The personal injury attorneys at Messa and Associates were made aware of a massive recall of Graco strollers on November 20, 2014 due to a potential fingertip amputation hazard. All together there are 11 models included in the recall which were manufactured between August 2000 and September 25, 2014. The strollers were sold across the United States, Canada and Mexico at Target, Toys R Us, Walmart among other retail stores as well as online through Amazon.com.
According to the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) the folding hinge on the side of the stroller can pinch a child’s finger. The CPSC is reporting 11 injuries including 6 finger amputations, 4 partial amputations and 1 finger laceration. The danger arises when the hinges are not fully locked prior to putting a child in the stroller. To best protect everyone caregivers should not only insure that the hinge is fully locked but also remove a child from the stroller immediately if it begins to fold.
Picture courtesy of Consumer Product Safety Commission
The personal injury attorneys of Messa & Associates, P.C. advise consumers to contact Graco immediately to receive a free repair kit. Questions can be directed to Graco Children’s Products of Atlanta, Georgia through the Help Center of their website www.gracobaby.com. Consumers can also call (800)345-4109 between 8an and 5pm ET.
New Jersey and Philadelphia Personal Injury Attorneys
The Philadelphia personal injury attorneys at Messa & Associates are experienced at handling personal injury cases involving defective products that have caused injuries to children. Our extremely skilled team of personal injury attorneys and medical experts is dedicated to ensuring you receive proper compensation for your personal injuries. If your child has suffered an injury as a result of dangerous or defective window treatments, another defective product, or any other type of personal injury, contact the personal injury attorneys of Messa & Associates for a free consultation. Call toll free at 1-877-MessaLaw, or submit a free online inquiry.
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