Products Liability

Flame-retardant materials are used in various applications, some of which are common around homes and offices. Many things we come into contact with daily contain these materials. Some everyday objects that contain flame-retardant materials include electronics,...

You should be able to expect that the items you buy are “fit for purpose.” When you’re buying products that can cause a safety risk if they fail, it’s especially important that you know that you can trust them to keep you safe. The problem is, this isn’t always the...

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is a small independent regulatory agency established to help ensure that products sold in this country are safe. However, it’s often had to rely on cooperation from the companies that manufacture those products....

Snowblowers and throwers are important for many Connecticut residents during the winter months. These can save you hours of shoveling snow, but they must be used properly. These machines have moving parts that can cause injuries if they’re misused. All snow throwers...

Decades ago, Americans learned about the health dangers associated with the toxic metal lead. As a result, some product manufacturers discontinued its use in the 1970s. However, damage from lead poisoning still impacts residents, especially young children, in...

Since childhood, most of us have been instructed to slather on sunscreen before heading out into the sun. Whether on the beach, the soccer field or simply gardening in the backyard, we believe we are protecting our skin from the ravages of skin cancer by using these...

Airbags are safety devices that deploy in the event of a crash to keep people safer. They rapidly inflate to prevent people from striking the steering column, dashboard or even the doors and windows of the vehicle, possibly lessening the injuries suffered by occupants...

The Volvo brand has long been associated with safe and reliable vehicles. Unfortunately, some companies with long-established reputations can become complacent in their business practices. They may not engage in adequate safety testing or may not test individual...

If your car comes from a major manufacturer and is less than a decade old, you likely assume that as long as you perform adequate maintenance, you are safe in your vehicle. Unfortunately, some vehicles have defective components that can put drivers and their...

The weather is starting to cool off after the summer heat in Connecticut. With cooler temperatures comes a need to heat your home. Most people use a heat source that is also a source of carbon monoxide, the dangerous gas with no smell or taste that costs people their...