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Wine Bottle Openers Recalled for Break Hazzard
Sunbeam Products is recalling 159,000 wine bottle openers sold by QVC due to a laceration hazard, U.S. regulators said Wednesday.
The wine bottle openers were imported from China by Sunbeam Products of Boca Raton, Fla., and sold through QVC shopping programs from November 2010 through December 2010 for between $30 and $60.
The bottle openers can break the wine bottle, which can create a laceration hazard, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission said.
The recall involves the “skybar Air Pump Wine Opener” model number NBSKWA2600. They were sold in four-piece sets in four colors. The model number is printed on the bottom of the opener.
Consumers were advised to stop using the wine openers and return them to any QVC store for a full refund.
If you’ve been injured in Lynnwood, or elsewhere in the Seattle area, it’s important you contact an experienced personal injury lawyer, if you would like to seek financial compensation. Feel free to contact a Seattle personal injury attorney at our firm for a free consultation. If you are unable to meet us at one of our offices, we can meet at a place convenient for you. Call 425-893-8989 today
FAQ From Lynnwood Medical Malpractice Attorney
Q. Can I file a malpractice suit against someone who isn’t a doctor?
A. Yes. Anyone who provides health care can be guilty of not following the standard procedures in their area of medical expertise, including nurses, technicians, physical therapists, and others.
Q. How can I tell if my case involves medical malpractice or not?
A. Experiencing a poor medical outcome does not automatically equal medical malpractice. In order to prove that you are the victim of medical malpractice, you have to prove that you did not receive reasonable care. Where your injury occurred and the level of skills available in the location are also evaluated. As a medical malpractice attorney I have handled many medical malpractice cases and am able to evaluate your information and assist you to determine if you have a case.
Q. What do I need to prove to establish a successful medical malpractice case?
A. To win a medical malpractice case, three things must be proven. 1) The defendant failed to act according to established medical practice standards when treating the injured party; 2) This failure to follow standard practice resulted in your injury or suffering; and 3) damages to the injured party. As you can see, medical malpractice cases are complicated and require expertise.
If you or a loved one has been victimized by medical malpractice in Lynnwood or elsewhere in WA, you should promptly contact an attorney. For a free legal consultation, contact a Lynnwood medical malpractice lawyer at our firm today.
Resistance Stretch Tubing Recalled by EB Brands Due to Injury Hazard
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.
It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.
Name of Product: Resistance Stretch Tubing
Units: About 29,700
Importer: EB Brands, of Yonkers, New York
Hazard: The handle on the tubing, also called bands, can break or detach while in use, causing the tubing or handle to strike the user and posing an injury hazard.
Incidents/Injuries: One report of an incident involving a bone injury.
Description: This recall involves Everlast Resistance Stretch Tubing, Everlast Pilates Stretch Tubing, Sportline Resistance Stretch Tubing and Pineapple Pilates Stretch Tubing, used for exercise and stretching. The tubing comes in yellow, blue or black with black handles. The words “2404″, “2001 EB Sport Group” and “Made in China” are molded on the handles. A list of affected lot numbers is available on the firm’s website.
Sold at: Sporting goods retailers from March 2010 through December 2010 for between $13.00 and $25.00.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled product and contact EB Brands for a free replacement product or a full refund.
Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact EB Brands at 800-624-5671 between 9:00am and 5:00pm ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s website at www.ebbrands.com
Injured in WA? If so, you should waste no time contacting a Lynnwood personal injury lawyer at our firm for your free consultation.
Lynnwood Wrongful Death Attorneys
Wrongful Death in Washington, RCW 4.20.010, provides for a cause of action in the event of a wrongful death of a family member and loved one. When the death of a person is caused by the wrongful act, neglect or the fault of another, his or her personal representative may maintain an action for damages against a person or entity which is responsible for causing the death of another. The lawsuit may be filed on behalf of all beneficiaries providing they are statutory beneficiaries and have a right to recover compensation under our statute in Washington.
RCW 4.20.020 entitles all beneficiaries to join in a wrongful death claim on behalf of the estate of the deceased. The action shall be for the benefit of a wife, husband, child or children, including step-children of persons who death shall have been so caused. If there is not a wife, husband or child, a wrongful death action may still be maintained for the benefit of parents, sisters or brothers, providing each are dependent upon the deceased person for support and who are residents within the United States at the time of the death.
Wrongful Death Lawyer: FAQ
Q. What is a wrongful death?
A. Whenever someone dies as the result of negligence, a defective product or a deliberate act, a wrongful death has occurred.
Q. What is the difference between a wrongful death and a murder?
A. Wrongful death is a civil claim in which a person, loved one or family member seeks to recover a judgment as compensation for the passing of a loved one. Murder is a criminal judgment which seeks to compensate loved ones by punishing the perpetrator through time in prison. In some cases, while proof beyond a reasonable doubt cannot be proven, civil liability can still be secured.
