Medical devices are meant to diagnose, prevent or treat diseases. But the substandard kind can cause fatal outcomes. Whether external or implanted, defibrillators electrically charge the heart to restore its normal rhythm. They jolt the heart into beating again in the...
Drivers are also consumers. They often stay on top of trends to know what tools or gear to purchase next for their vehicles. So, it is reasonably alarming when an item is defective, as they trusted the manufacturer to sell it in good condition. Ford, a U.S. automaker,...
Furniture for storing clothes such as wardrobes and armoires is essential for any home. These pieces are vital for everyday living unless a homeowner wants to leave their clothes out in the open. However, these furniture pieces can also be dangerous, especially for...
Despite growing awareness about the potential dangers that baby neck floats pose, these risky products are for sale in West Virginia. Baby neck floats are inflatable devices designed to hold an infant's head above water while the baby floats on their back. While they...
As consumers, we put a certain level of trust in manufacturers and sellers that the products they put out in the market are safe and will work their function as expected. However, there are cases when a product turns out to be defective and causes injury to a...
West Virginia residents who own Honda vehicles manufactured between 2001 and 2003 should not drive them until an authorized dealer has replaced the factory air bag sensors. On Feb. 3, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration issued a “Do Not Drive” directive...
Have you ever heard of a television tip-over? It's exactly what it sounds like, a television falling over and crushing whatever is beneath it. Thousands of televisions tip over yearly in West Virginia and the rest of the United States, sometimes with disastrous...
A recent study found that car seats might not be as safe as we think they are. Researchers found that many car seats are ineffective in preventing injuries in the event of a crash, while others contain toxic chemicals that are harmful to our health. This is alarming...
In May 2022, Teva and AbbVie’s Allergan unit reached a $161 million settlement in the state of West Virginia, including $27 million in Narcan, the overdose reversal drug. West Virginia claimed that the pharmaceutical companies exacerbated the opioid epidemic by...
West Virginia expectant parents expect their babies to come out healthy even when they’re taking certain vital prescription medication. Unfortunately, that’s not always the case. A popular diabetes drug has been linked to birth defects in boys. What is the drug, and...
