New products or lower-cost versions of existing products can help companies turn a profit. However, every new product does come with a degree of risk for the business. Specifically, companies can sometimes unintentionally release products that are not safe for...
Unfortunately, we can’t always count on manufacturers to take their products off the market or even notify consumers when they find a problem that could be dangerous. That’s why the federal government sometimes has to step in. One would think that when it comes to...
In an era where consumer goods are produced and distributed on a massive scale, the importance of staying informed about product recalls cannot be overstated. Product recalls are issued to protect consumers from goods that have been found to be unsafe or defective,...
People who purchase items ranging from toys and baby products to motor vehicles expect that those products are safe when used as intended. Businesses should employ care during the product development process and have rigorous quality control standards while...
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...