Blog: Product Liability - Page 37

According to the American Cancer Society, talcum powder, which is found in baby powder, may cause ovarian cancer if the powder particles are able to travel to the ovaries. It is important to know that there are two kinds of talc: asbestos talc and asbestos-free talc. Talc that contains asbestos is generally the cause of cancer when inhaled. Multiple studies have researched the possible correlation between talcum powder and ovarian cancer;...

Lately it seems like nearly anytime one turns to their source for news, another product has been recalled. While some of these recalls involve food products, many affect automobiles. Readers are likely aware that General Motors has been forced issue a large number of automobile recalls as of late. Less than halfway through the year, it has issued 29 separate recalls that impact vehicles not only in the United States, but around the...

Lately the news has been flooded with information concerning the recall of motor vehicles, driven by individuals throughout the nation including the state of Pennsylvania. Recently some other, smaller four wheeled vehicles were recalled as well. The reason behind the recall is a potential problem with steering. More specifically, control of the steering may be impacted as a result of a nut that was not tight.

Most parents in the Pittsburgh area want to do everything they possibly can to keep their children safe. For the very young this includes protecting them from car accidents by regularly using a car seat. To make sure they are purchasing the safest seat possible, many parents will scour the car seat safety ratings put out by various organizations. Despite doing this, there are times when issues with the car seat will prompt a...

During the holiday season card tables are often pulled out to expand dining room tables for meals or used to play games. Because these tables and chairs are easy to store and reasonably priced, they are found in households throughout the nation including those in the Pittsburgh area.