The auto accident attorneys at Pintas & Mullins Law Firm represent victims of vehicle crashes of all types. Amid the recent news involving massive vehicle recalls, not enough attention is paid to tire safety. Tires are among the most important aspects of a vehicle™s safety; if any type of defect or failure occurs, it could result in …
Auto Safety Ratings Explained
For the majority of buyers, safety is the most important factor in deciding on a vehicle. There are two main safety reports, which evaluate vehicles differently. Below, our auto accident attorneys explain these two reports and how consumers can best utilize them. NHTSA The reports are the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s (NHTSA) star ratings, and the …
Jeep to Pay $40 Million in Wrongful Death Suit
A Georgia jury recently heard a devastating trial against Jeep™s manufacturer, Fiat Chrysler, over the death of four-year-old boy. Our team of auto accident attorneys report on this multi-million dollar case below. In 2013, federal authorities asked Fiat Chrysler to recall nearly three million Jeep Grand Cherokees and Jeep Liberties for fuel tank problems, which were prone …
Defective Guardrail Company Responsible for Deaths, Injuries to Pay $660 Million
Our auto accident lawyers recently reported on a judgement against Trinity Highway Products, the company responsible for thousands of defective and deadly guardrails installed throughout the country. That judgement was recently tripled – to $663.4 million – in light of new evidence that the company defrauded the government and put public lives in danger. This is the …
Car Seat Company to Pay $10 Million for Recall
In February 2014, Graco Children’s Products recalled millions of defective car seats. It was the largest child seat recall in U.S. history, prompting a federal investigation. As a result of that investigation, Graco has agreed to pay $10 million in fines and efforts to improve safety.Product recall lawyers at Pintas & Mullins Law Firm report on …
Listeria Deaths Traced to Ice Cream
A Listeria outbreak that has led to three deaths is being traced to ice creams produced at the Blue Bell Creamery in Texas. The deaths occurred at a hospital in Wichita, Kansas, where contaminated Blue Bell Creamery ice cream was served to patients. Food injury lawyers at Pintas & Mullins Law Firm detail this outbreak. The FDA …
Ford Issues Recall, Investigated over Fiesta Defects
In November 2014, Ford recalled more than 200,000 cars, vans and trucks to fix defects including gas leaks, stalling, and air bag sensors. A few months earlier, the federal government launched an investigation into door problems in Ford Fiesta models. Auto accident attorneys at Pintas & Mullins Law Firm detail these government actions and the defects that …
Caramel Apples Contaminated With Listeria Causing Death, Illness
The FDA recently issued a safety warning on a batch of caramel apples that are causing illness and death in at least 10 states. The commercially-produced, prepackaged caramel apples are sold by the Happy Apple Company and labeled as Karm’l Dapples. Wrongful death lawyers at Pintas & Mullins Law Firm report on this outbreak and who is …
This Years’ Most Dangerous Toys
As the holidays roll around, parents throughout the country are trying to figure out what their kids will unwrap. In uncanny timing, the largest study of its kind was just released, reporting on children’s hospitalization rates from toys. Product recall lawyers at Pintas & Mullins Law Firm recently wrote a blog on this very subject, and hope to further …
This Week in Recalls
Last week, an infant died from a dietary supplement that was contaminated with mold, and ABC aired a segment on recalled products that are still being sold on Craigslist. Product recall lawyers at Pintas & Mullins Law Firm remind the public of the importance of keeping up-to-date on drug, product, and food recalls. According to national reports, …
Nutek Baby Wipes Recalled
Several brands of baby wipes made by Nutek Disposables are being recalled due to bacterial infections. The recalled brands include: Cuties, Diapers.com, Femtex, Fred’s, Kidgets, Member’s Mark, Simply Right, Sunny Smiles, Tender Touch, and Well Beginnings. The team of product recall lawyers at Pintas & Mullins Law Firm warn parents to check the labels of their baby …
Airbag Recall Affects Nearly 5 Million, Officials Urge Owners to Fix
The U.S. government recently issued an urgent warning to the 4.7 million Americans who own cars with defective air bags. These air bags were recalled after at least four deaths. Anyone who owns a car with a recalled air bag should take it into a dealership immediately. Auto accident attorneys at Pintas & Mullins Law …
TVM Company Agrees to $400 Million Settlement
Endo International, one of the major manufacturers of transvaginal mesh products, recently agreed to pay more than $400 million to women who were harmed by the devices. More than 10,000 lawsuits will be resolved in this settlement, with an average payout of about $48,000 per plaintiff. Transvaginal mesh lawyers at Pintas & Mullins Law Firm are happy …
Millions of Bean Bags Recalled after Child Deaths
More than 2.2 million bean bags made by Ace Bayou Corp. are being recalled after two children suffocated to death inside of them. The bean bags, which come in various shapes, colors, fabrics and sizes, were sold at popular stores such as Walmart and Meijer, and online at Amazon. Child product recall lawyers at Pintas & Mullins …
Spyder Motorcycles Under Investigation for Fire Risk
Motorcycle accident attorneys at Pintas & Mullins Law Firm report that more than 50,000 Spyder motorcycles are being investigated by federal authorities after at least two motorcycles erupted in fire. The Office of Defects, of the NHTSA, first reported fire risk in 2011. All reported fires occurred while the motorcycles were in operation. The 2011 incident …
GM Expands Recall, Sets Settlement Terms for Victims
In the latest General Motors update, the company just issued another massive recall affecting about 8.4 million vehicles. The vast majority of these vehicles are being recalled for the same ignition defects that have already caused fatal crashes and serious injuries throughout the country. GM recall attorneys at Pintas & Mullins Law Firm also highlight the recent …
Acne Medications Triggering Serious, Even Fatal Reactions
Some of the most popular over-the-counter acne ointments are causing dangerous side effects in unsuspecting consumers across the country. The FDA recently issued a Consumer Update warning that these products (containing benzoyl peroxide or salicylic acid) can cause serious and life-threatening allergic reactions or severe irritation. Product liability lawyers at Pintas & Mullins Law Firm urge anyone …
Auto Industry Breaks Recall Record
Not even halfway into 2014 and automakers just set the U.S. record for most recalls in a single year. The recall that broke the camel’s back was for defective air bags in Honda, Nissan, Ford, BMW, Mazda, and Chrysler vehicles. Auto accident attorneys at Pintas & Mullins Law Firm explain this recall and who it may affect …
Lives Lost in the GM Recall
To date, General Motors has recalled over 2.6 million vehicles due to faulty ignition switches, and a total of 6.3 million since February. The defective cars have caused at least 13 deaths throughout the country, which is expected to raise as more and more connections are made. GM recall lawyers at Pintas & Mullins Law Firm are …
Roos Mexican Cheese Recalled Over Deadly Listeria
Roos Food recently announced that it was recalling several types of its cheeses due to probably Listeria contamination. The recall was expanded on March 1, 2014, and now includes all lots and all products sizes of the following Roos brands: Amigo, Anita, Mexicana, and Santa Rose de Lima. Our team of Listeria food poisoning lawyers details the …