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Tuesday 30 Jun 2009

Bridgestone Recalling Firestone Tires

Bridgestone Americas Tire Operations, LLC (BATO) is recalling 127,183 Firestone FR380 tires, size P235/75R15, manufactured from September 9, 2007 through July 2, 2008. These tires were produced with insufficient tread base gauge. Continued use of the subject tires may lead to vibration and groove cracking. Extended use could lead to tread distortion or tread separation and loss of vehicle control. BATO will notify owners and replace the defected tires free of charge. BATO will also mount and balance the replacement tires, all at no charge or expense to the owner. The safety recall is expected to begin on or about June 29, 2009. Owners may contact BATO toll-free at 1-800-465-1904 or visit their website at www.firestonetire.com.

If you believe you have been harmed by a defective tire, please contact our experienced crashworthiness attorneys today to speak about your case.

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Wednesday 03 Jun 2009

60,000 Trampolines Recalled due to Enclosure Defect

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Skywalker Holdings LLC in corporation with the CPSC has voluntarily recalled 60,000 13 foot square trampolines. The trampolines are being recalled because the straps that support the top of the trampoline enclosure can fail which would collapse the enclosure and create a potential fall hazard.

The recall pertains to the Skywalker Holdings 13-foot square trampoline and enclosure combo that was sold at specialty stores and major retailers nationwide from January 2007 to February 2009. The combo sold between $400 and $600.

Consumers should stop using this product immediately and contact Skywalker for a free repair kit. If you believe you have been harmed by this defective product do not hesitate to contact our experienced attorneys today.

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Friday 01 May 2009

Dietary Supplement Hydroxycut Recalled Due to Liver Failure

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The Food and Drug Administration in correlation with the manufacturer and distributor of Hydroxycut dietary supplemt and weight loss products have issued a recall because of association with serious liver injuries. Injuries include hyperbilirubinemia, jaundice, liver damage, live transplant and death due to liver failure. The FDA has issued a letter to consumers to stop using the product immediately and have warned all Health Care Professionals of the potential liver injuries associated with the dietary supplement. None of the 23 reported cases had any risk factors or diseases associated with liver disease or injury. Some consumers regained liver function after the discontinuation of the supplement.

Hydroxycut® is distributed by Iovate Health Sciences, Inc. of Oakville, Ontario and Iovate Health Sciences USA, Inc. of Blasdell, New York. It is reported to be the number one selling over-the-counter dietary supplement for weight loss. The list of recalled products includes:

•    Hydroxycut Regular Rapid Release Capsules
•    Hydroxycut Caffeine-Free Rapid Release Caplets
•    Hydroxycut Hardcore Liquid Caplets
•    Hydroxycut Max Liquid Caplets
•    Hydroxycut Regular Drink Packets
•    Hydroxycut Caffeine-Free Drink Packets
•    Hydroxycut Hardcore Drink Packets (Ignition Stix)
•    Hydroxycut Max Drink Packets
•    Hydroxycut Liquid Shots
•    Hydroxycut Hardcore Ready-to-Drink (RTD)
•    Hydroxycut Max Aqua Shed
•    Hydroxycut 24
•    Hydroxycut Carb Control
•    Hydroxycut Natural

If you have believe you have been harmed as a result of taken a Hydroxycut supplement please contact our experienced pharmaceutical defect attorneys today.