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Smoke Detector Litigation

Smoke Detector Litigation

Smoke detectors are invaluable in saving lives. It is estimated that three-fifths of all deaths from home fires occurred in homes without smoke detectors. But what happens when a...

Federal Hazardous Substances Act

The Consumer Product Safety Commission, a federal regulatory agency, enforces the Federal Hazardous Substances Act. The Act regulates hazardous substances. A hazardous substance means a substance that is toxic, corrosive, an irritant, or...

Strict Liability

If the gas tank of your car explodes causing injuries, you may be able to recover damages. Products liability is an area of law covering personal injuries and damages caused by defective products. A defective product is a product that causes...

Pharmacists' Liability for Improperly Dispensing Prescription Drugs

Only pharmacists are allowed to compound, package, label and dispense drugs. In order to dispense a drug, the pharmacist needs a prescription from a physician or other licensed practitioner. The pharmacist exercises discretion in performing...

Flammable Fabrics Act

The Flammable Fabrics Act covers clothing, children's sleepwear, and interior furnishings, as well as materials such as paper, plastic, and foam, which are used in wearing apparel and interior furnishings. Under the Flammable Fabrics Act, the...