HOUSTON PRODUCT INJURY ATTORNEYS
Consumer Products
When we buy products, we should be able to trust that they are safe. Most are, but sometimes dangerous or defective products make their way into the hands of consumers and cause serious injury or even death. the accident and injury law office of Terry Bryant is here to help injured victims get the compensation they deserve.
LIST OF PRODUCTS
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Avaira Contact Lens not accepting new claims
These lenses were recalled by their manufacturer, CooperVision, in 2011. The side effects of using this product have caused serious injuries and permanent disability to a number of users.
Automatic Emergency Brake Failures active litigation
Automatic emergency braking systems (“AEB Systems”) are a new safety technology that can save lives, but when they are defective, they can result in serious accidents that may prove deadly.
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Benzene Exposure active litigation
Benzene is a hazardous chemical that causes cancer and other injuries. Yet it is one of the most commonly used chemicals in the country. People face exposure at work and in their communities.
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Death Wobble on Ford Trucks not accepting new claims
More than 1,200 Ford truck drivers have filed complaints about the issue to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Numerous drivers have reported frightening incidents of losing control of their trucks.
Defective Car Caused Accident not accepting new claims
A vehicle can be defective in many ways, including a specific component or a vehicle design. Examples include tires, headlights, steering mechanisms, brakes, airbags, ignition-switches, and seatbelts.
DuPont Teflon Exposure not accepting new claims
DuPont, which makes Teflon, has been pouring the industrial waste perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA) from a plant into the Ohio River for more than 40 years. Some of the chemical, which is toxic and may cause cancer, has leached into a municipal drinking water supply.
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E-Cig Injury not accepting new claims
Touted as a safe alternative to smoking, e-cigs have surged in popularity until recently. Users can buy these devices at convenience stores, sold by some of the biggest tobacco companies, or they can purchase components like tanks, coils, and batteries and assemble their own e-cigarette. It’s the battery component that is most likely to fail and cause users’ injuries.
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Escherichia (E coil) is a bacteria that can result in severe health problems that require hospitalization and medical treatment. Outbreaks from contaminated food are preventable with quality checks. If a food company doesn’t maintain product safety, they may be liable for damages.
Earplugs (3M Combat) not accepting new claims
Over the course of 12 years, 3M sold defective earplugs to the military. Affected service members are suing the company due to their hearing loss.
EzriCare and Delsam Pharma Artificial Tears active litigation
Bacterial contamination in bottles of Artificial Tears marketed by EzriCare® and Delsam Pharma® have led to several infection-related illnesses. Some users of the eye drops experienced blindness; others had infections that spread throughout their body. Use of the product has even caused death.
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Food Poisoning not accepting new claims
Food poisoning is common and can be caused by negligently handling food anywhere in the supply chain: grocery stores, restaurants, farms, and distributors.
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Gun Defects not accepting new claims
Defective guns can cause serious injuries when they don't correctly fire. Sometimes, companies make promises they don't keep about how their guns will perform.
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Hair Straighteners not accepting new claims
Hair straighteners and hair relaxers contain many strong chemicals, and several are known to cause cancer. These carcinogens are endocrine disrupters which can lead to uterine cancer in women.
Hyland Teething Tablets not accepting new claims
To help infants with the pain of teething, parents sometimes use teething rings, gels, or medications. One product, Hyland’s Teething Tablets, has been recalled because of a link to 10 deaths and many more adverse reactions, including seizures.
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Juul Lawsuit not accepting new claims
Juul was marketed as a safer alternative to smoking. After a major vaping lung disease outbreak swept the U.S., the public learned that the products weren’t as safe as advertised, and lung condition sufferers have a chance to hold Juul accountable.
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Keyless Ignition not accepting new claims
When you use a car key, you turn it and the engine stops. With a keyless ignition, the engine may continue to run even if you leave the vehicle. If you’re in an enclosed space like a garage, the exhaust may build up and kill you.
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Babies who survive necrotizing enterocolitis often suffer lasting damage. Many are diagnosed with short bowel syndrome and other major complications. These conditions require ongoing maintenance, and financial compensation can help ensure your child can access all the medical care they need.
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Paraquat Exposure active litigation
If you’ve been exposed to paraquat and have been diagnosed with Parkinson’s or are showing Parkinson’s-like symptoms, or if you’ve been otherwise harmed by the chemical, you may be able to get help with medical bills and other costs through a paraquat exposure lawsuit.
Propane Injuries not accepting new claims
If you or a family member was injured or killed because of a propane tank explosion or fire, you may be entitled to compensation for your medical bills, injuries, and other losses.
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Roundup and Cancer active litigation
Roundup is a herbicide linked to a type of cancer, Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma. If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with it and Roundup might be the cause, compensation through a legal claim may be an option.
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Salmonella Contamination not accepting new claims
Salmonella causes food poisoning; hundreds of people are hospitalized because of it every year. While proper food preparation can kill this bacteria, an infection is almost always due to poor quality control or inspection by the food producer.
Syngenta GMO Corn not accepting new claims
This is genetically modified (GMO) corn which may contaminate non-GMO corn supplies. Buyers who refuse to buy GMO corn may reject corn supplied by farmers because Syngenta corn may have been found.
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Table Saw Accidents not accepting new claims
Table saw accidents injure about 40,000 people annually. These injuries can be serious enough to require amputation. Working with an exposed rotary blade may cause “kickback” where wood can be thrown back, causing serious harm and may possibly cause the operator to lose his balance and fall onto the blade.
Takata Airbags not accepting new claims
Normally, in an accident, an airbag inside a steering wheel quickly inflates to cushion the driver and prevent serious injuries. These airbags have been recalled because they can inflate too violently, blowing themselves apart, injuring and killing drivers.
Talcum Powder and Cancer active litigation
There has been a link found between use of Johnson & Johnson’s baby or body powders and ovarian cancer. The talc used may be contaminated with asbestos, a known cancer-causing mineral.
Tire Safety not accepting new claims
If a tire fails, especially at high speed, it can cause a catastrophic accident not only involving your vehicle, but others. You may be able to obtain compensation for the injuries that result.
Tire Tread Failure not accepting new claims
A tire may wear down to the point where it explodes while a vehicle is being driven, potentially causing a major accident and endangering other motorists. If you’ve been injured in such an accident, you may be able to collect compensation for your injuries.
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Weed Killer Lawsuit active litigation
The toxic chemicals in some pesticides have been linked to Parkinson’s disease, cancer and other serious injuries.