Blog: Defective Products

Breast milk sold online mostly tainted says study

Oct 21, 2013

It has recently been reported that a majority of breast milk that is sold online from women who produce an excess of what some call "liquid gold," contains various forms of potentially dangerous bacteria. After questioning the safety of such a transaction, researchers decided to test over a hundred different milk samples on one of the internet's most popular breast-milk-for-sale websites. Such sites sell the milk for a few dollars an ounce and some women,...

Dehumidifiers sold at Sears recalled due to risk of fire

Jul 21, 2013

In some regions of the United States, a phrase commonly heard when summer arrives is “it’s not the heat, it’s the humidity.” To combat this, during these summer months, many homes throughout the country, including those in Western Pennsylvania, turn on the air conditioner and the dehumidifier. Individuals who purchased a dehumidifier at Sears should be aware that certain Kenmore dehumidifiers have been recalled by the retailer. The recent recall announcement is actually a follow-up...

Defective deck material leads to replacement of product

Jul 19, 2013

For many homeowners in the Pittsburgh area, there is nothing more satisfying than a home that is well taken care of. This desire often leads people to undertake home improvement projects. When a Butler County resident decides to start a construction project at his or her residence, there is an assumption that the products used in such an endeavor will be of a certain quality. When a construction product is defective, it can be disappointing...

Baby rattle shaped like dumbbell recalled

Jul 3, 2013

Where babies are concerned, it is not necessary for toys to be complex. Toys used by the very young are often very basic with an action resulting in either a visual or auditory result. A good example of this is a rattle. Because when it is shaken the rattle makes a noise, they are some of the first toys purchased for Pittsburgh area babies who are able to hold onto objects. Recently, one type of...

Tire blow-outs prompt recall of Jeep strollers

Jun 28, 2013

Last week we wrote about the recall of certain model years of Jeep Grand Cherokee and Jeep Liberties due to the risk that fire could break out when the vehicle is hit a certain way. In this post we write about another recall of Jeep Liberties. This time however, the recalled Jeep does not have a motor. It is a stroller made by Kolcraft. A total of 96,000 strollers are included in the recall. The...

Possible salmonella prompts cereal recall

Jun 11, 2013

Cinnamon Toast Crunch is a favorite breakfast cereal of children throughout the nation. The sweet cereal is even more fun when it is served from a miniature single serve box. Pittsburgh area parents who have purchased single-serve packages of the General Mills cereal will likely want to check the "Better if Used By" date on the package. This is because some of the product has been recalled as a result of the possibility that it...

Pittsburgh area owners of glass patio tables beware!

Jun 7, 2013

This time of year many in the Pittsburgh area want do as many things possible outside. This includes dining. While some head to area restaurants with outdoor patios, others prefer to remain at home. To make the practice easier, many invest in a patio table and matching chairs. While there are a wide variety of patio sets available made from many different materials, some of the most popular are the ones with glass tops. Individuals...

Safer saw technology available, not being used

May 28, 2013

Virtually everyone who uses power saws knows the dangers that the tool presents. When fingers or other body parts get in the way of a spinning blade, the result can be serious injuries including amputations. Despite users recognizing the dangers and taking extra steps to try to stay safe, incidents still occur. But what if saws could be made in such a way to drastically reduce such occurrences? Apparently at least one such a device...

Pittsburgh area families may be affected by bean bag chair recall

May 21, 2013

For parents of young children, bean bag chairs are a popular seating option for the younger members of a family. In addition to being light weight and easy to move around, children are often interested in how the chairs feel in their hands and under their bodies when they sit upon them. Accordingly, it is likely that there are many homes in Western Pennsylvania that have the chairs. Those who do own bean bag chairs...

Avon microwave popcorn maker recalled due to fire hazard

May 17, 2013

Popcorn is a snack favorite for many throughout the nation including those who live in Western Pennsylvania. While some people purchase the snack pre-popped and bagged in stores, others prefer to make it at home either on the stove or in the microwave. Recently a device used to accomplish the task of popping popcorn was recalled. The defective product was sold by Avon via both its website as well as from independent sales representatives for...