Category: Financial News
Jumbo Fireworks Recalled for Pyrotechnic Injury Risk
The Jumbo Fireworks "Surprise Fountain" was recalled because it contains an illegal amount of pyrotechnics and it is not a fountain — it explodes like a M-80 or other big firecracker, in violation of federal law.
Squatty Pottymus Toilet Step Stool Recalled for Injury Risk
The "Squatty Pottymus" children's hippopotamus-shaped toilet step stool was recalled after 2 children were injured because the top step detached.
$22 Million Awarded in Talc Mesothelioma Lawsuit
A jury in California has awarded over $22 million to the family of a man who died of mesothelioma they say was caused by exposure to asbestos in talcum powder.
John Deere Recalls Compact Utility Tractors for Injury Risk
John Deere is recalling about 3,700 Compact Utility Tractors due to the risk of injury in a rollover accident.
Goal Zero Recalls Charging Stations for Injury Risk
Goal Zero LLC, of Bluffdale, Utah is recalling "Street Charge" solar-powered charging stations after 3 reports of the top post detaching, posing an impact hazard to users. No injuries have been reported.
Hyundai, Kia Recall Cars to Fix Brake Light Problem
Hyundai and Kia are recalling more than 500,000 compact cars in the U.S. over a problem that may cause the brake lights to stay on after the pedal is released.
Robert Shapiro Resigns as Woodbridge Group Files for Bankruptcy
Woodbridge Group of Companies LLC, a high-end real estate developer in southern California, has filed for bankruptcy and CEO Robert Shapiro has resigned amid an investigation into potential securities fraud linked to $1 billion in investments.
Netgear Recalls Power Adapters for Outdoor Cameras
Netgear has recalled about 7,700 power adapters for outdoor Arlo cameras after 7 reports of water leaking into the weatherproof connector and causing a short-circuit. One fire has been reported.
Camso Recalls Dirt-to-Snow Bike Conversion Kits
Camso is recalling DTS 129 "dirt to snow" off-road motorbike conversion kits because a pin that secures the brake pads can loosen, resulting in failure of the brake system.
4,500 Westinghouse Portable Generators Recalled Over Fire Hazard
MWE Investments is recalling about 4,500 portable generators in the U.S. because they pose a fire hazard, according to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).