Jun 15
The US CPSC in conjunction with General Electric and Sharp have recalled over ninety thousand air conditioning and heating units. These units primarily used in apartment buildings and commercial spaces contain a faulty electrical component that can lead to a very dangerous smoke and fire hazard and serious injury. Stop using them immediately and contact General Electric to schedule a free repair.
May 31
Have you had the misfortune of being involved in a car accident recently? Even though it hasn’t rained much this spring, there have been no lack of auto accidents on the roads in and around Jacksonville. Gas prices seem to be keeping some people off the roads but thankfully the high price of gasoline is starting to ease also. I do like my quicker drive to work but paying $60 for a tank of gas even in my Ford Fusion is getting old.
What should you do if you are involved in a car accident? There are so many things to consider and I know most of you don’t want to commit that kind of stuff to memory. Give us a call regardless of the facts of your accident or the extent of your injuries so we can help answer those questions. Yes there is still such a thing as FREE advice. Of course we would love to make you a client. Avoid the unnecessary referral services and consider using a local and highly respected law firm to handle your personal injury case.
If we can be of assistance, feel free to contact us! Your FREE consultation won’t cost you a thing and it is always confidential.
Don’t settle for less than you deserve!
Stumbled across this page provided by Florida Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles. School will be out soon and more young drivers will be out on the road for summer fun. Gas prices may slow that down a bit but not completely. Please share these tips with your kids and help keep us all safer on Florida’s roads and highways by reducing car accidents and personal injury. I imagine all these tips will work for us grown ups also.
Apr 27
Apr 26
Here’s a link to a video presentation on how to get more bang for your buck at the gas pumps.
Mar 29
Spring is officially here and the warmer weather has come with it (except for this week)! My kids have been in the pool a lot already and the pool time will only increase from here.
Since I’ve worked in the personal injury business for years, I am usually very focused on safety around my home and while we are out and about BUT it only takes an instant of inattention for something bad to happen. Reeducate yourself on what you should do in the event of water-related accident. Make sure your entire household knows that safety is a team effort. Ensure any safety-related equipment is in good working order. It may have been months since you last laid eyes on that life ring/preserver.
If there is any question about whether something is working properly, get it checked out by a professional.
Here’s to a safe and enjoyable spring/summer season. Get out and enjoy the outdoors with friends and family but BE SAFE!
Mar 10
A wine bottle opener sold through the popular TV shopping channel QVC and manufactured by Sunbeam Products has been voluntarily recalled today by these companies and in conjunction by the US Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).
There have been 52 reports of wine bottles breaking while using this opener and 42% percent of those include some pretty significant injuries including lacerations to hands. Further information can be found from the CPSC notice.
Feb 24
Guess what? Toyota is recalling another 2 million vehicles for accelerator issues. They are really getting good at recalling cars. I won’t bore you with my version of the story so here’s a link .
If you’ve been injured by a faulty / recalled product, give us a call or send us an e-mail .
Jan 5
The US Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) in conjunction with Salsa Cycles of Quality Bicycle Products have recalled over 6500 handlebar stems.
These stems were typically sold as aftermarket parts for bicycles through various bicycle retailers and online outlets. The two models involved are the CroMoto S.U.L. 25.4 and 26.0 threadless handlebar stems and all CroMoto S.U.L. 26.0 quill handlebar stems sold as individual aftermarket units after April 1, 2010. They are black in color and have Salsa printed on the exterior.
The Salsa stems can fail and lead to significant personal injury. If you, a family member or someone you know has been injured by the manufacturer’s negligence, please contact us immediately so we may advise you and assist you in being compensated for your pain and suffering.
If your bicycle has one of these handlebar stems, stop using it immediately and contact a Salsa retailer for a refund. Do not return the defective product if you have been injured by it. It may be needed as proof in your personal injury case.
Here’s a link to the CPSC recall info
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Dec 13
Even if you haven’t been outside yet today, you probably have realized that winter cold has arrived in earnest. With temperatures expected to fall quickly below freezing shortly after sunset and bottom out in the teens possibly, everyone’s desire for warmth will be priority number one.
For those of you that supplement your heat in your home with portable electric heaters, please be careful in their use.
Here’s some info from the CPSC on the setup and use of portable heaters thst should help in the prevention of injury or wrongful death.
The Commission estimates that half the deaths and one-third of the injuries resulting from electric heater fires occurred at night when family members were asleep and the heater unattended. The Commission is also concerned about the use of power or extension cords which can be too small to supply the amount of current required by the typical portable electric heater.
You should be able to respond “yes” to the following safety statements.
| Yes | No | ||
| 1. | The heater is operated at least three feet away from upholstered furniture, drapes, bedding and other combustible materials. | ___ | ___ |
| 2. | The extension cord (if used) is marked #14 or #12 American Wire Gauge (AWG). | ___ | ___ |
| 3. | The heater is used on the floor. | ___ | ___ |
| 4. | The heater is turned off when family members leave the house or are sleeping. | ___ | ___ |
Stay warm tonight and stay safe. Don’t forget to check on neighbors, pets and plants.