Category: Product Liability

21 Apr 2014
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Welcome to the Lytal, Reiter, Smith, Ivey & Fronrath Blog

The Accidents Safe blog was set up to help keep our clients and the public informed of important safety information that potentially could effect their every day lives.  Auto recalls, defective tires, car seats and many other products or medications…
gas station heroin
17 May 2023

The rise and looming fall of gas station heroin

Walking up to the counter at your local 7-Eleven, you might notice an array of supplements and boosters, small bottles of pills or liquid promising strength for your workout, stamina in the bedroom, or energy for a long drive. In this seemingly-innocuous…
catalytic converter theft
12 May 2023

9 vehicles most at risk for catalytic converter theft

Catalytic converter theft has been on the rise in recent years, and owners of some vehicles might be bigger targets. Learning how to protect your vehicle, especially if it’s one on the list of popular targets, can help reduce your chances…
defective auto parts
09 Nov 2022

10 Most Common Defective Auto Parts

There are more than 30,000 parts in the average car; below, we introduce 10 parts that most often fail due to product defects.  If you suffered an injury due to the failure of a defective auto part, a Florida product liability attorney with…
mcdonalds app glitch
14 Aug 2022

Customer Sues Over McDonald’s App Glitch

Products and services are meant to function as they’re sold and advertised, and when they don’t, consumers may have legal recourse to collect damages. A recent example through which customers asserted their legal rights against a company…
how to tell if a used car has flood damage
14 Aug 2022

How to Tell if Your Used Car Has Flood Damage

When it’s time to purchase a vehicle, many people opt for a used car. Everyone has their own list of things they’re looking for when car shopping, and maybe even a list of things they’re willing to compromise on. One thing they shouldn’t…
dangerous baby products
03 Aug 2022
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5 Dangerous Baby Products That Are Most Likely to Cause Injuries

Parents want the best for their children, and when it comes to babies, they just want them to be safe and healthy more than anything.  Unfortunately, certain products on the market put your baby at a higher risk of injury. Keep reading to…
defective gift
09 May 2022

I received a defective gift. What do I do?

An item you received as a gift could be broken or defective, or even recalled by the company that produced it.  In 2021 alone, there were over 400 recalls of food, medical, and cosmetic products reported by FDA-regulated companies. The Consumer…
Doctor using medical devices in a lab
05 Apr 2022

5 Types of Defective Medical Products

Are you suffering from a defective medical product? If so, you’re not alone. The Food and Drug Administration estimates that more than one million people are injured by defective products every year.  Defective medical products can be…
Close up customer hand choose smiley face and sad face icon on wood cube
04 Apr 2022

Why It’s Important to Report Unsafe Products

Reporting an unsafe product can help prevent other people from being injured. All it takes to report a dangerous product is a phone call, and that small action can save lives. If you were injured by an unsafe product, talk to a Florida product…
Manufacturer with products in warehouse
07 Mar 2022

What is a latent defect?

A latent defect is a defect that existed at the time of purchase or construction, but it was not detectable by reasonable inspection methods. Latent defects can result in product liability cases, but they are not always easy to prove. The…