Product Safety Consumer News

Lawsuits Forced Recall of 100,000 Defective Bulletproof Vests

October 4— A lawsuit filed by one officer's widow, another suit by an officer whose vest failed, and a class action lawsuit brought by police departments made public the fundamental flaws in Zylon body armor that company executives knew existed, forcing them to recall 100,000 defective vests. Full story

Guidant Corporation and FDA Sat on Evidence of Faulty Heart Devices

September 20— Delayed public disclosure of failing heart devices underscores importance of accountability. Full story

Making Children's Sports Safer

August 16— The civil justice system helps families fight for safety improvements that protect kids. Full story

AAJ Honors Brandon Maxfield's Tireless Courage

August 2— Unlike toy guns, which are regulated by the Consumer Product Safety Commission, no authority exists to recall a defective firearm. AAJ awarded the 2005 Steven J. Sharp Public Service Award to one boy and his attorney, who are fighting back. Read more.

Breast Cancer Drug May Cause Cancer

October 17— In July 2002, a study was halted prematurely after researchers noticed that far more women who took a drug called Prempro developed breast cancer than the women who took a placebo (inactive pill). Full story

Shop Smart: Protect Your Family by Checking on Vehicle Recalls

March 14— If your family is planning to buy an automobile, it is important to be aware of any recent recalls that may apply to the vehicle. Recent recalls