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We all use extension cords throughout our homes and offices.  How many of us overload them?  How many of us routinely check them for safety?  According to a recent story in the Washington Post, a local family's home and almost everything in it were destroyed by fire because of an overloaded extension cord.  After the fire, Alan Etter, spokesman for the D. C. Fire and Emergency Medical Services, emphasized that families should make sure that their smoke alarms are working properly and that all extension cords have the Underwriter Laboratories' stamp. "You have to make sure you use an extension cord that is designed for the specific use you're using it for."

For a complete listing of guidelines for safe extension cord usage, please visit the Consumer Product Safety Commission website. 

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The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission , in cooperation with DEWALT, recently announced a voluntary recall of DEWALT DC305 Model Reciprocating Saws.  Consumers should stop using this product immediately unless otherwise instructed.  The recall states that "the switch on these saws can short circuit, posing a fire hazard."  The announcement also states that: "DEWALT has received four reports of short circuits in the switch of these saws. One of these incidents was a report of a fire resulting in extensive damage, though the cause of this fire has not been confirmed. Another fire reportedly resulted in minor damage, and the other two incidents resulted in melting damage to the units. No injuries were reported." 

Please review the Safety Commission's press release for additional information.  If you have any questions concerning this topic, please email the attorneys at Regan Zambri & Long or call us at (202) 463-3030.  

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The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recently posted a consumer advisory relating to 15 passenger vans.   The advisory warns that "nearly three-quarters of all 15-passenger vans  have improperly inflated tires--leading to an increased chance of a rollover crash."  The consumer advisory contains a detailed "Van Tire Pressure Study" as well as an "Analysis of Crashes Involving 15-Passenger Vans."

Please review the entire advisory for more information.  If you have any questions concerning this important topic, please email the attorneys at Regan Zambri & Long or call us at (202) 463-3030. 

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The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that "preliminary data show that a high proportion of cases reported using a Bausch & Lomb ReNu contact lens solution."   Bausch & Lomb, Rochester, New York, recalled the ReNu solution earlier this year.

The culprit appears to be a fungal infection. Hundreds of people said they contracted the dangerous microbe while using a new multipurpose lens solution made by Bausch & Lomb Inc. Keratitis is an inflammation of the cornea, the front part of the eye. Keratitis has many causes including bacteria, viruses and fungi. CDC is currently investigating reports of keratitis caused by Fusarium, a type of fungus.

Consumer lawsuits against Bausch & Lomb have been filed in many U.S. courts. Lawyers predict 500 to 700 people were injured and will have to seek redress for their Fusarium keratitis infections in trials beginning as early as next summer.

If you or a family member believe you may have been injured by this an infection due use of the ReNu solution, please call us at (202) 463-3030 or contact us electronically at Regan Zambri & Long.

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