The increasing popularity of electric scooters in urban environments has brought about a surge of benefits — from environmental friendliness to ease of transportation. However, with its rise also comes a new set of legal challenges, especially when personal injuries occur. In New Jersey, determining liability in electric scooter accidents can be complex, given the …
In an increasingly interconnected world, toys are not immune to the advancements of technology. While high-tech toys can offer educational and entertainment value, they also present a series of complicated risks, some of which can extend into the virtual world of data and privacy. As parents, caregivers, and legal guardians, it is our responsibility to …
If you’re an older New Jersey resident, you probably know something about aches and pains. You can’t turn back time, but you can make sure that your home is safe as you age. What’s more, it’s important to ensure that your home is safe for visiting friends and family: • Start by reviewing your floor …
Parents want nothing short of the best for their children. They take heavy precautions before buying any kind of product that may cause their child harm. From reading up on recalls and consumer reports to reading product reviews from other customers, a thorough amount of research is often completed before letting a potentially dangerous product …
Like all the other vital parts of a car, tires require regular maintenance to ensure a safe driving experience for you and your loved ones. Failing to maintain a tire could lead to costly repairs, serious injuries, and in some cases, death. In fact, according to statistics reported by National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, well …
Food poisoning is something that affects millions of Americans every year. Although a lot of cases of food poisoning result only in minor discomfort, some people who suffer from food poisoning wind up hospitalized. In the worst cases, many of which afflict infants, young kids, and seniors, food poisoning can even result in death. That’s …
When it comes to consumer product recalls, you’ve likely heard about your fair share of them. From foods to cars, some product recalls are simply precautionary and only affect a small percentage of customers, whereas others are much more serious and might affect most (or all) customers. Hearing about a product getting recalled is one thing, …
Turkey Hill Dairy, a Pennsylvania-based company that produces and distributes ice cream throughout the country, recently issued a major product recall due to a labeling mistake. Turkey Hill sells ice cream in New Jersey stores, so NJ consumers should pay attention to the recall notice. During the manufacturing process, a labeling issue meant that Dutch …
The federal government has issued a safety alert about WEN hair conditioning products, which are manufactured by Chaz Dean, Inc. The warning was deemed necessary by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) after investigators found one of the Chaz Dean company product lines could result in serious adverse health consequences for users, including itching, …
Fiat Chrysler recently announced that the auto manufacturer will be recalling more than 400,000 motor vehicles in the United States and elsewhere in the world due to a safety feature that can cause serious auto accidents. The safety problem was initially detected by vehicle consumers, with many consumers sending in warranty claims after realizing that …