Metier Law Firm has come to the aid of victims who have been harmed by defective products for more than 30 years. We believe that we have a duty to become the best product liability attorneys we can be, and part of that duty entails helping consumers learn more about defective products they may have purchased. In this section of our blog, you will find a variety of articles about product recalls, product liability cases, when to contact a defective product attorney, and more. We update our blog often, so check back frequently and follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube to keep up with the latest information.
When it was discovered that Takata airbag inflators could explode and injure drivers and passengers, a recall was launched. However, no automotive recall of this magnitude had ever been attempted before. Around 125 million airbag inflators are affected, and they are installed in over 69 million cars. It is no wonder that this scandal has… read more
Samsung has recalled more than 2.5 million Galaxy Note 7 phones after dozens of reports involving exploding batteries. The FAA and several airliners are asking people not to turn on or charge these phones during flights.… read more
The holiday season is the time of year where families get together and buy each other gifts to celebrate, and people should have a fair expectation that their gifts are safe for use. It is important to understand that sometimes companies are capable of producing products that can lead to injuries and death. In the… read more
Winter can be a dangerous time of year for drivers across the country, but the snowy and sleet covered roads in Colorado can be fatal. Consumer Reports, a well-known non-profit and consumer watchdog, have reported that many Colorado consumers may be buying imported knock-off tires that perform very poorly on snow and on ice. An… read more
Six people have filed a class-action lawsuit against LivWell, a Denver marijuana dispensary, claiming that they overdosed on marijuana-laced candy at the Denver County Fair. The plaintiff became ill after sampling treats from a “Pot Pavilion” at the Denver County Fair, which included vendors selling marijuana-themed merchandise. LivWell was offering candy bar samples along with… read more
Most product liability cases involve defective components in automobiles, dangerous toys, hazardous appliances and defective pharmaceuticals. However, the food industry can also produce faulty products that can harm consumers. Businesses at all different levels of production and distribution can be liable for failing to follow standardized timing and temperature procedures, resulting in spoiled or poisonous… read more
According to the Detroit news, Ford Motor Co. will be issuing two new recalls on the 2013 Ford Escape SUV. In approximately 140,000 2013 Escapes, engine cylinder heads may potentially overheat causing a crack which leaks oil and subsequently lights the engine on fire. Though no one has yet been injured, roughly 30 engine fires… read more
Wyoming Public Media is reporting that after a video of a Tesla Model S fire went viral, analysts have downgraded the electric car company. The YouTube video, which made the rounds a couple of weeks ago, shows the car engulfed in flames, according to NPR. “The fire Tuesday was caused by a large metallic object… read more
According to a report by ABC 13 in Houston, 39 people were injured when a Simi Valley, California fireworks show went awry on the Fourth of July. The 39 people were part of a crowd of 10,000 gathered at a Southern California park to take in the fireworks show, an annual event since 1970. Those… read more
Colorado Springs is the second most populous city in Colorado with a population of 416,427, second only to Denver. However, Colorado Springs is second to no city in Colorado in terms of area with a total land and water area of 194.7 square miles, including eight major highways. The main three are Interstate 25, US… read more
