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Whitco Co. Stadium Light Poles Recalled

Chrissie Cole — Sat, 29 Aug 2009 17:21:00 GMT

A nationwide alert was recently issued by the CPSC warning facility managers and school officials to inspect outdoor stadium light poles manufactured by Whitco co. because the poles can crack or fall over, posing a risk of serious injury to bystanders.

Nine incidents of the poles falling, including one that went through the roof of a school gym has been reported to the agency so far. While most of the incidents have occurred in Texas, the poles have been installed in other states as well.

All Whitco LP stadium poles should be inspected immediately by a qualified professional to reduce the risk of additional falling poles. If there is any signs of deterioration, cracks or factures, the affected poles should be repaired/replaced immediately.

For more information regarding this warning, consumers can e-mail the agency or contact CPSC’s Hotline anytime at (800) 638-2772. #

Originally posted at InjuryBoard by Chrissie Cole

Accidents Can be Avoided By Replacing Faulty Tire Stems

Daryl T. Dixon — Mon, 18 Aug 2008 15:33:22 GMT

A recall on 6 million faulty tire stem valves give every vehicle owner and driver reason to worry.

These faulty valves can lead to serious accidents in the long run if not replaced, which is the only guarantee for safety. At low speeds, the valves can cause flat tires. At higher speeds, however, heat builds up in the tire causing it to fall apart. This can lead to loss of control and potentially fatal accidents.

If you don't want to replace the valves, you need to check the stems very carefully for cracks. If you see any, pour soapy water over them and watch for bubbles to surface. If they do, the valves need to be replaced immediately.

Any local auto shop can give you information on the valves. Go wherever you normally service your tires, and if they can't do the job, it's important that you find someone that can. It's your responibilty to do your part and make the roads a safer place to drive.

Originally posted at InjuryBoard by Daryl T. Dixon

Kentucky's Calloway County Clerk in Critical Condition After Possible Malfunction of Specially Designed Vehicle for the Handicapped

Daryl Dixon — Mon, 12 Nov 2007 15:37:34 GMT

Calloway County Clerk Ray Gene Coursey, Jr. is in critical condition after his specially designed vehicle hit two culverts and then overturned. Mr. Coursey's van was specially designed for the handicapped. It is believed the accelerator malfunctioned and ultimately caused the wreck. View the video here.

It is likely Mr. Coursey would have a Products Liability claim against whoever manufactured, or installed the special devices, for the van. Mr. Coursey would not have been injured had it not been for the faulty device.

Western Kentucky Products Liability attorney, Daryl T. Dixon, fights for those injured though the negligence of others on a daily basis. Mr. Dixon makes it his personal mission to make sure victims who have been injured by the negligence of another are fairly compensated and can live a life as close to that they experienced before the injury.

For more information on this subject, please refer to the section on Car and Motorcycle Accidents.

Originally posted at InjuryBoard by Daryl Dixon

TASER International Wins Product Liability Lawsuit

Chrissie Cole — Wed, 10 Oct 2007 07:20:45 GMT

Tuesday, TASER International, Inc. announced that a US Court dismissed a product liability suit against them.

TASER International, Inc., the maker of electronic safety devices said that the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Louisiana ruled that TASER's stun gun was not a contributing factor to the death of a inmate by a Louisiana State Trooper.

This lawsuit represents the fifty-ninth (59th) wrongful death or injury lawsuit that has been dismissed or judgment entered in favor of TASER International.
This number includes a small number of police officer training injury lawsuits that were settled and dismissed in cases where the settlement economics to TASER International were significantly less than the cost of litigation. TASER International has not lost any product liability lawsuit.

For more information on this topic, please refer to our section on Defective and Dangerous Products.

Originally posted at InjuryBoard by Chrissie Cole