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Last month seven manufacturers recalled two million cribs.  In November, Stork Craft recalled 2.1 million drop-side cribs that were a danger to babies.  36 child deaths have been attributed to faulty cribs since 2007. 

As a result, much needed and  new mandatory safety standards for cribs might become a reality in 2011.

 The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission voted 5-0 Wednesday in favor of the proposed regulations. The new rules would essentially ban the manufacture and sale of the very popular drop-side cribs. The announcement of the vote coincided with Pottery Barn Kids recalling 80,000 drop-side cribs that posed entrapment, suffocation and fall hazards. 

 It’s believed the new rules could come into effect next summer if a final vote in December is passed.

Clearwater St. Petersburg Child Accident and Injury Lawyer and author James Dodson, has written “When Kids Suffer Big Injuries, A Parents Guide to Child Injury in Florida,”  to provide parents and guardians with basic information to help them make informed decisions to protect their child’s legal rights. Request your FREE copy today.

 35,000 bottles of Scope Original Mint Mouthwash have been recalled in a cooperative manner between U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission and the manufacturer, Proctor and Gamble.  The recalled bottles have the number 4 on the bottom.    

 The one liter size bottles are being recalled due to malfunctioning child-resistant caps.  Proctor and Gamble also omitted an important message on that bottles in not stating, “This Package for Households without Young Children.” 

 One of the ingredients contained in the mouthwash, ethyl alcohol, is toxic.  Ethyl alcohol can cause serious injury or death if ingested by a child.   Every seven minutes a child under the age of 5 goes to the Emergency Room because of an unintentional poisoning.  Household products are responsible for 60% of the poisoning accidents with children under 5.   

 There have been no incidents or injuries reported.

This past week the U.S. Product Safety Commission together with McDonald’s announced a voluntary recall of 12 million “Shrek Forever After 3D” drinking glasses. 

 The reason behind the recall is that the designs on the glasses contain cadmium.  Long exposure to cadmium can cause adverse health effects.  There are also environmental concerns related to cadmium. 

 These glasses were sold exclusively at McDonald’s restaurants throughout the United States for the last two years.  McDonald’s is asking consumers to stop using the glasses immediately.  Visit http://www.mcdonalds.comfor additional instructions on how to obtain a full refund or call toll free at (800) 244-6227.

 The Dodson Law Firm has a long history of successfully representing those who have been hurt in accidents or injured due to the carelessness of another person.

 If you or a loved one has been injured, you have questions concerning your legal rights. Call our toll free number at (888) 340-0840 to get answers or to schedule a free case review today with Jim Dodson.

Parents have been advised to stop using 4 children’s cough and cold medications manufactured by Johnson & Johnson in a recent recall of Pediacare medicines.

Read the complete news article and get details on our Clearwater Florida Child Injury Lawyer consumer news website, click here.

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McNeil Consumer’s Healthcare is pulling more than 40 over the counter children’s liquid medications off the shelf because they don’t meet quality standards.

 McNeil is the maker of children’s Tylenol, Tylenol Plus, Motrin, Zyrtec and Benadryl.  They issued the recall after consulting with the Food and Drug Administration.  It’s reported that some of the products may have a higher concentration of active ingredient than what is stated on the label. 

 Parents are being advised that they should not be giving the medication to their children.  This is said to be a precautionary measure.  The recall has been issued in the United States as well as eleven other countries.

 For product recall information, please visit the McNeil Consumer Healthcare website. 

 The Dodson Law Firm supports recalls that take quick and decisive action reducing the risk of child injury. 

 Florida Child Injury Attorney, working to make safety every child’s reality for more than twenty-five years.

  For a free case review please call our office toll free at (888) 340-0840. 

During the holiday season we see reports of various toys that are recalled, as well as safety rankings evaluating children’s toys.  Obviously safety does not stop there.

 Last month Timberland Company and the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission announced a voluntary recall of 21,000 Classic Scuffproof Boots that were sold nationwide last year between June and October.  The hazard resulted from an excessive amount of lead found in the logo that was stamped onto the boot’s insoles. 

 Consumers who may have purchased the boot for a child are being advised to take the boot away from the child and contact Timberland for a free replacement insole.  For more information, please contact Timberland at (800) 445-5545 or visit, www.timberland.com.

