The products liability attorneys of Passen & Powell often speak out on the frequent failure of various types of companies to provide adequate, timely information to U.S. regulators, and the failure of those regulators to adequately supervise these companies, follow up on the information they receive, and issue prompt, necessary recalls. But when recalls are… Read More
Wisconsin Ski Lift Accident Injures 14 People
A recent accident at the Devil’s Head ski resort in Wisconsin highlights an often-overlooked danger on ski slopes: defective ski lifts. For a Free Consultation with a top Chicago injury attorney, call Passen & Powell at (312) 527-4500. On December 17, 2009, a “massive” mechanical failure involving a ski lift’s gearbox and back-up systems resulted… Read More
2.1 Million Cribs Recalled – Govt. Promotes Toy Safety
Our Chicago personal injury lawyers have become all to familiar with the dangers posed by unsafe or defective children products. This week, Stork Craft announced the recall of over 2.1 million drop-side cribs due to the safety hazard posed to infants — four babies have allegedly suffocated due to the defective cribs. Last week, the… Read More