Articles Posted in PRODUCT LIABILITY

Lawsuit Raises Concerns About Home Sauna Heater Safety and Serious Thermal Burns As home sauna kits have become increasingly popular, more consumers have brought spa and wellness amenities into their homes. Generally, these products may include an enclosed sauna structure, electric heater, stones, temperature controls, wiring, and other components. Together, these components generate and maintain…

Lawsuit Raises Concerns About Flame Jetting and Severe Burns From Alcohol-Fueled Fire Pits Small tabletop and indoor fire pits are often marketed as convenient ways to create an open flame without a traditional fireplace. Many use ethanol, bioethanol, or isopropyl alcohol as fuel and may be promoted for creating ambiance, roasting marshmallows, or providing a…

When a consumer buys a product, the last thing they expect is to get hurt by it. Unfortunately, defective products can and do cause serious injuries. From defective pressure cookers and dangerous children’s toys to faulty car airbags, injuries tied to unsafe products happen more often than most people realize. In product liability law, there…

About 195,000 JKMAX Heated Products Sold on Amazon Recalled Due to Fire and Burn Hazards Approximately 195,000 JKMAX heated blankets and heating pads sold through Amazon are being recalled because their internal heating elements may overheat, potentially causing the products to smoke, melt, or burn. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) announced the recall…

Drive-thrus are designed for speed and convenience, but when hot drinks are served carelessly, they can become dangerous. Starbucks has thousands of drive-thru locations across Florida, including busy lanes in Miami, Orlando, Tampa, and Fort Lauderdale. Customers expect a safe handoff, but too often, spills at drive-thrus have led to severe burns, permanent scars, and…

As consumer purchasing continues to shift rapidly toward online marketplaces and e-commerce platforms, the sheer volume of unchecked and potentially hazardous products entering American homes has skyrocketed. In 2026 alone, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has issued massive recalls covering millions of consumer goods. From seemingly harmless backyard toys to everyday kitchen appliances,…

Legal Help for Consumers Burned by Defective Coffeemakers and Hot Liquid Explosions Coffeemakers are among the most frequently used appliances in American homes, and as a result, consumers rely on them every day to safely brew hot beverages. While most coffeemakers function without incident, defective appliances can create serious safety hazards when hot water, steam,…

Miami residents rely on Amazon more than almost any other city in the country. With busy schedules, long commutes, unpredictable weather, and a constantly growing population, many people in Miami buy heating pads, power banks, pressure cookers, kitchen appliances, beauty tools, lithium-ion devices, and other electronics online without thinking twice. But when a product purchased…

Legal Help for Victims Injured by Portable Fire Pit Explosions and Flame-Jetting Incidents Portable alcohol-burning fire pits have become increasingly popular for both indoor and outdoor use. These tabletop fireplaces often use bioethanol or other liquid fuels to produce an open flame without the need for wood or propane. Consumers generally expect these products to…

You are sitting down to enjoy a meal at a local restaurant, waiting for your appointment in a business lobby, or relaxing on the pool deck of a cruise ship. Suddenly, without any warning, a chair leg snaps, collapses, or gives way. In a split second, you crash violently onto a hard tile, concrete, or…