Month: October 2019
Michaels Recalls Tassel Keychain Power Banks for Fire Hazard
Michaels recalled 14,000 tassel keychain power banks because the lithium-ion batteries can catch on fire.
Xanax Recalled Due to Foreign Substance and Infection Risk
Mylan Pharmaceuticals recalled one lot of Xanax (0.5 mg) because it may contain a "foreign substance" that could cause an infection.
Zantac® and Ranitidine Heartburn Pills Recalled for Cancer Risk
More drug-makers have recalled prescription-strength and over-the-counter Zantac® and generic ranitidine heartburn pills, including stores like Walgreens, Walmart, CVS, Target, and Kroger.
Lawsuit Blames Doctor’s Fiery Death on Tesla Door Handles
A lawsuit blames the death of a Florida doctor on the inaccessible door handles of the Tesla Model S, which render the car a "death trap" if the batteries catch on fire after an accident.
Walmart Recalls 6,000 Pounds of Sausage Patties for Salmonella Risk
Over 6,000 pounds of Walmart's Great Value® frozen turkey patties and pork sausage patties were recalled due to a risk of Salmonella contamination.
Over 50,000 School Buses Recalled for Safety Hazard
More than 50,000 Thomas Built school buses were recalled because the seat backs do not have enough material to absorb an impact in a crash, which increases the risk of a child suffering a knee injury.
Florida Company Recalls 65,000 Pounds of Beef for E. coli Risk
Nearly 65,000 pounds of ground beef, steaks, and patties were recalled due to a risk of E. coli contamination.
First Wrongful Death Lawsuit Filed Against JUUL Labs
A grieving mother has filed the first wrongful death lawsuit against JUUL after her teenage son died of breathing complications that she blames on a vaping addiction that began when he was 15 years old.
Tuna Recall Expands to 23 States Due to Scombroid Poisoning Risk
A Florida company has expanded a recall for tuna after at least 4 people suffered scombroid fish poisoning.