Oregon Personal Injury Lawyer - Defective and Dangerous Product Attorneys

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Our firm is experienced in handling defective product cases in Oregon and Washington, and has litigated product injury claims in state and federal courts. We welcome inquiries on product injury matters from referring attorneys and potential clients. Inquiries are confidential and free of charge.

Vangelisti Kocher LLP

Portland, Oregon

503-445-2100 tel.

1-800-800-1004 toll free

Oregon Products Liability Law: An Introduction

In this article, our attorneys provide an introduction to Oregon law as it relates to defective products and product injuries.

Deadlines

If you or a family member has been injured by a defective or dangerous product, or is considering a product-related wrongful death claim, it is important to have a lawyer evaluate the claim. The law provides strict deadlines for bringing claims relating to defective or dangerous products. A Washington or Oregon lawyer with experience in products claims at our firm can provide a free consultation to discuss injuries, claims and your rights.

Climbing Ropes Recalled by Porter Athletic Due to Fall Hazard

The climbing rope can slip through the clamp that connects at the top. This poses a fall hazard for climbers. Back and wrist injuries have been reported.

Posted on 17 May 2012 | 12:00 pm

Circulon 13-Piece Cookware Set Recalled by Meyer Corporation Due to Laceration Hazard from Glass Lid

The glass lid for the 5-quart sauté pan in the cookware set can crack, break or shatter, posing a laceration hazard to consumers. The cookware sets were sold exclusively at Costco.

Posted on 17 May 2012 | 11:00 am

Aqua-Leisure Recalls Children's Trampolines Due to Fall Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Toys "R" Us Stores

Handlebars on the child-size trampolines can break, posing a risk of fall or laceration from sharp metal.

Posted on 17 May 2012 | 10:00 am

Safety 1st Toilet and Cabinet Locks Recalled Due to Lock Failure; Children Can Gain Unintended Access to Water and Dangerous Items

More than 800,000 Safety 1st cabinet and toilet locks recalled. These are in addition to different cabinet locks recalled in March.

Posted on 17 May 2012 | 9:00 am

Five Retailers Agree to Stop Sale and Recall Tots in Mind Crib Tents Due to Strangulation and Entrapment Hazard

One death and a serious brain injury reported. The crib and play yard tents can trap and strangle infants and toddlers if the dome portion inverts inside the product or if the tent becomes partially detached.

Posted on 16 May 2012 | 9:30 am

Boys' Hooded Jackets Recalled by Bonded Apparel; Neck Drawstrings Pose Strangulation Hazard; Sold Exclusively at dd's Discounts

These boys' hoodies have drawstrings at the neck which can strangle a child.

Posted on 15 May 2012 | 7:30 am

10 Bike-Related Recalls to Check Out Before You Hit the Road This Spring

Before you hit the road, look to see if your bike or bike accessory has been recalled.

Posted on 15 May 2012 | 6:00 am

Supreme Trading Recalls Children's Letterman Jackets Due to Choking Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Dillard's

Snaps on the children's jackets can come off and pose a choking hazard to young children.

Posted on 10 May 2012 | 11:15 am

Kennedy International Recalls Folding Step Stools Due to Fall Hazard

Three injuries reported after the folding step stools broke or collapsed unexpectedly while being used.

Posted on 10 May 2012 | 10:15 am

Salsa Cycles Recalls Bicycle Racks Due to a Fall Hazard

The L-shaped mounting straps can break and cause the rack to fall onto the front of the bicycle. The rider can lose control and fall.

Posted on 10 May 2012 | 7:00 am

Reported Death, Severe Neck Injuries Prompt Recall of Banzai Inflatable Pool Slides Sold by Walmart and Toys R Us

A woman died and a man became a quadriplegic after the slide partly deflated while in use. Slides sold at Walmart and Toys R Us

Posted on 10 May 2012 | 3:00 am

Bassinets Recalled by Kolcraft Due to Fall Hazard

The bassinet latches that attach the base to the frame can appear to be locked when they are unlocked. The bassinet can detach, fall and injure baby.

