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Published on: June 20, 2023

Chicago-Based Lawyers for Target Candle Claims

tea-lights-2223898_1280-e1686926497782-300x170 Recently, the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) issued a notice that Target is recalling nearly 5 million candles. Reportedly, around 4.9 million Threshold-branded candles in glass jars have a flaw that causes consumers to suffer laceration and burn hazards. The candles come in a range of sizes and scents, including apple blossom and breeze, warm cider and cinnamon, and water mint and eucalyptus. If you were injured or a loved one died because of the Threshold-branded candles or similar candles in glass jars, call the seasoned Chicago-based product liability lawyers of Moll Law Group.

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The recalled Threshold products were sold only in Target stores and on their online website from August 2019 -March 2023.They cost $3 -$20. The sizes that were affected are: 5.5 ounces with 1 wick; 14 ounce 3-wicks, and 20 oz. 3 Wick Candles. At the bottom of the glass jars are the recalled item numbers.

Since the candles arrived on the market, consumers have provided 137 reports of injury to Target. The complaints were made about the breaking and cracking of the recalled glass jars while they were being used. Six injuries — which included lacerations and severe burns — were reported.

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Published on: June 9, 2023

Artificial Intelligence Makes Up Evidence in Court Brief

By Moll Law Group

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The role of artificial intelligence (AI) has been a recent topic of discussion for many. While some see AI as a next step in technological advancements, others fear it will replace many jobs and cause more problems. A recent case sparked controversy regarding the role of AI in the legal world, as it provided completely fabricated information that it believed was true. In this case, a lawyer had relied on ChatGPT, an artificial intelligence program, and filed a briefing without realizing the cases cited were made up. The lawyer was sanctioned and the case prompted a case order in Texas being filed against the use of AI in court filings, bringing up the issues of bias, prejudice, and lack of allegiance to the law and truth that these technological advancements may have. If you were harmed by a defective product, it is crucial to call the seasoned Chicago-based attorneys of Moll Law Group to discuss your legal options.

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A shift in the labor landscape due to technological advancements is not a new concept. Any new advancement, like the internet or robots that can perform factory work, brings unprecedented change. AI is different in this regard because it challenges professions that are knowledge based. It has the ability to generate responses that are complex, because of its ability to take large amounts of information from the internet, something that a human would not be able to do in a lifetime of reading or searching.

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Published on: June 7, 2023

Facebook Marketplace Still Sells Boppy Loungers, Despite More Infant Deaths

By Moll Law Group

baby-g4098dae5f_1280-300x200 There have been additional infant deaths on Boppy Newborn Loungers, despite the 2021 recall. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) recalled Boppy Infant Loungers after a reported eight infant deaths due to suffocation. There were over 3.3 million products sold at mass merchandisers like Target, Walmart, and Amazon.com, which have since been taken off of shelves. However, the recalled product has still been sold on Facebook Marketplace, prompting pressure for the site to ban the sale of the dangerous product. If your infant was harmed or died from Boppy lounger use, you should consult the seasoned Chicago product liability attorneys of Moll Law Group. Billions have been recovered in lawsuits with which we’ve been involved, and we represent plaintiffs around the country.

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Between December 2015 and June 2020, eight infants suffocated on a Boppy Company Newborn lounger. The infants were able to roll or move in a position that obstructed their breathing, such as an adult pillow. They were in a position on their back, stomach, or side. The lounger is not intended for sleeping, which the company acknowledges, but infants can fall asleep quickly which makes the product unsafe.

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Published on: May 23, 2023

Judge Denies Motion to Dismiss in Tylenol Autism Lawsuits

By Moll Law Group

align-fingers-g52339b334_640 Tylenol is a pharmaceutical drug that is commonly found in homes. Unfortunately, research shows a link between Tylenol and autism, and other neurological conditions like ADHD. Acetaminophen litigation has grown, with lawsuits filed around the country. A new Tylenol autism multidistrict litigation has been certified in federal court and will be home to the hundreds of Tylenol autism lawsuits against retailers and manufacturers of Tylenol and acetaminophen equivalents going forward. If your child developed autism and you suspect it is the result of you using Tylenol while pregnant with him or her, you should the seasoned Chicago product liability attorneys of Moll Law Group. Billions have been recovered in lawsuits with which we’ve been involved, and we represent plaintiffs around the country.

