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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 December 15, 2022, the CPSC announced the following recalls related to products that present fire hazards:

  1. E-Bikes Recalled Due to Fire and Burn Hazards; Distributed by Gyroor (Recall Alert). According to the CPSC’s website, “[t]he e-bike’s battery pack ...

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 December 8, 2022, the CPSC announced the following recall related to a product that presents a fire hazard:

Ortal Recalls Gas Fireplaces Due to Fire Hazard

According to the CPSC’s website, “improper installation of the fireplaces can lead to problems with heat ... Continue Reading

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