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Peloton Finally Recalled Its Deadly Treadmills
In 2020, the COVID-19 pandemic forced the majority of us to become homebodies. With country-wide lockdowns and closed businesses, it became even harder for the average person to stay active and in shape, leading to a lot of us resorting to at-home workouts. Peloton, a high-tech exercise equipment company doubled its product sales and expanded…
Read MoreVideo Doorbells Recalled by Ring for Fire Hazard
The ability to monitor your home no matter where you are is important for millions of homeowners. With so many security options on the market, many people have security cameras inside and outside their homes along with video doorbells. If you have a Ring video doorbell, you will want to review the latest recall notice…
Read MoreImagine Putting Safety First? Volvo Claims to Be
If you ask people which cars they think are the safest, the chances are pretty good that Volvo’s name will be mentioned more than once. The company has built its reputation on safety. But over the last decade, it’s become harder and harder to trust auto manufacturers, no matter which ones they are. Between GM’s…
Read MoreKia Recall: Manufacturer Tells Owners to Park Outside Due to Fire Risk
Kia recalls 71,704 Kia Sportage crossovers in the U.S. due to an electronic control unit can short circuit and lead to a fire. The improper sealing of a wire harness cover used for the hydraulic electronic control unit can allow for moisture to enter the module. If the water is contaminated with road salt, it…
Read MoreInjuries and Death from Dangerous Medical Devices
According to FDA documentation, the Vagus Nerve Stimulator therapy system (VNS) was developed by Cyberonics, Inc. to treat patients with epilepsy or treatment-resistant depression. However, based on the results of a clinical study of more than 200 patients who had the device implanted and turned on, during the first three months none of the patients…
Read MoreRecalled Jeep Grand Cherokee Caused Injuries and Death
In April, Fiat Chrysler Automotive (FCA US), voluntarily recalled 32,267 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles that were manufactured between May 2015 and February 2016. The recall is due to a problem with the gear selector. Drivers erroneously conclude that the vehicle is in park when it is not in park can get hit by the vehicle…
Read MoreTotal Recall: The Complete Vehicle Recall and Defective Product Liability Forum
The 411 on where to find vehicle recall information and what to do if you’ve been injured by a recalled or defective vehicle The numbers for 2015 aren’t finished being tallied yet but in 2014, carmakers issued a record 803 recalls, effecting approximately 64-million vehicles. That’s one in every four vehicles on the road. With…
Read MoreDepuy Metal-on-Metal Hip Implant Lawyers Talk History, Hype, and Help for Defective Hip Arthroplasty Victims
The first total hip replacement was established in the 1930’s by Orthopedic Surgeon, Phillip Wiles, of the Middlesex Hospital. Prior to this, prosthetic replacement surgery was of the hemi-arthroplasty type with only one arthritic surface being replaced and the results were unsatisfactory. This is the first replacement which replaced the socket and the femoral component. …
Read MoreShould Prescription Drugs be Advertised Directly to Consumers?
Did you know that Direct-to-Consumer (DTC) pharmaceutical drug advertising is banned in all other countries except the United States, New Zealand and Canada? The US makes up 5% of the world’s population but accounts for 42% of global prescription drug spending. Coincidence? I think not. Catchy and memorable prescription drug television ads targeting consumers have…
Read MoreHave You or Your Loved Ones Been Prescribed These Dangerous Drugs
Unless you’ve been living under a rock, you’re already aware that just because a prescription drug is on the market and approved by the FDA- that doesn’t mean that it’s safe. It’s certainly true that it should be- but that’s not always the case. And by now, you’re used to every new drug commercial ending…
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