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Claims Raise Concerns About Ladder Stability, Design Defects, and Fall Hazards Ladders are a common household and workplace tool, used for everything from changing light bulbs to completing construction projects. Consumers rely on ladders to provide stable, elevated access in situations where balance and support are critical. However, when a ladder fails unexpectedly, the consequences…

Electric pressure cookers are designed to cook food quickly by trapping steam inside a sealed cooking chamber. Because substantial pressure can build inside the appliance, consumers rely on safety mechanisms to prevent the lid from opening until that pressure has been safely released. Several lawsuits alleging that a Crock-Pot Express Crock Multi-Cooker exploded and severely…

Can You Sue Amazon After Being Injured by a Product Purchased on Its Marketplace? Millions of consumers purchase products through Amazon every day. The online marketplace offers access to countless products from manufacturers, distributors, and third-party sellers around the world. While many of these products function as intended, lawsuits filed across the country have increasingly…

Dupixent has been prescribed to patients with atopic dermatitis, commonly known as eczema, as well as asthma and several other inflammatory conditions. The injectable biologic medication has provided relief for many patients, but a growing number of lawsuits are raising questions about a potential association between Dupixent and certain forms of T-cell lymphoma. Patients have…

Tabletop fire pits have become increasingly popular because they provide the ambiance of an open flame in a compact and portable design. Many consumers use these products during family gatherings, holidays, and special occasions without expecting that they could suddenly erupt into flames or cause catastrophic injuries. Unfortunately, lawsuits involving alcohol-fueled tabletop fire pits continue…

Burned by an iPhone That Overheated, Caught Fire, or Exploded? You May Have Legal Options. Millions of consumers keep their iPhones close to them throughout the day, including in their hands, pockets, vehicles, bedrooms, and workplaces. Consumers reasonably expect these devices and their rechargeable lithium-ion batteries to operate without suddenly overheating, igniting, or exploding. A…

Lawsuit Alleges Defective Gree Dehumidifier Caused More Than $630,000 in House Fire Damage Dehumidifiers are commonly used in basements, bedrooms, garages, and other areas of the home to control excess moisture. Because these appliances may operate for extended periods and sometimes without constant supervision, consumers reasonably expect them to function without overheating or starting a…

Grill brushes are designed to remove food residue and debris from cooking surfaces. However, consumers may have no way of knowing when a tiny metal bristle breaks away from a brush and becomes stuck to a grill grate or embedded in food. On August 27, 2026, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission announced a major…

Can You File a Lawsuit If a Defective Coffee Maker Caused Serious Burns? Coffee makers are designed to safely heat and contain near-boiling water while brewing coffee. Consumers reasonably expect these appliances to keep scalding liquids inside the machine during ordinary use. When a coffee maker allegedly fails to contain hot water, however, users may…

CPSC Warns Consumers to Stop Using KH158 Natural Gas and Carbon Monoxide Detectors Carbon monoxide detectors are designed to provide an early warning when dangerous concentrations of carbon monoxide develop inside a home. Because carbon monoxide is colorless and odorless, consumers may have no other indication that they are being exposed to a potentially deadly…