Personal Injury Law

GE coffee makers recalled due to fire hazard

It was just recently announced that ?nearly 1 million General Electric coffee makers sold at Walmart are being recalled after dozens of reports of overheating, smoking, burning and fires. (AP Washington, 5/20). The Consumer Product Safety Commission stated Walmart has received upwards of 80 complaints about the coffee maker, including a few reports of minor burns.

In addition to bodily injuries, the accident reports include reports of property damage - a significant kitchen fire and damage to countertops, cabinets and a wall.

The recall involves GE 12-cup digital coffee makers sold exclusively at Walmart stores nationwide, and ?consumers are advised to immediately stop using the recalled coffee makers and return the product to any Walmart for a full refund.? As a personal injury attorney in Chicago, I urge consumers to rid their kitchens of these coffee makers immediately.

Full post as published by Chicago Injury Lawyer Blog on May 25, 2010 (boomark / email).