Child Injury

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) recently announced the recall of over 460,000 Wild Republic Slap Watches because they may pose a choking hazard to young children. Consumers who bought the affected watches may return them for a full refund. Watches Can Pose a…

On May 5, 2021, Peloton announced the recall of about 125,000 Tread+ Treadmills, plus another recall of another about 1,050 Tread Treadmills. Consumers are advised to immediately stop using these products and contact Peloton for a full refund or another qualified remedy. These recalls came…

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), in 2018, 636 children 12 years old and younger died in motor vehicle crashes, and more than 97,000 were injured. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) states that automobile crashes cause 1 of every…

When children and teens suffer from traumatic brain injuries (TBIs), the injuries are most often associated with everyday consumer products, according to a study published in the journal Brain Injury. The researchers recommended strategies to help prevent these injuries in and around the home. Traumatic…

Graco Children’s Products recently announced the recall of about 51,000 Graco Pack ’n Play Day2Dream Playard & Bedside Sleepers. The products are similar to other inclined sleepers that have been linked to infant fatalities. The company is offering consumers a refund on the products. Graco…

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) recently announced that the Washington Shoe Company is recalling about 77,400 Western Chief toddler light-up rain boots because of a possible choking hazard. Consumers Advised to Take Boots Away from Children The recall includes the Western Chief “Abstract…

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) recently issued a press release announcing the advancement of a possible new federal safety standard for crib bumpers. “The proposed rule would prohibit the sale of padded, pillow-like bumpers that fail to meet minimum airflow requirements,” the release…

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) recently announced that Woom bikes is recalling about 5,500 bicycles due to potential fall and injury risks to the rider. The manufacturer has advised owners to immediately stop using the bikes and contact the firm for more information.…

Last October, nonprofit member organization Consumer Reports called for a nationwide recall of all inclined sleep products. This was after an independent study found that such products were not safe for infant sleep. At that point, at least 73 infant deaths had been tied to…