During the first week of June, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) announced a ban on an assortment of infant sleeping products that have…
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More Than 40,000 Americans: Estimated Number of Asbestos-Related Deaths Rises Once Again
Every 12 minutes, an American dies from an asbestos-related disease. That’s according to recent data from the Institute of Health Metrics and Evaluation (IHME), which…
COVID-19 Birth Trends Point to Lasting Impacts on American Society
The U.S. birth rate is at its lowest in decades. But where before this so-called "baby bust" was thought to be triggered by COVID-19, experts…
Recognizing the Signs of Elder Abuse (Even When They're Harder to Spot)
Elder abuse has always occurred insidiously, but COVID-19 has added more layers of secrecy to this horrible trend. For one thing, social isolation is one…
3M Loses First Trial over Allegedly Defective Military Earplugs in a 7.1M Verdict
A Florida federal jury has hit manufacturer 3M with a $7.1 Million verdict in the first bellwether trial of a multidistrict litigation hearing involving 3M's…
Following Reports of Injuries and One Death, Peloton® Recalls Its Treadmills
On Wed., May 5, 2021, Peloton® announced a voluntary recall of its treadmills — just two-and-a-half weeks after the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)…
On International Firefighters Day, We Recognize the Brave Men and Women Who Protect Our Local Communities
Tuesday, May 4 marks International Firefighters Day — a day to both remember all of the firefighters who have lost their lives and to support…
Fisher-Price® Takes Its Rock ‘n Play Sleeper™ Off the Market After Death of At Least 32 Infants
According to a recent investigation by Consumer Reports, at least 32 babies have died while in Fisher-Price® Rock ‘n Play Sleepers™. As part of its…
Peloton® Faces Questions about Dangers to Children After Death and Serious Injuries
A child's death by injuries from a Peloton® Tread+™ has led the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) to warn against using the popular at-home…