In a press release stating a recent highchair recall, IKEA offically is recalling Leopard highchairs which are being sold in their stores. 

This is a voluntary recall of 600 LEOPARD highchairs sold at IKEA stores from October through November 2009.

FROM THE CPSC:

Name of Product: LEOPARD Highchairs

Units: About 600

Distributor: IKEA Home Furnishings, of Conshohocken, Pa.

Hazard: The snap locks used to secure the seat to the frame can break and allow the seat and child to drop through the frame, posing a fall hazard to young children. Detached snap locks can pose a choking hazard to young children.

Incidents/Injuries: IKEA has received 11 reports worldwide of failing snap locks, including one report of a child falling through the frame and suffering bruised legs. In addition, the firm has one report of a child mouthing a detached snap lock. No incidents have been reported in the United States.

Description: This recall involves all colors of the LEOPARD highchairs sold as a seat and a frame individually. The seat and tray has an adhesive label affixed to the underside with the words LEOPARD and “Made in Italy,” an eight-digit article number and a five-digit supplier number (19589).

Sold exclusively at: IKEA stores nationwide from October 2009 through November 2009 for about $60. The frame sold for $40 and the seat for $20.

Manufactured in: Italy

Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the highchairs and return them to any IKEA store for a full refund.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact IKEA toll-free at (888) 966-4532 anytime, or visit the firm’s Web site at www.ikea-usa.com

A recent public safety recall by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, suggests a product recall for the Amby Baby Motion Beds and Hammocks.

As a public service, we provide you with the information from the US Consumer Product Safety Commission’s website which lists:

Name of Product: Amby Baby Motion Beds

Units: About 24,000

Manufacturer: Amby Baby USA, of Minneapolis, Minn.

Hazard: The side-to-side shifting or tilting of the hammock can cause the infant to roll and become entrapped or wedged against the hammock’s fabric and/or mattress pad, resulting in a suffocation hazard.

Incidents/Injuries: Amby Baby is aware of two infant suffocation deaths in the Amby Baby hammock. In June 2009, a 4-month-old girl in Lawrenceville, Ga died in a baby hammock and in August 2009, a 5-month-old boy from Gresham, Ore.

Description: The Amby Baby Motion Bed consists of a steel frame and a fabric hammock which are connected by a large spring and metal crossbar. There is only one model of the hammock available which can be identified by a label sewn onto the hammock stating: “Amby – Babies Love It, Naturally.”

Sold online at: Ambybaby.com and other Internet retailers from January 2003 through October 2009 for about $250.

Manufactured in: China

Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the Amby Baby motion beds/hammocks and contact Amby Baby USA for a free repair kit. Parents and caregivers are urged to find an alternative, safe sleeping environment for their baby.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Amby Baby USA toll-free at (866) 544-9721 between 9 a.m. and 5p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm’s Web site at www.ambybaby.com

The Consumer Product Safety Commission issued an alert recently concerning the risks of window cords.

 This came after a two-year old Maryland child was strangled when he became entangled in the cords.  According to the CPSC, approximately 12 children a year die from this type of strangulation.  Manufacturers are heeding the warning.  5 million window treatments have been recalled in the last few months.

 The commission is recommending that any home where a child lives or visits, such as a grandparent’s or a daycare facility should use cordless window treatments. 

 It’s vitally important to remember that our children need adult supervision.  Make sure your home is safe for children.  Raise blinds or shades above children’s heads. Cut cords or make sure no dangling cords are within the reach of children. Move furniture and cribs away from windows to prevent toddlers from reaching dangling cords or falling fom windows.

Look for any hidden hazards that may put your  child at risk of injury or pose a serious threat to safety.

Over 2 million cribs were recalled recently by Stork Craft, a manufacturer of drop-side cribs. 

 The recall was in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.  The CPSC issued a statement urging parents and caregivers to immediately stop using the recalled cribs.  The drop-side can be installed upside-down, which can result in broken or disengaged plastic parts.  The defect in the cribs can create a dangerous space between the drop-side and the crib mattress.  As a result, infants and toddlers can become entrapped in the space which can then lead to suffocation.

 A free repair kit can be ordered by calling Stork Craft anytime, toll-free at (877) 274-0277.  For helpful tips on Crib Safety, please visit CPSC’s Crib Information Center.

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