The Recall Lawyers

American Honda Motor Company has recalled 2,900 of its 2012 Honda FourTrax Rancher ATV's (pictured below). Reports indicate the ATV's front right upper suspension arm can separate. The suspension defect can cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle and crash. Honda is aware of four incidents with at least one resulting in injury. The recalled ATV's were sold nationwide from September 2011 through January 2012 with model numbers of TRX420TE and TRX420TM.

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Pro Armor recently issued a voluntary recall of their Slam Latches. According to the U.S. Consumer Products Safety Commission, the pin can disengage from the Pro Armor Slam Latch allowing the door to open while the vehicle is moving. Pro Armor has received nine reports of the latch pin disengaging. The recalled pins were sold for use in the Kawasaki Teryx, Polaris RZR and Can-Am Commander utility vehicles.

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Dancing Teapots were recently recalled by Ganz U.S.A. LLC. According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, the teapot's handle can become extremely hot, posing a burn hazard to users. The voluntary recall only affects the 32-ounce teapots (pictured below). The Dancing Teapots were sold nationwide from December 2011 through January 2012 in various colors. To avoid the risk of burn, consumers should stop using the teapots immediately.

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International Playthings LLC and the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recently announced the voluntary recall of International Playthings' Tumblekins Toys. According to the Commission, the toys can break into sharp small pieces. These pieces pose both a choking and laceration hazard to young children. The recalled products were sold nationwide from March 2011 through December 2011. To avoid injury, consumers should immediately take the recalled toys away from children immediately.

The attorneys of Jones Ward PLC represent hundreds of persons all across the country who have been injured by defective products, prescription drugs and medical devices. If you or someone you know has been injured by any other type of defective or recalled product, contact attorney Terrance Massey. You can reach him by phone at (502) 882-6000 or by email at tj@jonesward.com.

WARNING: If you cut yourself, you have a real risk that you may bleed to death. Go to the hospital immediately for a blood transfusion.

If the language above was in the Pradaxa label, would you buy it? I didn't think so. And neither does the maker of Pradaxa. If they included the language above, their sales would plummet. So what does the company do, they minimize the very serious risk of death and/or blood transfusions in the Pradaxa label.

Is that right? Is it fair? I don't think so. And lawyers across the country don't think so. In fact, Pradaxa attorneys across the country are hearing from the families of Pradaxa users who have suffered serious injuries and death because of this drug. Unlike it competitors, Pradaxa has no antidote for uncontrollable bleeding. There are no medicines that can cause the blood to coagulate and stop the bleeding naturally.

If you or a family member has been injured or killed because of uncontrollable bleeding caused by Pradaxa, contact Pradaxa attorney Larry Jones by clicking here.

What's a gallbladder worth? This is the question that I've heard over and over and over again as it relates to the Yas, Yasmin and Ocella settlement discussions currently taking place across the country. Bayer (the maker of Yaz, Yasmin and Ocella) says a gallbladder is worth zero, nothing, nada, zip. Bayer says that the woman who lost their gallbladders were fat, out of shape, old, and generally unhealthy. Bayer says that they are not responsible for gallbladder losses because there are no epidemiological studies showing an increased risk of gallbladder disease in Yaz, Yasmin and Ocella users.

What do I say? Bring it on. A gallbladder removal is a very serious injury. I represent teenagers, as well as middle-aged women, in the Yaz, Yasmin and Ocella litigation. They aren't all fat or old or out of shape. Indeed, there are thousands of young woman (pretty, thin, and in shape) who have lost their gallbladders. These women had no prior health history that would suggest gallbladder disease. These women never knew that they were at risk. The women never knew that a Canadian Medical Association published a study that found that there was a "statistically significant" increase in gallbladder disease for Yaz, Yasmin and Ocella users when compared to other oral contraceptives.

So what's it worth? I'm an experienced trial lawyer. I can try these cases. I can't imagine that a jury would not award six figure verdicts. So when Bayer comes knocking at my door, they better be ready to negotiate reasonable settlements. If not, I'll go to court and try my cases on behalf of my gallbladder clients. We don't plan on letting them get away with endangering our daughters, moms, aunts, and nieces who have used Yas, Yasmin and Ocella.

