The Subrogation Strategist

In subrogation cases where the insured’s damages were caused by a defective product, the fact that the product at issue is or was subject to a recall announced by the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) may help to establish that the product was defective when it left the manufacturer’s possession and control.  On January 19, 2023, the CPSC announced the following recalls related to products that present fire hazards:

1. Ross Stores Recalls Taylor and Finch Six-Wick Scented Candles Due to Fire and Injury Hazards. According to the CPSC’s website, “[t]he product can ... Continue Reading

In subrogation cases where the insured’s damages were caused by a defective product, the fact that the product at issue is or was subject to a recall announced by the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) may help to establish that the product was defective when it left the manufacturer’s possession and control.  On January 12, 2023, the CPSC announced the following recall related to a product that presents a fire hazard:

BISSELL Recalls Cordless Multi-Surface Wet Dry Vacuums Due to Fire Hazard.

According to the CPSC’s website, “[t]he circuit board inside the vacuum’s ... Continue Reading

In subrogation cases where the insured’s damages were caused by a defective product, the fact that the product at issue is or was subject to a recall announced by the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) may help to establish that the product was defective when it left the manufacturer’s possession and control.  On January 5, 2023, the CPSC announced the following recall related to a product that presents a fire hazard:

Polaris Recalls Sportsman and Scrambler 1000 S All-Terrain Vehicles Due to Fire Hazard (Recall Alert).Continue Reading