Proposed Bill Seeks to Make it Easier for CPSC to Warn the Public About Defective Products
Two lawmakers have introduced new legislation which would allow the CPSC to warn consumers about defective products over the objections of manufacturers.
Tag Archives: Defective Product
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Medtronic Pacemaker Settlement Resolve Lawsuit Over Faulty Heart Implant
Medtronic has reached an undisclosed settlement with a man who says he was implanted with a defective pacemaker and had to undergo revision surgery.
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GMC Acadia Class Action Lawsuit Filed Over Failure To Detect Vehicle in “Park”
A class action lawsuit calls for GM to pay damages to consumers who purchased Acadia vehicles with defective shifters, which can prevent them from putting their vehicles in "Park" and…
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FDA Reviews Medical Device Approval Program After Criticism
the FDA has issued new guidance for its 510(k) fast track medical device approval process, seeking to better define which devices qualify for the controversial program.
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Bill Would Make It Illegal To Cover Up Dangerous Defects and Side Effects
Recently proposed legislation would make it illegal for corporate officers to cover up dangerous product defects or drug side effects, putting in place fines and jail terms for executives.
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H&H Emergency Cricothyrotomy Kit Recall Due to Defective Cuff Balloon
More than 6,600 emergency cricothyrotomy kits were recalled last week due to possible defective cuffs that could lead to patient injuries.
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Portable Bed Rails Pose Serious Danger: Report
Consumer watchdogs are asking the Federal Trade Commission to step in and take action against a company that makes portable bed rails, indicating that that they are dangerous and falsely…
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Femur Fracture Suits Against Fosamax Generic Manufacturers Dismissed
As part of the continuing fallout from a recent Supreme Court decision that prevents consumers from holding generic drug makers responsible for dangerous and defective medications they sell, all federal…
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Nautilus Elliptical Recall Issued Due to Fall Hazard
About 10,000 Schwinn 460 Elliptical Exercise Trainers by Nautilus have been recalled after reports of problems where the foot plates may break or detach, causing the users to fall off…
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Ballard Designs Step Stool Recall: Falls, Injuries Reported
About 2,500 Ballard Designs step stools have been recalled after consumers reported instability, falls and minor injuries.
