E-Bike & E-Scooter Fires on the Rise
E-bikes and E-scooters have become a common fixture across the nation’s urban landscape, touted as a cure-all for everything from traffic congestion to greenhouse gas emissions. But that rising popularity has also come with a cost: an epidemic of micro mobility fires ignited by over-heated and over-pressurized lithium-ion batteries. The Killino Firm’s defective product lawyers […]
YETI Recall: Affected Products, Safety Risks, and Next Steps
A YETI recall has been issued involving approximately 1.9 million coolers, raising serious safety concerns for consumers. The recall affects specific YETI products that may contain defective components capable of failing during normal use. Because these coolers are commonly used in high-pressure and outdoor conditions, even a single point of failure can create a risk […]
Hyundai Santa Fe Sport Engine Fire Recall
Hyundai Motor Company has issued a Hyundai Santa Fe recall affecting approximately 44,000 model-year 2018 Santa Fe Sport SUVs due to a defect that may cause an engine compartment fire — even when the vehicle is parked. The issue involves the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) module, which could malfunction and lead to an electrical short. […]
Cybex Settles CPSC Charges Over Exercise Machines
The U.S. Consumer Products Safety Commission (CPSC) has hit Cybex International with a nearly $8 million civil penalty in connection with two recently recalled exercise machines. According to the Commission, the settlement will resolve allegations that Cybex failed to immediately report that its Arm Curl and Smith Press Machines contained a defect or created an […]
When an Injury While Exercising Can Lead to a Lawsuit
Whether you’re working out at the local health club or using in-home gym equipment to get fit, exercise-related injuries are always a risk. And while some injuries result from overexertion or poor technique, far too many occur due to defectively designed or manufactured equipment, dangerous premises, or negligence on the part of a fitness center […]
Defective Car Jack & Jack Stand Failures
Every year, thousands of amateur mechanics and automobile enthusiasts suffer severe and potentially fatal injuries when a car jack or jack stand collapses as they’re working beneath a vehicle. Sometimes, car jack and jack stand injuries result from improper use. But in many cases, the devices were defective or sold with inadequate instructions for use. […]
Beach Umbrella & Canopy Injury Hazards
Every summer, millions of Americans retreat to the shade of a beach umbrella, patio umbrella, or pop-up canopy as they relax at the shore, enjoy backyard barbecues and other outdoor meals, and lounge poolside at home or while vacationing at hotels and resorts. Unfortunately, most remain completely unaware that these popular summer implements can pose […]
Managed Health Care Insurers Deny Patients
Attorney Jeff Killino and his law firm have found that a number of Managed Health Care Insurers deny valid claims because the treatment is “experimental” or “investigational” or “not medically necessary”. Denying treatment is one way that the Managed Health Care Industry makes a lot of money. Of the 73 million Americans on Medicaid, almost […]
Child Washing Machine Injuries – Lock Your Washing Machine
Toddlers trapped in front loading washing machines have made headlines recently. A Florida toddler playing with his sibling was trapped in a front-loading washer–he was pronounced dead at the hospital. Two months earlier, a two-year-old in China climbed into a washer for fun but she got stuck in the drum and her parents were unable […]
Defective ATV & UTV Recalls Cause Injuries
People who ride an all-terrain vehicle (ATV) and Recreational Off-Highway vehicle (ROV) enjoy the thrill and exhilaration of off-road adventure, but far too often these vehicles cause serious injuries and even death. Many ATV and ROV accidents maybe in part be due to driver error, but a defective auto part is far too often involved—and […]