People in New Orleans have no doubt heard that asbestos is a dangerous material. Much effort and money is spent to remove asbestos from older buildings. Although the likelihood of encountering asbestos today is much lower than it was years ago, the effects of asbestos...
Products Liability
Louisiana woman brings lawsuit for design defects
This blog recently discussed the dangers of design defects for consumers who use a variety of products each day. A Louisiana woman recently brought a lawsuit for damages associated with a roll-out cart and alleged design defects. The woman brought the claim against...
Design defects in products can cause serious injury
Orleans Parish residents should be aware that they have rights that stem from product liability law. Whenever a person is injured from a defect in a consumer item, that person may have a claim against one or more parties based on product liability law and other areas...
Implied warranties and product liability
New Orleans consumers are probably familiar with the express warranties that protect the purchasers of many consumer products. In these warranties, the manufacturer will often agree to repair or replace faulty consumer items free of charge within a designated period...
The basics of product liability for Orleans Parish consumers
Many people in Orleans Parish have probably heard that product liability law is the branch of law that deals with remedies for injuries suffered by consumers from defective or dangerous products. This blog post provides a basic overview of some key aspects of...
Nut butter recall due to salmonella
The purpose of the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is to protect and promote the health of America. One of the ways this is done is by monitoring the safety of the nation's food supply. Occasionally it is necessary to recall food items that have found to be...
Major airbag recall could affect many
Airbags are designed to keep passengers safe in the event of a car accident. However, if an airbag is defective, it can lead to serious injury or death. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is charged with monitoring the manufacturing and safety of these...
Louisiana allergy suffers beware: epi pen recall
For those with allergies, an epinephrine pen is an essential item that must be present at all times. From bug bites to peanut allergies, the epi pen is crucial to the survival of many allergy sufferers. However, one manufacturer is recalling their epi pens due to a...
Volkswagen’s recall problems run deep
Drivers of Volkswagen vehicles were recently given disturbing news. The car company that had become known for fuel efficiency and safety revealed that it had cheated on efficiency tests. As a result, the company faces public backlash and fines for its actions. The...
Products liability: Cheerios recalled in Louisiana
Cereal is a staple on the Louisiana breakfast table. Even citizens with gluten allergies can enjoy this popular food. Cereal manufacturers must take the appropriate steps to ensure that each box produced is free from allergens and safe for consumers. Food giant,...