Q. Who can sue for wrongful death?
A. In the state of Washington, the spouse and surviving dependent children may file a wrongful death claim. If the person who died is a dependent child, the parents may file a child death claim. Also, the personal representative of a deceased person’s estate may sue for damages. Under the Special Personal Injury Survival Statue, adult dependents can sue for damages as well (for example a parent who is dependent upon a child for care or support). A child can bring a claim for the loss of a parent even if the adult child is not dependent on the parent for support.
Contact a Lynnwood Wrongful death attorney at our firm today.
Q. If injured by a semi or commercial truck, do I have a better case for receiving damages?
A. Yes, you do. Truck drivers are expected to meet higher standards. If you are injured in an accident and violation of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulation Act can be proven, you may have a case against not only the driver but the carrier as well. The best way to make sure you receive the compensation you deserve is to hire a personal injury attorney to evaluate the merits of your case.
Contact a Lynnwood truck accident lawyer at our firm.
Q. What causes a brain injury?
A. Traumatic brain injuries occur when the brain is bruised or shaken by an abrupt impact to the head or violent movement of the head. If the injury is severe enough, a person will black out. Depending on how badly the blood vessels and nerves are stretched and/or torn, injury can be mild or very severe. Acquired brain injuries (ABI) occur without direct trauma to the brain, but rather by lack of oxygen, poisoning (such as lead) or electrocution. Severe loss of blood can also cause ABI. Patients can also suffer from post concussion syndromes after a brain injury. The constellation of symptoms may include head aches, light sensitivity, noise sensitivity, vertigo, dizziness, executive function problems, loss of memory or reduction in attention, concentration, difficulty speaking, walking, or other motor and sensory dysfunction, and/or other conditions.
To learn more, contact a Lynnwood WA personal injury lawyer at our firm. Free consultation available.
Tylenol recall prompts caregivers to double check medications
McNeil Consumer Health has issued a voluntary recall of certain over-the-counter products effective January 14, 2011, that include the following:
* Tylenol 8 Hour
* Tylenol Arthritis Pain
* Tylenol Cold
* Tylenol Allergy
* Tylenol Sinus
* Benadryl
* Sinutab Sinus
* Sudafed PE
* Rolaids products
Insufficient cleaning procedures
The recall is based on the company’s discovery that there may have been insufficient equipment cleaning procedures, or that the cleaning procedures were not clearly documented. They say that it is unlikely that this impacted the quality of the products but they chose to issue a voluntary recall to alert consumers.
Rolaids
Product labeling on the Rolaids Multi-Symptom Berry Tablets does not include the language “Does not meet USP” as required by regulations, which prompted the recall of this product.
Product details
Consumers can obtain full product details regarding recalled products on the website — or by calling the Consumer Care Center at 1.888.222.6036. Adverse reactions may be reported to the FDA’s MedWatch program at MedWatch report. Individuals or caregivers can also fax information to 1.800.FDA.0178 if there is an adverse reaction.
Visit this link for frequently asked questions.
Caregiver responsibilities
The products may have been sold in Richmond, Virginia area stores. If you are a caregiver and have responsibility for medications for another person, be sure to check these products carefully and take proper action according to the recall instructions. Although the company does not believe there are any issues affecting quality of the products, it is a good idea to be informed of the potential concerns by learning more about the recall.
Learn more by visiting the website
Pedestrian Struck by Car Near Lynnwood High School
A 74-year-old woman was in critical condition Thursday evening after she was struck by a car in unincorporated Bothell, according to the Snohomish County Sheriff’s Office.
At about 4:45 p.m. Thursday, the woman was crossing North Road near 184th Street Southwest and was struck by a compact car driven by a woman in her 40s. The victim was taken to Harborview Medical Center in Seattle.
The Sheriff’s Office closed part of North Road temporarily Thursday evening, directing drivers to a detour through Lynnwood High School.
No citations have been issued, the Sheriff’s Office said, and the crash is still under investigation.
Wrongfully injured in Lynnwood? You should contact a Lynnwood personal injury lawyer at our firm today.
Lynnwood Medical Malpractice Lawyers
Before any medical negligence cases are accepted, we exhaustively investigate the case. All medical negligence cases are defended and are costly. Therefore, before a medical negligence case is accepted and prosecuted to trial, it is important to know that the chances of success are excellent.
In June 2006, the Washington State medical malpractice statute was amended requiring a certificate of merit and a ninety day notice of intent to commence an action before a suit can be filed. Although the certificate of merit may no longer be necessary, you should check with a medical negligence lawyer immediately to timely investigate your potential medical negligence case before the statute of limitations runs.
For a free evaluation of any potential medical malpractice, hospital negligence, nursing negligence, nursing home negligence or birth defect case involving a potentially negligent health care worker, whether it’s a physician, hospital or HMO, feel free to contact us by e-mail at rob@kornfeldlaw.com or 1-(800) 282-4878. We are more than happy to make ourselves available to speak to you at your home, in our office, at a hospital or other location convenient for you.
