An Indiana woman recently filed a new class-action lawsuit on behalf of herself and all others who took the diabetes drug, metformin. The plaintiff claims that the drug contains dangerously high levels of N-nitrosodimethylamine (NDMA), a probable human carcinogen and that the manufacturer, Granules Pharmaceuticals,…
In mid-March 2020, a New Orleans restaurant called “Oceana Grill” filed a new lawsuit against Lloyd’s of London, a British insurance market that insures businesses. The plaintiff seeks a judgment that would force the company to pay for the losses the restaurant is suffering because…
American Honda recently announced the recall of about 340,000 portable generators due to a risk of fire. Consumers are advised to stop using the units immediately and contact a local Honda Power Equipment service dealer to schedule a free repair. Honda Portable Generators were advertised…
As the United States deals with the COVID-19 pandemic and social distancing becomes the norm, many businesses across the country are experiencing significant slow-downs and sometimes involuntary closings. It’s at times like these that business owners are likely to check their insurance policies to see…
On March 2, 2020, online pharmacy Valisure announced in a press release that it had detected N-nitrosodimethylamine (NDMA)–a probable human carcinogen—in samples of prescription drug products containing metformin, a common type 2 diabetes treatment. Considering these results, the company filed a Citizen’s Petition with the…
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) recently announced a recall of about 51,000 Kolcraft Cuddle ‘n Care 2-in-1 Bassinet & Incline Sleepers. Like thousands of other inclined sleepers that have been recalled over the last year, these sleepers are believed to be unsafe for…
The U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) recently cited Dollar Tree Stores Inc. in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, for violating exit and storage safety standards. The retailer now faces nearly $300,000 in penalties. Dollar Tree Store Found to Have Blocked Exits, Unsecured Helium…
According to a recent study, e-cigarettes may not be any better than traditional cigarettes when it comes to the risk of cancer. For years, manufacturers of e-cigarette products have advertised them as a healthier alternative because they do not contain tobacco, and don’t expose users…
A Florida woman who claims she was seriously injured by an exploding pressure cooker recently filed a lawsuit in the Circuit Court of Palm Beach County, Florida. The plaintiff claims that while she was using the pot, it exploded suddenly without warning. The particular pressure…
According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), manufacturer Gree has recalled about 2.5 million Frigidaire, SoleusAir, Kenmore, and other dehumidifiers due to a fire hazard. The company is aware of more than 2,000 reported incidents of the products overheating, with about 450 fires…
