Products Liability Update: Child-Related Product Recalls
Last week, Baker Associates reported on the strangulation risks presented by drawstrings in children’s outerwear. Due to a rise in recalls of child-related products as of late, this blog entry provides some basic information on some of the more recent recalls of defective products relating to product liability in Tennessee presenting an immediate risk of severe personal injury to children.
Draw String Strangulation Hazard - In addition to Pumpkin Patch’s recent recall of it rain coats, a recall has been issued for Jason Evans’ “Children’s Hooded Jackets with Drawstrings.” These jackets are sold at Burlington Coat Factory.
Lead Paint Exposure - Despite the federal ban, overseas manufacturers continue to expose our children to toxic lead paint. The following products have been recalled because they contain lead paint: Action Products International’s “Children's Jewelry Craft Kits” (the lobster clasps and the Abalone necklace pendant); DND Imports’ “Dinosaur Play Sets” (the surface paint on the monkey figure); SportsPlay Equipment’s playgrounds (handrails and posts).
Choking Hazards - Products recalled due to choking hazards include: Ambler Mountain Works’ “Children's Knitted Hats” (eyeballs on the Erwin Beanie and octopus legs on Poseidon Beanie can come loose); Gap’s “Children’s Coats” (toggles can break and detach); Tupperware’s “Toy Maracas” (maracas can break into small parts); CARS’ children’s shoes sold exclusively at Wal-Mart (wheels can detach).
Entrapment Hazards - Jardine has expanded recall of its cribs sold at Babies’R’Us because the slats can break, which create a gap presenting an entrapment and strangulation hazard to infants and toddlers.
If your child has been seriously injured because of a defective product in Tennessee, please don’t hesitate to enforce your rights under the law. Call 866-853-2888 today to speak with an experienced Sevierville defective products attorney at Baker Associates.