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Medical research shows that exposure to Tylenol in-utero may be associated with higher rates of neurological issues such as autism and ADHD. The goal of the Tylenol autism multidistrict litigation (MDL) is to obtain a global settlement featuring reasonable amounts distributed to affected children and their families. Due to the cases being brought together in an MDL, any case, regardless of whether it has been filed in federal court in another state, will be transferred to pretrial discovery in the Southern District of New York.

One purpose of hearing these cases together in an MDL is to resolve common factual and legal questions related to this type of harm and avoid the inconsistent results that could arise from the cases being heard entirely separately by different judges and courts around the country. Johnson & Johnson, the manufacturer of Tylenol, recently brought a motion to dismiss the Tylenol autism claims based on the preemption doctrine. Their brief argued that any claims brought by the plaintiffs are preempted by the federal laws and FDA regulations that cover the drugs.

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Published on: May 23, 2023

Ivenix Infusion System Recall Issued Over Risk of Leaks

By Moll Law Group

treatment-ge2ec498b1_1280-e1683586667860 Recently, the United States Foods and Drug Administration (FDA) issued a recall for Fresenius’ Ivenix Infusion System. Over 1,500 infusion pumps have been found susceptible to leaks and electrical failures that can result in the pump turning off during a treatment that is normally lifesaving. These systems may be defective. If you were injured or a loved one died and you believe it was the result of an Ivenix infusion defect, you should call the seasoned Chicago-based product liability lawyers of Moll Law Group. We represent injured consumers nationwide. Billions have been recovered in lawsuits with which we’ve been involved.

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The recalled system is a high-volume pump that hospital staff use to provide a patient with specific amounts of fluid to their veins, or beneath their skin, or in their spine. Patients who receive this care include adults, infants, children, teens, and neonates. The danger addressed by the recall is that the pump can leak fluids from the pump into what’s called the Administration Set Loading Area of the infusion system.

This poses a serious danger because that area is located by the Air detector, and when fluid hits the electrical parts of the infusion pump, it may go through an electrical short that leads the device to power down with so warning. There have been 14 reports arising out of this issue. No deaths were reported as of this writing, but officials have warned that delay of infusions to children who need them could cause serious injuries or deaths.

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Published on: May 16, 2023

Rollerblade Inline Skates Have Been Recalled

By Moll Law Group

skating-gac7879cf2_1280-e1683585393640 The United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) announced that Rollerblade has identified 11 reports in which a brake support on inline skates broke off a skate or developed a fracture that affected its purpose. The skates at issue are youth inline skates, which means that children are at risk of injury when using them, even though no injuries have been reported in connection with the fractured brake supports so far. If your skate is affected, you should call Rollerblade USA to get a free replacement brake support. However, you should also be aware that if your child was injured as a result of the recalled inline skates, you and your child may have a legal claim and you should call the seasoned Chicago-based lawyers of Moll Law Group.

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The affected inline skates are the Rollerblade Fury Black/White and Fury G Black/Pink. The skates came in adjustable sizes: 12J-2, 2-6, and 5-8, and were sold from May 2020 – March 2023. Customers bought them for roughly $150 in a range of sporting goods stores such as REI and Inline Warehouse, along with Paragon Athletic Goods. Online, they were purchased on Amazon, Dicks Sporting Goods, Inline Warehouse and Rollerblade. Additionally, one version of the skate that has gray brake pads was sold to be used in rental facilities and schools.

The frame of the skate has “Rollerblade” printed on it, and this is also printed on the power strap and on the wheels. If your skate is affected, it will have the following SKU number on its tongue: FURY B BKWH 07067000787 or FURY G BKPK 070671007Y9. The recall includes a service part: the Fury brake support that it came with.

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Published on: May 15, 2023

Peloton Bike Recall

By Moll Law Group

Peloton has recalled over 2 million of their exercise bikes due to issues with the seat of the bike. After assembly, the seat may break during use, causing injuries to the user. Reports of injuries have included bruising and wrist fracture. The model being recalled is the Model PL01, which was sold between January 2018 to May 2023, according to the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).

