When a consumer buys a product, they expect it to operate the way it was designed to operate, without any unnecessary or unexpected risks. Nevertheless, consumer product accidents happen more often than you might expect. The Consumer Product Safety Commission reported that in 2021, 11.7 million people received emergency room treatment for injuries caused by...

When a medical goods manufacturer issues a consumer goods recall for defective products, you might imagine retailers pulling the items in question from store shelves. And rightfully so. Retailers are legally responsible for ensuring products they sell are free from risk when used correctly. Most medical devices and products work as intended and help patients...

New Jersey Gas Tank Defect Lawyers Most gas tank explosions occur during or after a car crash. A gas tank explosion will result in a fire that can cause serious injuries or death. Most drivers do not walk away. If a driver or passenger is trapped inside the vehicle, a burn-related death can occur. Injuries...

Have You or a Loved One Been Injured By a Faulty Boiler? A well-functioning boiler can be one of the most important features of a house or apartment building during a long, cold winter. Boilers can be used to heat water, provide central heating for buildings, and other major heating functions. If your landlord fails...

Were You Injured By An E-Cigarette? In recent years, e-cigarettes, or vapes, have taken off in popularity. Because they produce less secondhand smoke, many people view them as a better alternative to traditional cigarettes. Some users are trying to wean themselves off of paper cigarettes. Others simply enjoy the experience. Regardless, if you are an...

Defective Toys When we buy toys for our children, we put our trust in toy manufacturers to abide by safety standards. Child safety is one of the most important components of toy design, because when a toy turns out to be defective, the consequences can be disastrous. Very young children are still learning about how...

Are You the Victim of Chlorine Gas Exposure? Most people associate chlorine with the summer fun of a swimming pool. Although the chemical can be a reliable way to keep your pool water clean, the gas itself may not always be safe. Chlorine is also found in many industrial and household cleaning products, and prolonged...

New Jersey Brake Defect Lawyers Cars have complex brake systems in which various parts, such as discs, calipers, and rotors, need to function together to stop a car safely. Brakes can be defective in many different ways. Hydraulic lines may leak, discs may not be properly installed, or calipers may crack. In some cases, brakes...

Were You Injured by a Citibike or other Bike Share Accident? It seems like many bike share companies, like Citibike and Hudson Bike Share, have exploded in popularity overnight. Suddenly, these bikes seem to be everywhere — downtown, at suburban commuter sites, in local parks. In some ways, this is a positive development. These bikes...

Nail Gun Accidents If you work in construction or carpentry, you are probably familiar with nail guns. As you know, these tools can be extremely useful on the job. However, they can also be extremely dangerous — and if things go wrong, you can be seriously hurt. These injuries can range from the inconvenient to...