STIHL Inc., in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, recently issued a voluntary recall of STIHL's MS 391 chain saws. According to the Commission, the flywheel on the saw can crack causing parts of the flywheel to separate and hit users or bystanders. The recalled gas-powered chain saws have an orange top casing and a gray base. "MS 391" and "STIHL" are printed in an orange circle on the starter side of the saw. To avoid injury, consumers should immediately stop using the recalled saws.

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In a previous blog post http://www.the-recall-lawyers.com/2012/01/tekturna-recall-lawyer-says-la.html I detailed what Novartis did wrong. They marketed a drug to diabetics that was not FDA-approved for usage by diabetics. By marketing "off-label" to these users, Novartis engaged in conduct that was reckless, irresponsible and illegal.

There are many diabetics throughout the country who were convinced to use Tekturna, Valturna and TekAmlo by their doctors, who were led to believe that the drug would not only help their blood pressure, but that would also help with renal issues. The problem: there was no scientific evidence that showed it was safe to use with diabetics or that it actually helped with renal problems.

Novartis commenced clinical trials that tested the safety of diabetic usage. Unfortunately, they learned during the trials that the drug was not safe; indeed, it was dangerous. The trials were suspended because of the high number of diabetics who suffered strokes, renal problems, and other issues during the trials.

So what should happen to Novartis? Well, Novartis is a frequent offender. It is time for Novartis to be held responsible for their conduct. That's where we come in. Jones Ward PLC regularly files lawsuits against the largest pharmaceutical companies in the world. Some say that lawyers are after money. We feel otherwise. We believe in holding corporations accountable for conduct that puts our families and yours at risk every single day --and all in the name of profits. Of course we get paid. But that isn't what it is all about. The payments we receive from our work allows us to hire more attorneys that can help us get justice for our clients and accountability from the companies.

Day in and day out, I look at internal documents from pharmaceutical companies. I see how many of these companies blatantly cross the line, and break the law, all in the name of higher profits. The results? It puts all of us at risk.

So if anyone ever says that lawyers are greedy and no good. You tell them that without the lawyers the pharma companies would have no incentive to make safe products and they would never be held accountable.

For more information about Jones Ward PLC and what we do, contact Larry Jones at larry@jonesward.com.

Kraft Foods Global Inc. and the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), recently announced the voluntary recall of Kraft's Tassimo espresso T Discs. According to reports, the recalled discs can become clogged and spray coffee grounds and hot liquid on consumers and bystanders during or after brewing. There have been 21 reported incidents of T Discs spraying hot liquid and coffee grounds, including four reports of second-degree burn injuries. Sadly, a 2-year-old girl from Canada received second-degree burns to her face because of the spraying hot liquid.

This recall involves Gevalia, Maxwell House and Nabob brand espresso T Discs. The T Discs are plastic discs filled with coffee that are inserted into Tassimo coffee makers to brew single cups of hot espresso drinks.

The attorneys of Jones Ward PLC represent hundreds of persons all across the country who have been injured by defective products, prescription drugs and medical devices. If you or someone you know has been injured by any type of product, contact attorney Terrance Massey. You can reach him by phone at (502) 882-6000 or by email at tj@jonesward.com.

Bumbleride Inc. recently issued a voluntary recall of its Indie & Indie Twin strollers. According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, the strollers' front wheel can break causing the stroller to tip and thus poses a fall hazard. There have been 36 reported incidents of the front wheel cracking. Two of these reports included minor injuries from the stroller tipping over as a result of the defect.

Companies such as Bumbleride should take product safety and the protection of its customers and consumers very seriously. A company's duty to the public requires it to take immediate action upon being informed of a potential defect with its product. To properly carry out this duty, a company should have systems in place, which allow it to trace and account for all potentially affected products and then quarantine or destroy any remaining inventory.

The attorneys of Jones Ward PLC represent hundreds of persons all across the country who have been injured by defective products, prescription drugs and medical devices. If you or someone you know has been injured by any type of product, contact attorney Terrance Massey. You can reach him by phone at (502) 882-6000 or by email at tj@jonesward.com.

West Elm and the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recently issued a recall of West Elm's Overarching Floor Lamp (pictured below). According to reports, a short circuit can occur in the lamps wiring which obviously poses a shock hazard to consumers. As of today, the company is aware of at least 39 short-circuits, three reports of shocks, which at least one causing a minor burn to a consumer. Consumers should immediately unplug the lamp to avoid injury.

