Tennessee Toy Defects
The Morristown defective toy lawyers of Terry, Terry, and Stapleton understand that there are millions of products sold into the marketplace every year that endanger children. We believe that the manufacturers of these toys must be held to the highest possible standard of safety because our children are their consumers. We are focused on making sure that toys are safe for our children to play with and we believe that manufacturers should be held accountable if their products injure a child. Recalls and unreported defects have involved some of the best known toy makers including Mattel, Fisher-Price, LEGO, Evenflo, and Playskool.
Many American children are fortunate enough to have numerous toys with which to play. Toy companies know that parents will spend millions of dollars every year to keep their children entertained. Unfortunately, not all toys are harmless. Faulty manufacturing and negligence can result in poisoning, injury, disability, and even death. Defective toys can result in long-term physical, emotional, and financial consequences for children and their families. If your child was injured by an unsafe toy, it is important to consult with a knowledgeable attorney to learn about the options available to you.
Approximately 100 different products for children are recalled every year. However, by the time of the recall, many copies of the toy have been sold and remain unknown dangers in the home. Often, parents are unaware that a toy they have purchased has been recalled. If you would like to check the list of every toy that has been recalled by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission since 1975, you may do so here.
The most common reasons for recalls are burn hazards, choking hazards, and violation of lead paint standards. Lead paint can cause adverse health effects and is toxic if ingested. Thus, it is a serious concern when children are exposed to the hazard of lead paint. Many companies manufacture their products overseas where safety standards regarding the ingredients in the rubber and plastic in the toys, lead in the paint, choking hazards, and other potentially injurious conditions simply do not exist. For example, the New York Times reported that China manufactured each of the 24 kinds of toys recalled for safety reasons in the United States in 2007, including Barbie accessories, Mattel’s “CARS,” Winnie-The-Pooh playsets, and Elmo character toys from Fisher-Price.
Unfortunately, dangerous products will still continue to be put on shelves before they are recalled. Even after a recall, dangerous toys continue to be available from aftermarket sources such as eBay, Craigslist, and flea markets. If you believe your child was injured or killed because of an unsafe toy caused by a defective design or manufacturing flaw, contact the knowledgeable TN defective product lawyers at Terry, Terry, and Stapleton to discuss filing a lawsuit for the injury and damage done to your child. We will thoroughly investigate your claim and pursue compensation against all responsible parties. Regardless of the circumstances, please take the time to discuss your case with us by calling 1-800-518-3779 or filling out our online form.
