Class Action Filed Against Taurus Over Pistols That Can Accidentally Fire if Dropped
People who own certain handguns made by Taurus International Manufacturing Inc. may be eligible to participate in a class action lawsuit (limited time offer!) alleging that the company produced weapons which contained a defect that can cause them to fire...
1st Lawsuit Filed in El Toro Mexican Norovirus Outbreak
The first lawsuit has been filed by woman who was infected with Norovirus after eating at El Toro restaurant in Tacoma, Washington, in an outbreak that sickened at least 400 people.
Apple Hit With 40 Class Actions for Throttling Old iPhones
At least 40 class action lawsuits have been filed against Apple for forcing the owners of older iPhones to download an update that slowed down their phone in order to save battery life.
Electric Chainsaws Recalled for Defective Chain Brakes
Cordless electric chainsaws sold at Lowe’s and other major retailers have been recalled because the chain brake guard can fail, the U.S. Consumer Products Safety Commission (CPSC) announced on Wednesday.
Failure of Zoll LifeVest 4000 Defibrillator Linked to Death
At least 1 person has died when their Zoll LifeVest 4000 wearable defibrillator failed to deliver a life-saving shock in an emergency, according to an FDA Safety Communication about the device.
Chemo Anti-Nausea Drug Varubi Linked to Anaphylaxis
The FDA is warning about severe hypersensitivity reactions in chemotherapy patients who received injections of the anti-nausea drug Varubi (rolapitant).
Toyota Recalls 645,000 Vehicles for Defective Airbags
Toyota Motor Corp. is recalling about 645,000 vehicles worldwide to repair an electrical problem that could cause airbags to fail during a crash, according to the U.S. National Highway Transportation Administration (NHTSA).
Class Action Accuses Ford of Diesel Emissions Cheating
A new class action lawsuit accuses Ford of rigging at least 500,000 heavy-duty diesel trucks to cheat strict emissions standards.
CDC: Deadly Lettuce E. Coli Outbreak is Likely Over
After sickening more than 66 people in the U.S. and Canada, an outbreak of E. coli linked to romaine lettuce is likely over.
Walgreens Recalls Pain and Itch Cream Over Poisoning Risk
Walgreens is recalling its brand of Pain and Itch Relief Cream after it was found that its packaging did not meet child resistant standards as required by law, the U.S. Consumer Products Safety Commission (CPSC) has announced.