When people think about defective drugs, they tend to think about drugs that have unintended side effects. A drug is supposed to help with headaches, for instance, but it causes those who take it to have a stroke. A drug is supposed to be safe for long-term use, but...
What happened with cars accelerating by themselves?
One of your greatest fears in the car is likely losing control of that car. This could happen, for instance, if the car begins accelerating on its own and there is nothing you can do to stop it. These types of incidents made a lot of headlines back in 2014 and before,...
Methanol presence leads to mass sanitizer recalls
If you are someone who uses a lot of hand sanitizer, it is important that you know where it comes from and that the contents are safe for human use. The Food and Drug Administration recently banned toxic hand sanitizers that have been distributed throughout the United...
Why is Johnson & Johnson no longer selling domestic talc powder?
For decades, Johnson & Johnson's baby powder has been a staple of the health and beauty industry. Countless people have used this branded talcum powder to absorb sweat, decrease friction and prevent painful rashes. Unfortunately, despite its name implying that the...
Vitamin E acetate and other contents linked to e-cigarette injuries
Vaping can be dangerous, though it was supposed to be safer than smoking cigarettes. Unfortunately, some people have been badly hurt as a result of vaping and using vaping devices. Take for example this case in which a woman passed away from a vaping-associated lung...
Expect manufacturers to mount a defense in product liability claims
It is safe to assume that most manufacturers do not wish to release any products that are dangerous to consumers. A dangerous product that injures consumers hurts the company's reputation, their clientele and their financial bottom line. Unfortunately, some dangers...
The new coronavirus points out flaws in the pharmaceutical industry
With the new coronavirus in full force, many people are worried about falling ill. Some countries are using sanitizing gates. Others are calling off school or keeping people quarantined. In general, people are trying to do what they can to stay calm while still...
Most product recalls will not go high-tech anytime soon
Many Americans live with recalled products, some potentially dangerous, in their homes, cars and offices. But most people have no idea since few Americans hear about more than a tiny fraction of the over 4,000 recalls every year, averaging about a dozen a day. A...