Posted on 9 May 2012 | 8:30 am

Trampolines Recalled by Sportspower Limited Due to Fall Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Walmart

The netting surrounding these trampolines can break. Children can fall through the netting and be injured. Broken bones, back/neck injuries and bruises have been reported.

Posted on 9 May 2012 | 8:00 am

M.M.M. Boys' Jogging Suits Recalled by Hot Chocolate; Waist Drawstrings Pose Entanglement Hazard; Sold Exclusively at dd's Discounts

Boys' Jogging Suits have drawstrings at the waist that can get caught in small spaces or vehicle doors.

Posted on 8 May 2012 | 9:00 am

LaJolla Sport Recalls Boy's Hooded Flannel Shirts Due to Strangulation Hazard

Drawstrings in the neck of these hooded sweatshirts can strangle children.

Posted on 8 May 2012 | 9:00 am

NEWS

Partner Receives Top Rating

Congratulations to partner Scott F. Kocher, who has received a rating of 10.0 from the leading non-paid attorney rating site, avvo.com

Mr. Kocher recently completed service as Chair of the Products Liability Section of the Oregon State Bar. The Section provides support and resources on products liability law to attorneys statewide.

Products Liability in Nursing Homes

CASE UPDATE: Bed Handles, Inc. is attaching a new warning to its "bed handle" model. The firm's attorneys have handled a claim aginst Bed Handles, Inc. Click here for the Complaint. For further information, please contact Jamie Telegin at 503-445-2103.

SPOTLIGHT

Crib Defects Reported

Recent reports continue to raise concerns about dangerous defects in drop-side cribs, as well as other current crib models. At issue are reported suffocation and strangulation hazards created by drop-rail and platform designs, including certain models manufactured by Dorel Asia and Stork Craft and others distributed by Delta Enterprise. Please see our investigations section below for more information.

INVESTIGATIONS

Dorel Asia and Stork Craft Drop-Side Crib Child Injury

Our attorneys are currently investigating baby and child entrapment, suffocation, and fall injuries caused by Dorel Asia drop-side cribs. We are also investigating similar injuries involving Stork Craft drop-side cribs recalled in the largest crib recall in U.S. history. Learn more about drop-side crib injury.

Vertebral Body Replacement Injury

Our attorneys are currently accepting inquiries regarding the Synthes Synex II Vertebral Body Replacement (VBR) used in thoracic and lumbar spinal surgeries. Learn more about this issue.

Child Stroller Injury

Our attorneys are currently investigating fingertip amputation injuries and lacerations caused by hinges in Maclaren strollers.

Learn more.

Propane and Gas Stove Explosions or Fires

Our attorneys are currently investigating injuries and fatalities caused by propane and gas stoves, fireplaces, and other heating devices.

Learn more.

Medtronic and Other Neck and Spine Surgery Product Failures

Our attorneys are currently accepting inquiries regarding the Medtronic Infuse implant or graft used in neck or spinal surgeries. Learn more about this issue and our recent neck and spine product litigation.

Surgical Mesh Products

Our Portland, Oregon-based attorneys are investigating failures of Bard Composix Kugel Mesh Patch and other surgical mesh products used to secure internal surgery. We welcome your confidential inquiry. Contact: Jamie Telegin at 503-445-2103.

OUR SERVICE AREA:

Our attorneys are licensed in Oregon and Washington, and serve people who have been hurt throughout the Pacific Northwest. The cities we serve include:

In Oregon:

Albany, Ashland, Astoria, Beaverton, Bend, Corvallis, Eugene, Grants Pass, Gresham, Hermiston, Hillsboro, Hood River, Klamath Falls, La Grande, Lincoln City, McMinnville, Medford, Newport, Pendleton, Portland, Roseburg, Salem, The Dalles, and Tillamook.

In Washington:

Aberdeen, Bellingham, Everett,

Kennewick, Longview, Olympia,

Port Angeles, Seattle, Spokane,

Tacoma, Vancouver, Walla Walla, and Yakima.