In concurrence with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, General Electric has announced the recall of 181,000 front-load washing machines because of potential fire and shock hazards.
CNN Money reports that the dangerous machines have defective wires that may catch fire. While no reported injuries have been connected to the faulty equipment, there have been seven incidents of minor smoke damage from flames escaping the devices.
Consumers are being asked to immediately stop use of the recalled washing machines, unplug them from electrical outlets, and get in touch with GE for a free repair. Washing machines included in the recall begin with model number WBVH5 and were sold throughout the United States from December 2006 to May 2010. Consumers can reach GE at 1-888-345-4124 to find out if their washing machine is included in the recall.
American Burn Association statistics reveal that approximately 3,500 people die each year due to residential fires in the United States. In addition, about 60,000 individuals nationwide require medical attention and care at burn centers to help treat severe burn injuries. Defective and poorly designed products are sometimes responsible for fires, burns and shock injuries. As consumers, we trust that the products we purchase are safe for use and free of any defect that would inflict harm. However, not every product manufacturer upholds this trust.
If a product malfunctions and causes an individual to sustain a burn injury, shock injury, or any other kind of personal injury, he or she may be able to hold the manufacturer legally responsible for pain and suffering, medical bills, and other damages associated with the injury. The knowledgeable California product injury lawyers at Panish Shea & Boyle understand the many challenges an injury victim may face after being injured by a defective product. Call us today at 877-800-1700 for a free consultation and to find out more about how we can protect your rights.
An explosion of a natural gas pipeline in North Texas has killed three people and 10 others may be missing, according to a Reuters article. Reportedly, eight workers from Brazos Electric were digging and drilling holes near a pipe to put up power lines when the gas line was hit, initiating the explosion.
Five employees endured burn injuries in the explosion accident and were taken to the Glen Rose Medical Center where they are listed in stable condition. The 36-inch pipeline transported natural gas within the borders of Texas and is owned by Enterprise Products Partners.
Despite detailed workplace rules and regulations issued by the Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA), explosion accidents continue to take place at construction sites and other work environments. It is an employer’s responsibility to properly notify employees about potential hazards through training, alarm systems, labeling, chemical data documentation, color-coded systems and other procedures.
When employees are injured at work, workplace accident lawsuits may be filed to help an injured worker receive compensation for permanent disability, loss of past and future earnings, pain and suffering, and much more. Although workers’ compensation benefits may compensate for some damages, the amount may not be sufficient enough to assist a seriously injured employee in the way that he or she needs. Depending on the circumstances of the accident, third parties may also be liable for damages caused by workplace accidents, including manufacturers of defective equipment or toxic substances and owners of dangerous premises.
If you have been injured in an explosion accident, the personal injury lawyers at Panish Shea & Boyle will work diligently to ensure that you receive full and just compensation for your injuries. Our injury attorneys are nationally recognized for our achievements in personal injury law. To learn more about how we can assist you with your case, please call 877-800-1700 for a free consultation or visit www.psblaw.com for more information.