If you or a loved one have been injured from using a Peloton exercise bike, or any Peloton exercise equipment, please contact Moll Law Group at 312.462.1700 or complete our form at molllawgroup.com.

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Published on: May 12, 2023

JUUL Update: Altria Agrees to Settle for $235 M

By Moll Law Group

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Altria Group Incorporated is a tobacco corporation that is based in the United States but operates worldwide. As a leader in the tobacco industry, Altria has faced scrutiny and lawsuits regarding the known health effects that tobacco products have. E-cigarettes have been no exception. Altria Group Inc. formerly invested in Juul Labs Incorporated– a company that is widely known for its e-cigarettes. However, Juul has been accused of marketing its products to teenage demographic groups and causing an epidemic of vaping among teens. Therefore, Altria’s investment in Juul has been a topic of discussion and concern. They have faced lawsuits for their involvement and have recently agreed to settle for $235 million. If you or a loved one were harmed by a vaping product associated with Juul Products or e-cigarettes, you should call the experienced Chicago-based product liability lawyers of Moll Law Group today.

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On Wednesday, May 10th, 2023, Altria Group Incorporated said they would pay to settle cases related to Juul and the teen vaping epidemic associated with the company. They have been said to have agreed to $235 million dollars to settle the cases related to Juul and teen vaping. They claim the settlement is to avoid the strain and expense of the legal process, but others say the settlement will provide great relief for the affected youth and parents involved. The lawsuits claim that Altria was involved in marketing sweet flavors that attracted the underage demographic. Juul has already settled cases regarding the adverse health effects and intentional branding the e-cigarettes have had on teenagers, but now Altria’s involvement and investment are also involved in the lawsuits. The deal is a pivotal step against Juul, which has faced litigation surrounding the issue of advertising and encouraging teen vaping.

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Published on: May 9, 2023

Lawsuits Filed in Connection with CoolSculpting Procedure

By Moll Law Group

align-fingers-g52339b334_640-1 CoolSculpting is a brand name for an FDA-approved fat reduction procedure, cryolipolysis, in which the more stubborn fat deposits on a patient’s body—love handles—are frozen, for purposes of getting rid of them. Skin freezes at a lower temperature than fat, and the CoolSculpting device works by taking advantage of that. It is intended to cool a person’s fat deposit sufficiently to destroy that tissue while also letting the skin survive without damage. Unfortunately, there may be problems with CoolSculpting, and a lawsuit by model Linda Evangelista was filed last year to recover damages that may have been caused by the procedure. If you were injured by CoolSculpting, you should call the seasoned Chicago product liability lawyers of Moll Law Group. Billions have been recovered in lawsuits with which we’ve been involved, and we represent patients across the nation.

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The CoolSculpting System is administered by a plastic surgeon, dermatologist or another aesthetic medicine practitioner. Rather than use needles, the practitioner targets fat deposits by hold them with paddles for around 35 minutes to 1 hour and 15 minutes. During that period, around 20% – 25% of the fat cells in the targeted location are destroyed. Typically a patient’s immune system disposes of dead fat cells for a few weeks, and the final result is seen in a few months.

There are certain medical conditions that the provider administering the procedure is expected to consider in determining whether you’re a candidate including cold urticaria, bad skin tone, cryoglobulinemia, loose skin, Raynaud’s phenomenon, and paroxysmal cold hemoglobinuria. A provider should not give you the CoolSculpting procedure if you have one of these conditions.

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Published on: April 25, 2023

2-in-1 Outdoor Kids’ Swings Are Recalled Because of Fall Hazards

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kid-ga331c070c_640 Around 43,380 2-in-1 Outdoor Kids’ Swings were recalled on March 30, 2023. The recall was instituted because the swings’ restraint straps can break, presenting the danger of injuries and falls to small children. If your child was injured as a result of a defective strap on a kids’ swing, you should call the seasoned Chicago-based lawyers of Moll Law Group. We represent children and their families around the country. Billions have been obtained in cases with which we’ve been involved.

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The manufacturer Delta Enterprise Remedy has advised consumers to immediately stop letting their children play on their recalled swings. They’ve been recalled using the fast track recall process. If you have one of the affected swings, you should also contact Delta Enterprise Corp, which will provide free replacement straps.

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