West Virginia Product Liability Case Settles

Rist Law Offices was hired by a family in southern West Virginia to represent them in a product liability case against the manufacturer and installer of a freestanding gas stove.  Shortly after the stove was installed in their home, black soot was found covering the walls throughout the home.  The family also began having serious [...]

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West Virginia Product Defect Lawyer

On Tuesday the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recalled over 2 million cribs manufactured by Stork Craft Manufacturing, Inc.  Four infants have been killed by the defective product so far.  A story about the recall is located here.  A link to the actual recall with information about what to do if you own this type [...]

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Peanut Butter Recall List Growing

The Charleston Gazette has a good overview of recalled products in today’s online edition.  The article is here.  The recall has been expanded to include not only peanut butter ice cream products, but also energy bars and some candy. If you have peanut butter products in your home, it is imperative to review this list from [...]

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Peanut Butter Recall Product List

A complete list of the products that have been affected by the peanut butter recall can be found here.  If you have any peanut butter products in your home, it is imperative to check this list before consuming them.  This website allows you to search by product brand, UPC code, or product description. If you [...]

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Two Salmonella Cases Reported in WV

The Charleston Gazette reported today that two cases of salmonella poisoning have been reported in West Virginia.  The article is here.  The cases were reported in Wood County and Mineral County.  Although the story does not directly link the salmonella cases to peanut butter, it does appear that this could be a possibility. If you [...]

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Girl Scouts Say Their Products are Safe

In the wake of the peanut butter salmonella problems that have resulted in the recall of over 125 products, the Girl Scouts have announced that their products are safe to consume.  A story at WSAZ.com discusses the safety of the Girl Scouts’ product. For more information about the peanut butter salmonella recall visit the FDA [...]

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WV Peanut Butter Salmonella Investigation

WTOV reported on Sunday that the federal government is asking people to avoid cookies, cakes, ice cream, and all products that contain peanut butter as the investigation into the salmonella outbreak continues.  The story is here.   The outbreak has caused sickness in nearly 500 people in 43 states and has killed six.  There have [...]

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SUV Rollover Accident in Beckley

The Register-Herald reported yesterday that a passenger in a pickup truck was killed yesterday in a rollover accident in Beaver, West Virginia.  The story is here.  Rollover accidents can result in traumatic and life-threatening injuries because they often involve roof crush problems with the vehicle and head injuries. Wrongful death and catastrophic injury suits have been [...]

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West Virginia Chantix® Injury Lawyer

Stop-Smoking Drug Chantix® Linked to Depression, Suicidal Behavior, and other Problems The anti-smoking drug Chantix® (vareniciline) has been linked to a number of problems by the Food and Drug Administration.  A link to the original FDA analysis of the drug is here.  An update to the FDA analysis is located here.  The problems that Chantix® could [...]

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West Virginia SUV Rollover Attorney

The Register-Herald reported on October 16 that a man died in a SUV rollover accident in Fayetteville, West Virginia.  The story is here.  SUV rollover accidents and deaths are increasing with the popularity of Sport Utility Vehicles.  Studies by the NHTSA and Consumer Reports have shown that SUVs are more prone to rollover type accidents than [...]

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