Silver, who was trying to pass the vehicle in front of him. The drivers of both motorcyclists were...
- Claude Wyle | August 07, 2007 3:57 PM |
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Defective & Dangerous ProductsAfter receiving complaints of Sony laptop batteries spontaneously catching on fire, Toshiba Corporation is recalling over 10,000 of Sony's lithium-ion battery packs. The batteries may short-circuit, and cause serious injuries. Consumers with these batteries should immediately stop use and consult their local Toshiba dealer for a free replacement. For more information on this subject, please...
- Claude Wyle | August 06, 2007 3:47 PM |
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Defective & Dangerous ProductsAfter discovering lead paint in Thomas Trains, RC2 has issued a recall of the product. Lead paint is known to cause numerous injuries, including seizures and death. This is one toy parents should take away from their children. RC2 is offering to replace the toys at no charge.For more information on this subject, please refer to our section on Defective adn Dangerous Products.
- Claude Wyle | August 04, 2007 4:13 PM |
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Tractor-Trailer AccidentsSan Francisco trucking attorneys prevailed in San Francisco Superior Court when a jury found CHP dispatch "grossly negligent" in their handling of a deadly 2003 trucking accident. The dispatch center failed to call an ambulance, yet reported one was on its way. The mishandling could have been a factor in the death of Richard Housley, who was crushed between the truck and trailer of the truck...
- Claude Wyle | August 03, 2007 8:40 AM |
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Automobile AccidentsToday one fallen cyclist was memorialized by a ceremony and a bicycle painted white, dubbed "the ghost bike." Ed Weiss may still be alive if only the motorcycle that struck him one year ago today while trying to pass a car learned to "share the road." Instead, this avid cyclist suffered fatal injuries. Hopefully this unfortunate event will raise awareness and prevent future auto accidents.
- Claude Wyle | August 01, 2007 3:42 PM |
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Automobile AccidentsA 60-year-old man was struck by an oncoming vehicle and killed early this morning while laying down flares on Highway 24 near Walnut Creek, California. The injuries proved to be fatal, and the motorist was pronounced dead at John Muir Medical Center. The vehicle was out of traffic, so this just goes to show how this sort of auto accident can be avoided by remaining protected in your car until...