Fire Lawsuit News and Information
Carnival Splendor Lawsuits
On November 8, an engine room fire disabled the Carnival Splendor cruise ship hundreds of miles off-shore, cutting power and leaving thousands of passengers stranded at sea. Passengers who were trapped on the cruise may be entitled to compensation for damages associated with the incident.
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Avon Microwave Popcorn Maker Recall Issued Due to Fire Hazard
About 57,400 plastic Avon microwave popcorn makers have been recalled following multiple reports of overheating, including at least two fires that resulted in property damage.
Optimus Portable Electric Space Heater Recall Issued Due to Fire Risk
A recall has been issued for 355,000 Optimus portable space heaters, due to a potential risk of fires that may develop if combustible materials come in contact with the units.
Portable Heaters Recalled by Meijers and Family Dollar Stores
Recalls have been issued for a combined 24,000 portable heaters sold at Meijers and Family Dollar Stores, due to concerns that they may overheat and pose a risk for fires or property damage.
West Fertilizer Plant Lawsuits Filed Over Devastating Explosion in Texas
Following a devastating fertilizer plant explosion in West, Texas last week, a number of lawsuits have been filed against the owners of the plant, alleging negligence led to the blast that has been blamed for at least 14 deaths.
Gases From Texas Fertilizer Plant May Cause Chemical Burns
The number of deaths and serious injuries from a West, Texas fertilizer plant explosion continues to increase, with reports suggesting that as many as 30 people may have died, others remain unaccounted for and information has been released that indicates a cloud of ammonia gas released in the explosion could cause chemical burns.
West, Texas Fertilizer Plant Explosion Rips Through Town, Killing 15
As many as 15 people may have been killed and 160 others injured after a fertilizer plant exploded last night in West, Texas.
Propane Tank Recall Issued Due to Fuel Leak, Fire Risk
A recall has been issued for about 7,500 100-pound propane cylinders, which may carry a risk of fuel leaks between the cylinder and valve, posing a fire hazard if exposed to an ignition source.
Black & Decker, Haier Chest Freezer Recall Expanded After Fires Reported
Following a 2010 recall for Haier and Black & Decker model chest freezers, dozens of additional reports have been received involving problems with freezers overheating and potentially causing fire, resulting in expansion of the recall this week to include roughly 41,000 more chest freezers.
3M Filtrete Air Filter Recall Issued Due to Fire Hazard
About 10,000 air purifiers have been recalled by 3M due to a potential risk that the ion generator in the product may overheat and catch fire, posing a risk to consumers and property.
LED Light Bulb Recall Issued After Fires, Property Damage
About 554,000 LED light bulbs have been recalled after dozens of consumer complaints indicated the bulbs may overheat and potentially catch fire during use.
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