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Healthy People Co. is voluntarily recalling its dietary supplements after the FDA found these products to contain certain unapproved new drugs. According to reports, the FDA lab analysis confirmed the presence of Sibutramine and Tadalafil.

Sibutramine is an FDA-approved drug for appetite suppressant for the treatment of obesity. Sibutramine is a Schedule IV controlled substance and because of the risks associated with its use, it should be taken only under the direct supervision of a qualified health care professional. Sibutramine is known to substantially increase blood pressure and/or pulse rate in some patients and may present a significant risk to patients with a history of coronary artery disease, congestive heart failure, arrhythmias, or stroke. Sibutramine has been withdrawn from the U.S. marketplace. Its presence in Health People Co.'s products makes the following dietary supplements unapproved drugs: Everlax, Mince Belle, Ever Slim, Ever Slim Shake Mix Dietary Supplement Chocolate and Ever Slim Shake Mix Dietary Supplement Strawberry.

Tadalafil is an FDA-approved drug for the treatment of male Erectile Dysfunction (ED), making Perfect Men Dietary Supplement and Herbal Drink Acai-man Mangosteen Dietary Supplement unapproved drugs. Tadalafil poses a threat to consumers because it may interact with nitrates found in some prescription drugs such as nitroglycerin and may lower blood pressure to dangerous levels. Consumers with diabetes, high cholesterol, high blood pressure, or heart disease often take nitrates.

The attorneys of Jones Ward PLC represent hundreds of persons all across the country who have been injured by defective products, prescription drugs and medical devices. If you or someone you know has been injured by any other type of defective or recalled product, contact attorney Terrance Massey. You can reach him by phone at (502) 882-6000 or by email at tj@jonesward.com.

Weeplay Kids LLC and the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recently announced the voluntary recall of Weeplay Kids' Carter's Watch the Wear Bodysuits and Sleep 'n Play Garments. According to the Commission, the snaps on these one-piece garments can detach from the fabric, posing a choking hazard to young children and infants. The recalled products were sold nationwide from November 2010 through August 2011. Consumers should immediately discontinue the use of these products and contact Weeplay for a free replacement.

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Jones Ward PLC is actively litigating nearly 100 cases across the country (mainly in Boston, Philadelphia and St. Louis) related to the use if Reglan (metoclopramide) and its link to the tragic muscle movement disorder known as tardive dyskinesia. Much of the litigation is centered on the generic manufacturers of metoclopramide, who claim that they had no duty to contact the FDA and request a label change despite very clear evidence that the metoclopramide was linked to tardive dyskinesia. For more information from the FDA, check out this link: http://youtu.be/dum81RdFrhM

There is much more to this story. If you would like to know more, don't hesitate to send me an email at larry@jonesward.com

Walgreen Co. recently issued a voluntary recall of certain lots of its 13-oz. Chocolate-Covered Raisins because they may contain peanut, almond and soy ingredients. According to reports, Walgreens Bridge Mix was mistakenly packaged with the Chocolate-Covered Raisins labeling. Walgreens seemingly innocent mistake caused at least one consumer to suffer an allergic reaction.

Persons with a peanut allergy or severe sensitivity to peanuts can experience a serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume peanut products. A peanut allergy is one of the most common causes of severe allergy attacks, especially among children. Minor to severe reactions are characterized by gastrointestinal, skin and respiratory symptoms. Persons with severe sensitivity to peanuts may experience potentially life-threatening anaphylactic shock. Anaphylactic shock is an allergic reaction in which the release of histamine causes difficulty in breathing, swelling, heart failure, circulatory collapse, and sometimes death. There is no cure or therapies to eliminate or lessen the severity of peanut allergy. Strict avoidance of peanut and peanut-ingredient is the only way to prevent an allergic reaction.

The attorneys of Jones Ward PLC represent hundreds of persons all across the country who have been injured by defective products, prescription drugs and medical devices. If you or someone you know has been injured by any other type of defective or recalled product, contact attorney Terrance Massey. You can reach him by phone at (502) 882-6000 or by email at tj@jonesward.com.